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CARE Psychology

Psychological Services for Children, Teens, Adults, & Families
Offering Counselling, Play Therapy, EMDR, & Assessment CONNECT. ACCEPT. REFRAME. EMPOWER.

We provide counselling, play therapy, expressive therapy, EMDR, and assessment services to help your family move forward and thrive. We believe that relationships, understanding, and a strengths-based, client-directed approach build strong foundations for the work we do. Our goal is to develop positive relationships with the children, youth, and adults we work with by meeting them "where they’re at" and tailoring our approach to fit their needs. We seek to Connect with children, youth, adults, and families. For us, it’s essential to care about who they are. Together, we can work to help them better understand and Accept themselves as people. We Reframe understanding to gain a more positive outlook and way of being in the world. By developing the adaptive coping skills and strategies they need to overcome challenges, we can then Empower them to grow, flourish, and shine.

11/13/2025

Teen therapy at Care Psychology is never one-size-fits-all.
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Being a teen today comes with pressures and complexities that can’t be solved with quick advice or surface-level check-ins.
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We support teens who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, school stress, identity exploration, relationships, and the weight of figuring out who they are in a world that often expects them to already know.
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Our approach starts with trust.
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Before anything else, we build a space that feels safe, where teens don’t have to filter their feelings or shrink themselves to be heard.
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Sessions might involve conversation.
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But they might also involve quiet.
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Or creativity.
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Or simply a moment to take a breath and say, "I don't know, but I want to talk about it."
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We don’t rush that process. We meet it with care.
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If you’re wondering whether therapy might help your teen feel more supported, check out our website https://vist.ly/4e97c

That’s a good place to begin.

10/31/2025

Maybe you’ve been thinking about reaching out, but you’re not sure what to expect.

Maybe you’re not in crisis—just feeling a little worn out.

Or maybe you’re here for someone you love.

Whatever brought you to this post, here’s the good news:

You don’t have to decide anything today.
You can take your time.

We offer support that starts before the first appointment—through resources, group info, and posts like this one.

We believe the decision to begin therapy should feel intentional, not pressured.

Start by scrolling through our feed.

Meet our team.

Read about our approach.

10/23/2025

Our very own Dr. Crystal recently returned from London, UK, after an incredible training with two world-renowned therapists, Ana Gomez and Susan Darker-Smith. 🌍✨

This experience offered powerful insights into how EMDR and Sandtray therapy can work together to support deep healing—especially when words can’t fully capture what we feel. Sometimes, what we can’t say in words can be shown and explored through Sandtray, allowing emotions and experiences to take shape in a safe, creative way.

You may notice more Sandtray work appearing in our sessions soon! It’s such an impactful way to explore emotions, build insight, and foster healing.

Of course, Dr. Crystal also made a little time to play and explore in London and Paris—because that’s what play therapists do best. 😉🎡☕️

She’ll be sharing her learning and inspiration with our CARE team at our upcoming meeting—we can’t wait to see how these new insights continue to shape the work we do together. 💙

10/22/2025

We’re not just here to talk, we’re here to stay connected.

Care Psychology is rooted in more than just sessions.

It’s built on a belief in shared care.

Mutual respect.

Curiosity.

And community.

You don’t have to be in therapy to be part of this space.

If you’re someone who values mental health and human connection, you belong here.

Thanks for being here.

Save this post or share it with someone who might need a little reminder that community care is real, and it’s happening here.

10/16/2025

You don’t need to be falling apart to ask for help.
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You just need a quiet space to land.

We offer therapy for adults who are navigating all kinds of challenges, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, burnout, and everything in between.
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We use a trauma-informed approach that honours your pace. No pressure to share before you're ready. No expectation to have it all figured out. Just steady, compassionate care designed to meet you where you are.
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Some clients come to therapy to process specific experiences. Others come to reconnect with themselves, reflect out loud, or explore the patterns that keep showing up in their relationships, work, or well-being.
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If you've ever felt like you're carrying more than you should have to, this is your space.
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You don’t have to know exactly what you need to begin. You just need a starting point.
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We’re here when you’re ready.

10/12/2025

Do you have a teen who would benefit from coping, emotion regulation, and healthy relationship skills?

We have a couple of spaces left in our teen group that starts this Thursday (running 90 minutes every second Thursday evening)! Contact us this week to see if your teen would be a good fit for this group!

10/10/2025

Maybe you’ve been thinking about reaching out, but you’re not sure what to expect.

Maybe you’re not in crisis—just feeling a little worn out.

Or maybe you’re here for someone you love.

Whatever brought you to this post, here’s the good news:

You don’t have to decide anything today.
You can take your time.

We offer support that starts before the first appointment—through resources, group info, and posts like this one.

We believe the decision to begin therapy should feel intentional, not pressured.
Start by scrolling through our feed.
Meet our team.

Read about our approach.

10/06/2025

This is Dr. Marisa Van Bavel, school and child psychologist, assessment specialist, and one of the calmest, most grounded humans we know.

She supports kids and teens with anxiety, mood challenges, and learning differences, using a compassionate, strengths-based approach that puts safety and trust first.

She also works closely with caregivers and schools to make sure everyone is working together to support the child’s success.

Want to know more about assessments or how therapy might help your child?

Scroll to our “Assessment Services” post to learn more.

https://vist.ly/49g5e

10/03/2025

Assessments aren’t just for labels or reports. They’re for clarity and supportive recommendations.
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We offer psychological assessments for children, teens, and adults. These can help families understand how a child is thinking, learning, regulating, and coping—both in the classroom and in day-to-day life.
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Assessments can answer questions like:
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Why is my child struggling to focus or follow instructions?
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Could there be a learning or developmental concern?
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What kinds of supports or accommodations would help them succeed?
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Is something deeper going on emotionally or socially?
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We understand that starting the assessment process can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.
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We guide you through every step, explain everything in clear language, and make sure you feel supported and informed along the way.
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If you’ve had that feeling of “something’s going on, but I don’t know what,” an assessment might help clarify your next step.
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You can reach out any time to learn more.
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09/29/2025

We know it’s not always easy to take the first step.

That’s why we offer a free consultation call, 15 to 20 minutes, where you can ask questions, share a little bit about what’s going on, and see if our approach feels like a good fit.

You don’t need to commit to anything. You don’t need to have the right words. You just need a starting place, and we’re happy to offer that.

Whether you're reaching out for yourself or your child, we’ll walk you through it gently.

Click here https://www.carepsychology.com/ or email us if you have any questions

09/25/2025

Anxiety doesn’t always look like “worry.”

Sometimes it’s a stomachache before school, difficulty sleeping, or bursts of frustration that seem to come out of nowhere.

For parents, it can be hard to know what’s really going on—and even harder to know how to help.

That’s where expressive arts can make all the difference.

Kids don’t always have the words for what they’re feeling, but through drawing, movement, and storytelling, they begin to express those big emotions in safe, creative ways. And when paired with mindfulness and relaxation tools, they start to discover that anxiety doesn’t have to run the show.

This group gives kids ages 7-9 and 10–12 the chance to explore their feelings, connect with others who understand, and leave with strategies they can use at home, at school, and in friendships.

💬 If you’ve been looking for a supportive next step for your child, let’s talk.

Reach out for a free consultation to see if this group is the right fit.

https://www.carepsychology.com/

09/19/2025

The pre-teen/teenage years can feel like a tug of war.

One moment, your teen (or pre-teen) seems confident and independent; the next, they’re overwhelmed, shutting down, or snapping at everyone around them.

As a parent, it can leave you wondering: What’s really going on? How do I help without pushing too hard—or backing off too much?

That’s where a supportive group setting can make all the difference. In Calm & Connected Teens, middle schoolers (group 1) and high schoolers (group 2) discover they’re not alone in their struggles.

They learn that they can manage those big emotions, and practice tools that actually work in real life—tools they can take into class, friendships, and even family conversations.

Parents often tell us the biggest change isn’t just fewer meltdowns or less stress—it’s the confidence their teen starts to carry. The belief that they can handle what comes their way.

If you’ve been looking for something more for your pre-teen or teen, this group might be the safe landing place your teen needs.

💬 Reach out to schedule a free consultation and see if this group is the right fit for your family.

https://www.carepsychology.com/

Sometimes that first step—asking the question—opens the door to a whole new season of growth.

Address

28 Gateway Drive NE, Unit 103
Airdrie, AB
T4B0J6

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://carepsychology.com/

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