We support adults navigating anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. Sessions are focused and supportive, offering space to understand patterns, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change.
Individual Counselling in Calgary
Support for Parents and Early Parenthood
Pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood can bring profound emotional shifts. While this time is often described as joyful, it can also involve anxiety, sadness, exhaustion, and a loss of familiarity with oneself. Individual counselling offers support for mothers, fathers, and parents navigating these complex experiences.
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This includes support for:
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Prenatal depression and pregnancy-related anxiety
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Postpartum depression and emotional adjustment
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Identity changes after becoming a parent
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Overwhelm, guilt, or emotional isolation
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The impact of parenthood on sense of self
Vancouver Parent Coaching
Prenatal and Postpartum Depression
“You’ll be having a baby soon! You must be so happy…”
… and no, not necessarily.
This often heard refrain in our society does not leave a lot of room for other experiences. It is, however, quite normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious and even lost in the search for identity as a new parent. Having a child changes everything in our life! Routines, priorities, values are just a few examples.
Prenatal depression and postpartum depression affects up to 1 in 7 women. Most of them, however, face their challenges silently, and without support. While the people around you may continue to cheer about the (expected) baby, shame and guilt can creep up for not being able to join in.
Please know that you are not alone. You may feel like you are in a deep black hole and you can barely see the light. But trust me, this state won’t last forever. Speaking and opening up about your feelings and thoughts can already bring great relief. Reach out and let me help.
“There is no such thing as a perfect parent.
So just be the best one you can be.”
Anonymous
Anxiety and Chronic Worry
Anxiety often shows up as constant overthinking, physical tension, difficulty resting, or a persistent sense of unease. It can be linked to specific situations or become a familiar way of responding to uncertainty, pressure, or change. Over time, anxiety can narrow perspective and make even everyday decisions feel overwhelming.
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Counselling supports you in understanding how anxiety operates in your life, where it comes from, and what maintains it. Together, we work toward developing more supportive ways of relating to worry, building emotional regulation, and creating space for clarity and steadiness.
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Depression and Low Mood
Depression can feel like emotional heaviness, loss of motivation, disconnection, or a sense of numbness. For some, it develops gradually; for others, it follows significant life events, exhaustion, or prolonged stress. Depression often affects not only mood, but also self-worth, energy, and the ability to engage with life fully.
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In counselling, we explore the emotional landscape beneath low mood and work gently toward restoring connection, meaning, and movement. The focus is on understanding patterns, strengthening internal resources, and supporting sustainable change at a pace that feels manageable.
Life Transitions and Identity Changes
Many people seek counselling during periods of transition — whether chosen or unexpected. These moments often bring questions about identity, direction, and belonging.
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Counselling can support you through transitions such as:
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Becoming a parent
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Career or role changes
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Relocation or major life shifts
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Changes in relationships or family dynamics