McAtee Psychology

McAtee Psychology We provide professional counselling and assessment services for a wide range of issues.

Our areas of expertise includes therapy for children, teens, and relationship issues (family + couples therapy). McAtee Psychology Douglas Glen: 11500 29 St SE (Thrive Business Centre)
Ideal for clients living in South Calgary
Monday to Friday: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturdays: 9 am - 4 pm

McAtee Psychology Sunalta: 300-1933 10 Ave SW
Ideal for clients living in Central & North Calgary
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturdays: 9 am - 4 pm

One thing to know about working with kids is that no two children will ever come into therapy in exactly the same way. 🧸...
05/30/2026

One thing to know about working with kids is that no two children will ever come into therapy in exactly the same way. 🧸

😖Every child has their own personality, communication style, sensitivities, strengths, worries, family context, and way of making sense of the world. Some kids talk openly. Some need time. Some express stress through behaviour, avoidance, shutdown, or big emotions.

That is why our approach at McAtee Psychology is to lead with curiosity first rather than projecting our expectations of what it means to be a child that we read from a textbook.

This is the approach Alana brings into her work with children and pre-teens. Curiosity helps her meet each child as a whole person with their own needs, pace, and perspective. 🧩 It is also a form of respect. It tells the child, “I am not here to assume. I am here to understand.” 🤍

When kids feel respected and not rushed into being fixed, they are often more able to build trust, develop confidence, and learn skills that actually fit who they are. 🌈

Leading with curiosity changes how support feels. It moves the focus from managing a behaviour to understanding a child. 🧸✨ And when children feel understood, therapy can become a safer, more collaborative space for growth. 🌻

Ready to take the next step? Reach out to us to learn more about child counselling or to book with Alana.

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

We get it. Someone telling you how to raise your kids might be one of the most infuriating things 🤬Especially when they ...
05/28/2026

We get it. Someone telling you how to raise your kids might be one of the most infuriating things 🤬

Especially when they only see what’s on the surface.
Every family is different. Different kids. Different needs. Different stressors. Different routines. Different histories. Most importantly, different goals when it comes to counselling 🌱

That is why parenting support counselling at McAtee Psychology starts with empathy, not judgment 🤍 We take the time to understand what is happening from all angles, including your child’s needs, your family dynamics, and what you your strengths and current successes.

Amie from our office offers Parent Consultations where she works closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance, practical strategies, and reassurance so families feel supported alongside their child 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

As a parent herself, Amie understands that support cannot feel like someone handing you a manual and saying, “Here, just do this.” Her approach is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your child and your parenting dynamic.

The goal is not to tell you how to parent. It is to help you feel more supported, more confident, and less alone when things feel hard 💬

To learn more about working with Amie on parent consultations or child and family support, contact us today 🌿

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

Growing up can be complicated. Kids and teens are often carrying challenges they do not always know how to explain 🌱For ...
05/27/2026

Growing up can be complicated. Kids and teens are often carrying challenges they do not always know how to explain 🌱

For kids, it might look like big emotions, school struggles, friendship changes, sensory needs, anxiety, ADHD, learning differences, or difficulty explaining what feels hard 💭

For teens, the challenges can shift into identity, independence, academics, relationships, self-esteem, family conflict, and the pressure to figure themselves out while everything around them keeps changing.

Add in transitions, neurodivergence, family stress, or mental health concerns, and it can feel overwhelming for both young people and parents 😟

✨The right support can make a meaningful difference in helping them feel understood, build skills and confidence, and move through challenges during the most pivotal stages of their development

Alana’s work with children and pre-teens focuses on helping young people better understand their emotions, build confidence, and strengthen the skills they need at home, at school, and in relationships. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping kids feel capable while also supporting the adults around them 🌿

Amie’s work with teens focuses on helping them feel safe enough to open up, explore what they are experiencing, and develop coping tools that actually fit their lives. Her approach is calm, compassionate, and individualized, creating space for teens to feel seen without feeling judged 🫶

At McAtee, we believe in a team approach. Having specialists work together creates continuity where our clients can feel supported across childhood, adolescence, and family life. 👥

Interested in child, teen, and family support? Reach out to find out more!

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

It takes a lot of trust to let someone support your child 🙂‍↕️Parents are often bringing in the parts of their child’s w...
05/22/2026

It takes a lot of trust to let someone support your child 🙂‍↕️

Parents are often bringing in the parts of their child’s world that feel the most tender: the worries they cannot fully explain, the emotions that come out sideways, the behaviour that leaves everyone feeling stuck, and the questions parents may be carrying themselves.

That trust matters, and we would never force them to talk about things before they are ready.

🧸 For children and youth, counselling is about creating a relationship where they feel safe enough to be curious, honest, playful, frustrated, unsure, and fully themselves.

Amie Staniloff, understands how vulnerable that first step can feel for both children and parents.
With over 12 years of experience supporting children, youth, young adults, parents, and families, Amie brings warmth, patience, and care into the counselling process.

Her work starts with connection first, then supports young people in building emotional regulation, coping skills, confidence, and resilience in ways that feel practical, approachable, and developmentally appropriate.

🌿 We know families are not just looking for someone with the right training. They are looking for someone their child can feel safe with, and someone parents can trust to walk alongside them with care.

Amie works collaboratively with children, teens, parents, and caregivers so support feels thoughtful, grounded, and connected to the whole family. 🤍
To learn more or book a free consultation:

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

😥Sometimes kids show us they’re struggling before they can tell us. 💛You might notice more meltdowns after school, chang...
05/21/2026

😥Sometimes kids show us they’re struggling before they can tell us. 💛

You might notice more meltdowns after school, changes in sleep, irritability, nightmares, avoidance, or big emotional reactions that seem to come out of nowhere.

Behaviour is communication. For many children, emotions can feel too big or overwhelming to explain with words. They may not know how to say, “I feel anxious,” “I’m overwhelmed,” or “I’m scared.”
That’s where child counselling can help. 🌱

Therapy gives children a safe space to express what they’re experiencing, build emotional awareness, and learn coping skills in a way that makes sense for them.

Alana’s warm and friendly style helps children feel seen, understood, and supported, while also helping parents better understand what may be going on beneath the surface.

If your child has been struggling with big emotions, school stress, anxiety, sleep challenges, or changes in behaviour, Alana and other members of our team can help. Reach out to find out more! 🌿

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

There’s client-centred care, and then there’s person-centred care 🧐 Client-centred care means listening to what someone ...
05/14/2026

There’s client-centred care, and then there’s person-centred care 🧐

Client-centred care means listening to what someone is coming in for and supporting their stated goals, which is a great standard, but sometimes is not enough.

Person-centred care means looking at the full person behind those goals — their strengths, identity, relationships, environment, learning style, stressors, history, and what support actually feels realistic for them. 🌿

For Tianna, who specializes in assessments, neurodivergence, learning differences, and more, being person-centred means considering how someone thinks, learns, feels, communicates, and moves through the world.

Likewise, for Jessa, whose specialties include supporting teens and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and work/school stress, being person-centred means making space for the “why”, and understanding all the factors that come together to impact a person’s behaviour.

We believe meaningful support starts with understanding the whole person, not just the concern they walked in with. 🤝

To get matched with a clinician who fits your needs, reach out to us today.

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

If you know me, you know I view my relationship with clients as a team. 🤝But a team doesn’t stop there.Collaboration is ...
05/12/2026

If you know me, you know I view my relationship with clients as a team. 🤝

But a team doesn’t stop there.

Collaboration is a huge part of how we support the people who walk through our doors. Behind the scenes, our clinicians regularly connect, consult, and hold case discussions so we can bring more insight, care, and perspective into the work we do. 🧠✨

No one clinician knows everything, and good care often comes from being able to lean on the strengths of the people around you.

For example, when I’m looking for additional insight around trauma support, parent support, emotional regulation, burnout, family dynamics, or practical skills for navigating everyday challenges, I come to Jessa.

And that same collaborative approach happens across our team. Whether someone is coming in for counselling, assessments, parent support, or help understanding their neurodivergence, our goal is to provide care that feels thoughtful, connected, and individualized. 🌿

At McAtee Psychology, you’re being supported by a team that is committed to helping you feel understood and supported in a way that actually fits your life.
If you are in need of support, reach out to our team:

📞 403-902-2234
 📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

You are not lazy.You are not “bad at listening.”You are not disorganized.You are not socially awkward.Sometimes, what’s ...
05/05/2026

You are not lazy.
You are not “bad at listening.”
You are not disorganized.
You are not socially awkward.

Sometimes, what’s actually happening is that your brain processes, prioritizes, and communicates differently 🧠

• Executive functioning can feel more demanding—not because you’re not trying, but because your brain is managing more behind the scenes

• Listening might look different because you’re processing information in your own way

• Organization can feel challenging when your brain is constantly filtering and prioritizing what matters most 🗂️

• Socially, you may have a communication style that doesn’t always match what others expect—but that doesn’t make it wrong 💬

This is what neurodivergence can look like. It’s something to understand rather than something that needs to be fixed.

When you start working with your brain instead of against it, things begin to shift.

• Your strengths become clearer 💡
• You start to make sense of patterns that once felt frustrating or confusing 🔍
• And the support you receive actually starts to fit who you are 🧩

Tianna supports individuals in understanding their neurodivergence whether you’re exploring identity, navigating challenges, or just trying to make sense of how your brain works, we’re here for that process.

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

If I were to describe our practice in three words, they would be: affirming, individualized, comprehensive ✨🧠Affirming 🤝...
04/30/2026

If I were to describe our practice in three words, they would be: affirming, individualized, comprehensive ✨🧠

Affirming 🤝 First and foremost, I created McAtee Psychology with the intention of empowering people’s perspective, skills, and circumstances. Our team recognizes and respects each person as the expert in their own lives—we’re just there for support.

Individualized 🎯 No two people are the same, so therapy shouldn’t be either. We tailor our approach to fit how you think, learn, and experience the world.

Comprehensive 🔍 From counselling to assessments, we look at the full picture so we can provide meaningful insight and support that actually connects the dots.

We focus on meeting you where you’re at, at your pace, in a way that actually fits your life.

Another big part of our focus is neurodiversity-affirming care 🧠💡 We don’t see differences as deficits—we work to understand them, support them, and help you build from them.

I believe real growth doesn’t come from forcing people into boxes, but rather from helping them make sense of who they are, and giving them the right tools to move forward in a way that feels sustainable. I’m also thrilled to have a team that shares my beliefs 🙌

–Gavin McAtee

If you’ve been looking for support that actually gets it, we’re here for you 🌿

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

Parents always ask me: what’s the best way to bring up therapy with their teens? 🤔💬The teenage years can be turbulent. E...
04/28/2026

Parents always ask me: what’s the best way to bring up therapy with their teens? 🤔💬

The teenage years can be turbulent. Emotions run high, identity is shifting, and things that seem small on the surface can feel overwhelming underneath. And sometimes, it’s up to parents to recognize when extra support might help.

💢 But here’s the thing: when emotions are already high, telling your teen they need therapy can easily turn into resistance, shutdown, or conflict.

So how do you introduce the idea from a place of care and understanding?

Here are a few ways to consider:
• “I’ve noticed things seem really heavy for you lately… I wonder if talking to someone outside of us might help.”
• “You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. What would it be like to have someone just for you to talk to?”
• “I get that you’re going through a tough time. How would you feel about talking to someone about it?”

Therapy works best when teens feel respected, heard, and not forced into it. 💛 In my work, I support teens navigating anxiety, social challenges, neurodivergence, school stress, and life transitions. I also support with Academic IPP Development & Support, Family Counselling, Individual Counselling, Group Therapy, and Parent Consultations.

Together, we focus on helping them better understand themselves, develop practical coping tools, and feel more confident in who they are. Let’s connect! 🌱

—Amie Staniloff

📞 403-902-2234
📧 info@mcateepsychology.com

Address

#301 11420 27 Street SE
Calgary, AB
T2Z3R6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14039022234

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when McAtee Psychology posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to McAtee Psychology:

Shortcuts

Featured

Share

Category