I'm so glad you are here! I know how hard taking the first step in your mental health can be, but you are one step closer to getting back to your best self. I am passionate about the work I do, and feel that building rapport with clients allows for the most growth and success. I strive to ensure that my clients feel they are heard, understood and feel they are in a non-judgemental space to express all their thoughts and feelings.
I am currently accepting new clients seeking individual therapy and specialize in children and adolescents, perinatal mental health and parent support and coaching. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and my job is simply to help you along this journey by guiding you, empowering you, and offering you direction and my own expertise. Whatever your journey may be, I am here for you!
Located rurally? I can still help! While I am located in Airdrie, AB I accept clients from across Alberta via virtual sessions.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- 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.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 200
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I am able to offer sliding scale pricing for clients on an as needed basis. If this is something that you require, we can discuss this and determine what will work best for you.
- Out of Network
- While I am not able to direct bill at this time, I am able to provide a receipt with my registration number to submit to your insurance company.
Education & Credentials
Claire Benade MSW, RSW
- Female
- License # 15630
- Licensed in Alberta
- Practicing Since 2020
Claire Benade Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Airdrie, AB T4B 2N1 and Calgary, AB T2Z 3W9
- Available Online for residents of Alberta
- Online Therapy Details: Jane App
My work focuses around a client-centered, trauma-informed approach and I use a variety of modalities including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Play-based therapy techniques. I believe that having core competencies allows me to do my best work, while having a range of techniques allows me to find the best suited approach for each individual/family.
I look forward to meeting you, and seeing where our journey together may lead. Remember, you are the one who leads the way. I am here to support you in what you already know, and help guide you in the areas which may need more exploration with my own knowledge.