Relationship and Marriage Counselling in Brooks, AB
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Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RCSW EMDRIA Approved Consultant & Credit Provider
Rebuilding the Bridge: Moving from Conflict and Distance to Genuine Connection
When the warmth and ease in a relationship begin to fade, even small misunderstandings can spark painful arguments or settle into a heavy, quiet distance. Repeated conflict, broken trust, or simply feeling like roommates passing in the hallway often leave both partners feeling exhausted, unseen, and protective of their own hearts.
Relational distress rarely happens because love is gone; it happens when the nervous systems of two people become caught in a reactive loop—where one partner pursues to find safety, while the other pulls away to prevent escalation. Over time, these protective patterns build walls that block intimacy, make vulnerability feel unsafe, and erode the foundation of your partnership.
At Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services, we provide a compassionate, neutral space where neither partner is chosen as the "problem" and both voices are truly heard. Guided by our foundational values of empathy, integrity, tailored care, and authentic growth, we help you move past surface-level fighting to understand the deeper emotional needs and attachment fears driving your interactions.
Through our heart-centered, integrative approach, we support couples to:
De-escalate Negative Communication Loops: Identify and dismantle the reactive patterns—such as defensiveness, withdrawal, or criticism—that keep you stuck in the same exhausting arguments.
Soothe Nervous System Triggering: Learn practical somatic tools to stay grounded and calm during sensitive conversations, allowing you to discuss difficult topics without escalating into conflict.
Repair Pain and Rebuild Intimacy: Heal past betrayals or accumulated resentments, establish healthy boundaries, and cultivate a deep, lasting sense of emotional safety, mutual trust, and shared joy.
You do not have to accept emotional distance or constant conflict as the norm for your relationship. Whether you are navigating a major rough patch, recovering from broken trust, or simply wanting to feel close again, we are here to help you rebuild a partnership rooted in security, understanding, and renewed vitality.
26 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB (Online Only)
Relationships
Diana Wamsteeker
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
I provide support for individuals and couples navigating relationship and marriage challenges, including communication difficulties, conflict, disconnection, trust concerns, and major life transitions that impact the relationship. My approach is collaborative and balanced, helping each person feel heard while also focusing on patterns that may be contributing to tension or distance. Together, we work to improve communication, increase understanding, and strengthen emotional connection. Whether you are seeking to repair, rebuild, or gain clarity about your relationship, therapy can offer a structured and supportive space to explore what is happening and identify meaningful next steps.
21 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Relationships
Candice Seligman
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, DVATI, CCC
Relationship challenges can show up as communication breakdowns, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, intimacy concerns, trust issues, or feeling unseen and unheard by your partner. You may find yourselves repeating the same arguments, struggling to express your needs, navigating differences, or feeling distant despite wanting to reconnect.
My approach to couples counselling is trauma-informed and attachment-focused, drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches. Together, we explore the patterns underlying your conflict, build emotional understanding, and develop healthier ways to communicate and navigate challenges. The goal is to foster greater clarity, emotional safety, rebuild connection, and help you feel more secure and understood in your relationship.
6 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB (Online Only)
Relationships
Maribel Ayala
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A. Counselling Psychology, Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, EMDR Certified Therapist, Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapist
Experiencing marriage or relationship challenges? Reach out to learn about my therapy services and how I can guide you in developing new strategies to effectively manage your relationship and enhance communication with your partner. In couples therapy, I utilize various approaches, including Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, among others.
Reach out today to schedule an appointment or book online through our secure portal: https://serenitymindbodypsychotherapy.janeapp.com.
16 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Relationships
Julie Taylor Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, MTC, RCS
Our partners are not mind readers... Yet we long for them to fill our needs? Even those needs we don't yet know that we want?! We have to know what it is, exactly, that we want and need ourselves before we have a hope of expecting our partners to fill them! We also have to ask, respectfully, in a way that they can hear. Hearing what we are truly asking is different to just listening. I will work with you to help unearth what it is that you really want and need and show you how to communicate it to your partner in such a way that they can really hear you. Easy? No. Possible? Yes! My blend of Imago and NVC has proven to be very successful.
26 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Brooks, AB Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Brooks, AB average 12 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (58%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (55%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Accept insurance
72%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 55% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 48% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 48% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 47% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 46% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Christian |
| 35% | Persons with Disabilities |