Melody Hazelton, Empowered Life Counselling (She/Her)
Counselor/Therapist, RTC, MTC, RCS, CT
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon
(Online Only)
You don't have to keep doing this on your own. With the right support, you can feel steadier, more confident, and more like yourself. Since 2018, I've helped individuals, couples, and parents build practical tools to make choices that fit their lives, strengthen their relationships, and finally put their own needs on the list. You'll leave sessions feeling clearer about what matters most and more able to live it, so you can show up in the world as the person you want to be. If you're ready to begin, reach out for a free consultation. I'd love to meet you.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) A trauma-focused therapy that uses eye movements and imagery to help the brain reframe distressing memories. It often leads to quicker relief from symptoms compared to traditional talk therapy.
- Adlerian Therapy Focuses on understanding a person’s sense of belonging and purpose. It helps people overcome feelings of inferiority and create healthier relationships.
- Brainspotting A therapy that uses eye positions to access and process unresolved trauma. It helps release emotional and physical pain held in the body.
- 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.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- 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.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- 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.
- Psychodrama A group therapy that uses role-play and dramatization to process emotions. It helps clients gain perspective and release tension.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
- Transpersonal Therapy Integrates spirituality and higher states of consciousness with psychology. It encourages growth beyond the individual self.
Approach Description: I practice from an anti-oppression, justice-oriented, feminist, and relational perspective. My approach is shaped by my professional training, my background in teaching, and my own lived experience. I take a holistic view of counselling, drawing on different perspectives and tools depending on what each person needs.
My intention is to offer a safe space and steady emotional support as you move toward growth and healing. As a compassionate facilitator, I'm here to encourage, support, and gently challenge you as we work together toward your goals.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 175
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I want cost to be a conversation, not a barrier. I don't set sliding scale fees based on income alone. Instead, we can talk about a payment plan that fits your situation, considering your therapy needs, how often you'd like to meet, your insurance coverage, and what you can comfortably afford. If your financial circumstances change during our work together, please let me know so we can revisit the plan together.
- Out of Network
- Please check with your insurance provider. If you have coverage, you will be required to pay for your session first and then submit your receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Education & Credentials
Melody Hazelton, Empowered Life Counselling RTC, MTC, RCS, CT
- Female
- License # 2503
- Licensed in Alberta
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Adlerian Psychology, Bowen Family Systems Theory, Brainspotting, DBT, Gestalt Therapy, Humanistic – Existential Therapy, IFS, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology
Melody Hazelton, Empowered Life Counselling Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Multiple Canadian Provinces Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon
- Online Therapy Details: https://empoweredlifecounselling.janeapp.com/
Welcome to Empowered Life Counselling, a contemporary private practice in Calgary, AB. We offer online counselling, health and wellness coaching, educational workshops, and classes to help you live your best life.
Our team blends the healing depth of counselling with the focus of results-oriented coaching. We are compassionate, registered therapists dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges in a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can express yourself freely. We support people with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns.
Whether you're brand new to therapy or have tried it before, we're here to meet you where you are. We've helped many people build lives they once only imagined, and we're confident you'll find a good fit with our team.