Psychodynamic therapists in Canmore, AB
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Psychodynamic
Colin Hayward
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
My goal in therapy is to create a space where you can say the things you haven’t felt able to say anywhere else. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who carry a lot on their own. They may talk things through with friends or family at times, but often hesitate to go too far because they don’t want to burden the people around them. In therapy, you have a place where you can speak freely and be fully heard.
Clients often tell me they’re surprised by how much they have to say once they begin. They may have spent years thinking through challenges in their lives, but haven’t had the opportunity to explore those thoughts out loud in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. My role isn’t to criticize the past, rush to conclusions, or tell you what decisions you should make. Instead, I focus on helping you understand your experiences, clarify what matters most to you, and find practical ways forward that feel authentic and sustainable.
I see therapy as a collaborative process that helps you better understand both your strengths and the challenges that come with them. Many qualities that serve us well in life—like sensitivity, dedication, or a strong work ethic—can also create difficulties when they become overwhelming or unbalanced. Together, we explore how these qualities shape your experiences, identify the patterns that may be holding you back, and build on the strengths that can help you move forward.
Sometimes this work involves learning specific tools or skills. Other times it involves taking the time to reflect, share important stories, and gain new perspective. Either way, my aim is to help you uncover resources within yourself that may have been overlooked and to support you in navigating difficult moments with greater clarity and confidence.
I tailor my approach to each person I work with because every individual’s experiences and goals are different. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, OCD, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and make meaningful progress.
6 Years Experience
Online in Canmore, AB
Psychodynamic
Florence MacGregor
Registered Psychotherapist, MFA, MPS, Embodiment Coach
My job is not to fix you or heal you. You are not broken. The path has been thoroughly traveled a-thousand-fold. Healing is possible. It may be that you need to unravel trauma loops, recover childhood memories or give yourself the time to figure things out in this moment of your life. Growth and transformation is within reach. I am a survivor and a thriver from emotional, physical, sexual and spiritual abuse. I offer unconditional non-judgement as a gentle process for your journey.
16 Years Experience
Online in Canmore, AB (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Jorgelina Gill
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Sc Psychology | Behaviour Therapist | RTCounsellor
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, with 19 years of experience. It is my goal to create a comfortable and safe environment where we'll work together to address your concerns and achieve your goals. Using a non-judgmental psycho-dynamic approach to understand you with your circumstances, that led you to the current situation. I work to rebuild your own self-esteem, make you stronger and will give you the right instruments to face life and adversities. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.
23 Years Experience
Online in Canmore, AB
Psychodynamic
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor/Therapist, MA CCC
I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for you to freely express yourself and explore your challenges. I take a collaborative, client-centred approach to therapy and I will work with you to develop a unique treatment plan that meets your individual needs. My goal as a therapist is to facilitate your healing and growth by helping you to rediscover your own innate strengths.
6 Years Experience
Online in Canmore, AB (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Kaylei Murray
Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO, ACTA
Reconnection is at the heart of my work.
Many of the individuals and couples I support are thoughtful, capable, and high-functioning, yet find themselves feeling disconnected, whether from themselves or within their relationships. Often, this disconnection doesn’t happen all at once. It develops gradually through patterns that once served a purpose, but over time begin to create distance, pressure, or uncertainty.
My approach to therapy is grounded, relational, and attachment-informed. I focus on helping clients understand the underlying patterns shaping their thoughts, emotions, and interactions, not to assign blame, but to create clarity. This includes exploring what is being said, as well as what may be harder to access or express.
I aim to create a space that feels both safe and engaged. Alongside attunement and support, I offer gentle challenge to help clients move beyond familiar patterns and toward more intentional ways of relating. In our work together, we slow things down. We make sense of emotional responses, attachment dynamics, and survival strategies, so that change feels meaningful and sustainable, rather than forced Whether you are seeking individual support or navigating challenges within your relationship, therapy can be a space to reconnect, rebuild trust, and move forward with greater awareness.
1 Years Experience
Online in Canmore, AB
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Canmore, AB Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Canmore, AB average 9 years of experience and charge around $169 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (77%), and Trauma and PTSD (70%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$169
Accept insurance
73%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 77% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Stress |
| 66% | Self Esteem |
| 59% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Anger Management |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Women |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 57% | Men |
| 45% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 36% | Buddhist |