In-Person in Red Deer, AB T4N 3Z6
Online in
Alberta
I'm a Registered Social Worker and my practice focus is providing counselling to women going through life's stages and transitions that are unique to us. Whether you are going through a divorce or separation, becoming a parent, a single parent or your children are leaving home, loss or grief, career stress or change, loss and grief, stress and anxiety, low self worth or self esteem, I am here to help you through with a personalized and individualized approach. My lived experience going through a divorce and raising my two incredible sons as a single parent put my practice focus towards women navigating divorce and single parenting, so that they don't have to go through it alone and know that as a counsellor I have lived experience to empathize and understand the unique challenges you are facing. Woman face so many things, while we are doing and being everything to everyone else, that it is easy to lose ourself. I am here to help and support you, in a space that is safe and judgement free with compassion and empathy to help you find your light again as you overcome all that you are facing. Healing is unique to each person, there is no timeline or expectation, I will meet you where you are at and we will work together at a pace that is safe and comfortable for you.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- 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 150
- Accepts Insurance
- Alberta Blue Cross, Provider Connect, GreenShield, Sunlife, Lumino Health, Telus Health
Education & Credentials
Suzanne Thompson Counselling BSW, RSW
- Female
- License # 17578
- Licensed in Alberta
- Practicing Since 2023
Education: Bachelors of Social Work, University of Victoria
Suzanne Thompson Counselling Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Red Deer, AB T4N 3Z6
- Available Online for residents of Alberta
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth
My practice is focused on women and all the unique transitions and issues we face. I work from a variety of modalities that will be personalized and individualized to your unique situation and what will work for you. As a Registered Social Worker, I work from a strengths based, anti-oppressive and trauma informed approach, while providing a safe, judgement free and empathetic space for you to begin your healing journey. I provide in person counselling session in Red Deer with evening and weekend availability as well as virtual sessions for those located in Alberta. One of the most important parts of counselling is relational, so reach out to book a free 15 minute consultation so you know if we will be a good fit, if not I can help refer you on to someone who is.