Burnout, Trauma & Anxiety Therapy in Edmonton: What You Need to Know
The road to healing isn’t always easy — but you don’t have to walk it alone. In Alberta, we know what it means to keep going. Therapy offers a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect.
You’re functioning — but just barely.
From the outside, it might look like you’ve got everything handled. You go to work, show up for your family, get through your day. But inside? You’re tense. Wired. Worn down. Maybe even numb. You find yourself snapping at small things, forgetting words mid-sentence, or lying awake at night even though you're exhausted.
This is the quiet toll of burnout, anxiety, and unresolved trauma — and if you’re living in Edmonton, chances are, you’re not alone.
🏔️ The Alberta Way: Strength, But at What Cost?
In Alberta, we pride ourselves on being strong, self-reliant, and hard-working. Whether it’s in the oilfield, healthcare, trades, education, or running your own business, there’s often a quiet pressure to keep pushing, no matter how depleted you feel.
Clients often tell me:
“I thought I just had to push through.”
“I thought it would be selfish to take a break”
“I’ve always been the one other people come to. I don’t know how to ask for help.”
Here’s the thing: that Alberta resilience has benefits. But it shouldn’t come at the expense of your health, your peace of mind, or your sense of self. And therapy isn’t about "fixing" you — it’s about creating space to feel supported, understood, and human again.
What Does Burnout, Anxiety or Trauma Feel Like?
Often, these experiences are layered and interconnected. They may show up as:
Chronic fatigue, even after rest
Feeling disconnected from your body or emotions
Racing thoughts or persistent worry
Trouble sleeping, relaxing, or being present
A sense of “shutting down” or going numb
Guilt for not being able to “handle it like you used to”
Sound familiar? You’re not broken. Your nervous system has likely been in survival mode for a long time — and therapy can help you find your way back.
How I Work: A Body-Centered, Evidence-Based Approach
I offer therapy in Edmonton, Whitecourt, and online across Alberta, supporting adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is both gentle and grounded, drawing from a blend of:
Talk Therapy — to help you reflect, process, and find clarity
Somatic Experiencing and Clinical Hypnosis — to explore the body’s wisdom, release stuck survival energy, and help the nervous system come back to rest
Prolonged Exposure (PE) — an evidence-based approach for healing trauma at a pace that feels safe and empowering
You don’t need to know what any of these mean before starting — we’ll explore what works best for you together. Whether you’re overwhelmed by daily life or carrying deeper wounds from the past, therapy with me is about helping you feel more at ease, more present, and more connected to yourself.
💡 What to Look for in a Psychologist in Edmonton
Finding the right therapist isn’t just about credentials — it’s about connection. Here are a few things to consider as you look for support:
✅ Trauma-Informed & Body-Aware
If you are interested in a holistic approach, then look for someone who understands how stress and trauma live in the body, not just the mind.
✅ A Safe, Collaborative Space
Healing doesn’t happen through advice per se. It happens through relationships that are honest, attuned, and spacious.
✅ Flexibility & Accessibility
If you’re based in Edmonton, ask about in-person vs. online options, sliding scale fees, or direct billing. Therapy should be something that fits into your life, not adds to your overwhelm.
Thinking About Therapy? Let’s Talk.
If you’re feeling stretched thin, disconnected, or like you’ve been “holding it together” for too long — you don’t have to keep doing it alone.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you get a feel for my approach and ask any questions you might have. Whether you’re ready to begin or just curious about the process, this can be a first step toward something different.
📍 In-person in Edmonton & Whitecourt
💻 Online across Alberta
💰 Sliding scale & direct billing available
👉 Click here to book your free consultation
