Child therapists in Sherwood Park, Alberta AB, Canada CA
Jorgelina Gill
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Sc Psychology | Behaviour Therapist | RTCounsellor
There are many issues that could bring a client to the consult, from behaviour issues, routines issues, milestones not reached, school performance, parent-child relationship concerns, social anxiety and more. Each concern is unique and will be addressed according to the client's need and goals.
21 Years Experience
Kim Silverthorn - Tacit Knowledge
Counsellor/Therapist, B.A., R.P.C., M.P.C.C., C.T.
Tacit works with youth/teens who are 12 years of age and older. We also provides support to parents who have younger children who are struggling with a wide variety of issues.
34 Years Experience
Rachel Brennan
Registered Psychotherapist, B.Sc., M.A., Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
We understand the unique struggles that our youth face today. From school pressures to navigating relationships and self-discovery, we are here to provide a judgment-free zone where children and teens can explore, build their confidence and become their authentic selves. As a certified Youth Mental Health Specialist I recognize the unique challenges that come from being a young person in today's society and my priority is helping your child or teen flourish through life's ups and downs. Whether it's grappling with anxiety, facing the unknowns of depression, wrestling with ADHD, or simply navigating the twists and turns of growing up, every challenge is an opportunity for growth. I'm here to guide, support, and empower young minds to not just survive but to thrive. We can help support with: school & academic issues, bullying, ADHD, anxiety, social anxiety, depression, sports and performance issues, anger, emotional dysregulation, friendship and relationship issues, family problems, self esteem issues, body image and disordered eating, traumatic experiences and childhood trauma.
2 Years Experience
Melanie Wuytenburg
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW
I enjoy working with children and youth to help them unfold the complexities of the world around them.
My child-centred framework utilizes creative activities to establish healthy ways of coping that allows your child to understand their emotions, thoughts and the the world around them.
Over the course of my career, I have worked with children and youth experiencing various issues including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, anger management, trauma, transitions from birth home to foster/adoptive or kin home, self-injury behaviours, substance and alcohol abuse, difficulty with school transitions, caregivers separating or divorced, exposure to intimate partner violence, and navigating challenges at school.
16 Years Experience
Nakasha Ogbonna
Registered Social Worker, RSW
I have extensive experience working in public medical facilities and school divisions at all levels (primary, secondary, and post Children, adolescents, and teens face a wide variety mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, bullying, social identity based stressors, stress stemming from conflict in the school and/ or home environment, hormonal changes, high risk activities, behaviour challenges, and learning difficulties. I possess extensive training and experience in child development and attachment, and I am highly knowledgeable about the issues faced by today's youth. I can help your child, adolescent, or teen learn effective tools to cope through stress and build resilience, understand and articulate their emotions, communicate effectively and navigate peer relationships, build self esteem, and explore their sense of identity. Most importantly, I provide your child or teen a safe space with an empathetic and genuine therapist where he/she will feel heard and seen. My years of experience includes work within public medical facilities and school divisions at all levels (primary, secondary, and post secondary levels) supporting children, adolescents, and their families with a variety of concerns.
5 Years Experience