In-Person in Calgary, AB T2T 4G4
Online in
Alberta
My practice is grounded in authenticity, depth, and genuine human connection. Clients choose to work with me because I offer more than just a standard 50-minute session — I provide thoughtful, individualized care where they feel seen, heard, and understood. As a psychologist and private practice owner, I am intentional about keeping my caseload manageable so clients are never just a number in a system.
I bring warmth, honesty, and appropriate humor into the room, balanced with clinical precision and clear direction. Clients often tell me they appreciate my ability to challenge them while still making them feel safe. I am goal-oriented and collaborative, helping people move from insight to action rather than staying stuck in endless processing.
Whether working with individuals or couples, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship that becomes the foundation for meaningful change. Clients come to me because they want depth, accountability, and real progress — not surface-level conversations.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Adlerian Therapy Focuses on understanding a person’s sense of belonging and purpose. It helps people overcome feelings of inferiority and create healthier relationships.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Reality Therapy / Choice Theory Focuses on present choices and taking responsibility for actions. It helps clients create more fulfilling relationships and lives.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is collaborative, practical, and evidence-based. I focus on understanding the patterns behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours while helping you develop actionable strategies for meaningful change.
The therapeutic relationship is central — clients are supported with warmth, authenticity, and direct communication, while also being challenged when growth requires it. Sessions are goal-oriented, whether for anxiety, couples counselling, emotional regulation, or ADHD assessment.
I combine insight with action, helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and build resilience. The aim is sustainable change: clearer boundaries, greater self-trust, and tools that last well beyond therapy.
Education & Credentials
Rachel Bradley MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist
- Female
- License # P7995
- Licensed in Canada
- Practicing Since 2023
Education: I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences, along with a Diploma in Psychology. I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, ensuring that my practice meets rigorous professional and ethical standards.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $200
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I understand that accessing mental health support can be financially challenging. To help make therapy more accessible, I offer a sliding scale fee structure for adults and couples based on income and individual circumstances. This allows clients to receive quality, evidence-based psychological support without financial strain. Sliding scale therapy sessions maintain the same level of confidentiality, professionalism, and individualized care as regular sessions. They are available for in-person or online therapy in Calgary and across Alberta. Each session is collaborative, goal-focused, and tailored to meet your unique needs. To inquire about sliding scale options or to discuss what may be possible for your situation, please reach out via email or phone. I am committed to supporting clients in accessing the mental health care they need, regardless of financial limitations.
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Rachel Bradley Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Calgary, AB T2T 4G4
- Available Online for residents of Alberta
- Online Therapy Details: 1. Platform & Security Sessions are conducted via a secure, encrypted video platform that complies with Canadian privacy standards (PIPEDA). End-to-end encryption Confidential session links No recordings without explicit written consent You will receive a private link prior to your appointment. 2. Who Online Therapy Is Suitable For Online therapy is appropriate for: Adults and couples Anxiety, depression, stress, burnout Relationship concerns ADHD assessments (interview components) Emotional regulation work Ongoing psychotherapy It may not be appropriate for: Active crisis or imminent safety concerns Situations requiring in-person psychological testing only If risk concerns arise, local emergency resources in your area will be utilized. 3. Technical Requirements To ensure clinical quality: Stable internet connection Laptop or desktop preferred (phone acceptable if necessary) Private, quiet space Headphones recommended for confidentiality Test your audio and camera before session start time. 4. Structure of Sessions 50-minute clinical hour Goal-oriented and collaborative Evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, ACT, Gottman Method, IFS) Homework or reflection exercises may be assigned The therapeutic process remains clinically equivalent to in-person sessions when conducted appropriately. 5. Location Requirements For licensure reasons, clients must be physically located in the province where the psychologist is registered at the time of session. If you are travelling, please notify in advance. 6. Benefits of Online Therapy Eliminates commute time Increased accessibility for rural clients Greater scheduling flexibility Comfortable, familiar environment Research indicates comparable effectiveness to in-person therapy for many presenting concerns.
My practice provides adult individual therapy, couples counselling, and comprehensive psychological assessments in Calgary and across Alberta. I offer both in-person therapy in Calgary and secure online therapy throughout Alberta, ensuring accessibility without compromising clinical depth or quality of care. Services are designed for adults navigating anxiety, relationship distress, emotional overwhelm, burnout, ADHD concerns, life transitions, and persistent patterns that no longer serve them.
As a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Calgary, my work is grounded in evidence-based therapy and guided by measurable outcomes. I specialize in anxiety therapy in Calgary, couples counselling in Calgary, ADHD assessments for adults, and emotional regulation skills development. Whether clients are seeking support for chronic worry, communication breakdown in their relationship, executive functioning challenges, or personal growth, treatment is structured, collaborative, and goal-oriented.
Individual Therapy in Calgary
Adult individual counselling focuses on identifying unhelpful cognitive, emotional, and behavioural patterns while building psychological flexibility and resilience. Many clients present with generalized anxiety, high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, stress related to career or parenting, or difficulty setting boundaries. Therapy supports clients in moving from insight to action. We establish clear treatment goals early in the process and track progress over time. Clients often report improved emotional regulation, stronger self-trust, reduced rumination, and more effective communication.
Couples Counselling in Calgary
Relationship therapy is structured and intentional. I work with couples who feel disconnected, stuck in repetitive conflict cycles, or unheard in their partnership. Treatment focuses on improving communication, strengthening emotional safety, rebuilding trust, and increasing shared meaning. Sessions are balanced between assessment, skill-building, and structured interventions. Couples therapy is not about assigning blame; it is about understanding patterns and building a stronger relational foundation.
ADHD Assessments and Psychological Assessments
I provide comprehensive ADHD assessments for adults in Calgary and surrounding areas. Assessments include a structured clinical interview, standardized rating scales, and a detailed written report outlining diagnostic impressions and practical recommendations. Clients seeking adult ADHD testing in Calgary often report long-standing concentration difficulties, executive functioning challenges, emotional dysregulation, or chronic overwhelm. The goal of assessment is clarity, accuracy, and actionable next steps.
Online Therapy in Alberta
Virtual therapy offers flexibility while maintaining clinical rigor. Online counselling in Alberta is appropriate for anxiety, relationship concerns, stress management, and ongoing psychotherapy. Sessions are conducted via a secure, encrypted platform that meets Canadian privacy standards. Research supports the effectiveness of telepsychology for many mental health concerns, making it a practical option for busy professionals, parents, and rural clients.
What Makes This Practice Different
This is not a high-volume clinic model. My practice is intentionally structured to prioritize quality over quantity. Clients are not treated as a number in a system. I maintain a manageable caseload to ensure sessions are thoughtful, prepared, and clinically focused. Between-session reflection and treatment planning are part of the process.
Clients often describe the therapeutic environment as warm, direct, and grounded. I balance honesty and appropriate humor with clear structure and clinical precision. Therapy is not passive conversation. It is an active, collaborative process designed to create measurable change. We define goals, clarify values, identify barriers, and build concrete strategies.
Special Areas of Focus
• Anxiety therapy Calgary
• Couples counselling Calgary
• Adult ADHD assessment Calgary
• Emotional regulation therapy
• Stress and burnout support
• High-functioning professionals
• Life transitions and identity shifts
My approach integrates structured assessment with relational depth. The therapeutic relationship is central, but it is paired with accountability and direction. Clients who work well in this practice are motivated for growth and willing to engage in reflection between sessions. Many are professionals, parents, entrepreneurs, or individuals who appear highly capable externally but feel internally overwhelmed.
Accessibility and Location
In-person therapy is available in Calgary, Alberta. Online therapy is available throughout Alberta for clients physically located in the province at the time of service. Direct billing may be available depending on insurance provider, and receipts are provided for reimbursement under psychological services.