The Calgary Institute of Counselling

The Calgary Institute of Counselling Explore personalized mental health support at the Calgary Institute of Counselling. Contact us at 587-350-8843 for an appointment today!

Counselling Agency | Offering mental health services, including individual, couples, family, & senior counselling, ADHD assessments, child therapy & psychoeducational evaluations. Our team offers a range of services like anxiety, depression, EMDR therapy, and PTSD counseling, tailored to your needs. From individual to couples, family, and senior counseling, we provide specialized ADHD assessments and psychoeducational evaluations. Experience comfort and care with LGBTQIA2S+ counseling, teen support, and anger management.

True healing happens when you feel safe, understood, and supported in every aspect of your life. At the Calgary Institut...
10/04/2025

True healing happens when you feel safe, understood, and supported in every aspect of your life. At the Calgary Institute of Counselling, we create an environment where judgment is replaced with compassion and where care is directed at your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Our goal is to give you the tools and support you need to move forward with confidence, strength, and renewed clarity. 🌸
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Our compassionate therapists are here to walk alongside you, providing guidance, understanding, and effective methods tailored to your unique needs. Every step of the way, you will feel heard and cared for in a supportive environment that encourages growth. ✨
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Discover holistic care designed for your whole self by scheduling a session today.
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Relationships can face challenges that feel overwhelming, whether from miscommunication, conflict, or struggles with tru...
10/03/2025

Relationships can face challenges that feel overwhelming, whether from miscommunication, conflict, or struggles with trust. Couples counselling provides a safe, supportive space where both partners can be heard, understood, and guided toward healthier patterns. πŸ’ž
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Through evidence-based approaches, our therapists help couples rediscover connection, strengthen emotional bonds, and rebuild trust. With the right tools, many couples find renewed closeness and deeper understanding in their relationship journey. 🌿
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Rebuild your connection by booking a couples counselling session today.
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10/03/2025

Every child learns in their own unique way, and sometimes challenges in school or at home signal the need for deeper understanding. A psychoeducational assessment provides clarity on how a child thinks, processes, and responds to learning situations, giving parents and educators valuable guidance. 🌟These assessments explore cognitive skills, emotional health, and everyday functioning.
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With clear recommendations and strategies, families gain the tools they need to support growth and confidence in their child’s learning journey. πŸ“˜
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Take the first step toward helping your child thrive. Book a psychoeducational assessment with our expert team today.
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Natalie Besmehn is dedicated to helping clients find strength and healing through a trauma-informed, holistic approach t...
10/01/2025

Natalie Besmehn is dedicated to helping clients find strength and healing through a trauma-informed, holistic approach to counselling. With compassion and sensitivity, she creates a safe space where individuals can process challenges and begin their journey toward meaningful change. Clients working with Natalie benefit from her ability to meet them where they are and guide them toward greater resilience and well-being. 🌼
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Her approach blends evidence-based strategies with a focus on the whole person, addressing not just symptoms but the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of life. Natalie is committed to supporting you every step of the way. πŸ’‘
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Book a session with Natalie today and experience a holistic approach to healing.
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When clients share their experiences, we see how powerful compassionate counselling can truly be. Stacy’s journey highli...
09/30/2025

When clients share their experiences, we see how powerful compassionate counselling can truly be. Stacy’s journey highlights the difference it makes when you find a therapist who not only listens but also connects on a deeper level. With Natalie’s thoughtful guidance, Stacy felt supported in ways that past counselling had not achieved, giving her confidence, clarity, and renewed hope for the future. 🌟
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Every journey is unique, and having a therapist who meets you where you are makes all the difference. Whether you are new to counselling or returning after past experiences, our team ensures you receive personalized care that feels safe, compassionate, and effective. πŸ’¬
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Discover how counselling can transform your life.
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Your thoughts shape how you feel and act each day, and when negative patterns take over, they can affect every area of l...
09/29/2025

Your thoughts shape how you feel and act each day, and when negative patterns take over, they can affect every area of life. CBT offers a structured and practical way to recognize unhelpful thinking, challenge it, and replace it with healthier perspectives that support long-term change and growth. πŸ’‘
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By working through guided exercises, reflection, and proven strategies, you can build resilience, reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression, and create healthier coping tools. CBT is one of the most widely researched therapies for a reason, and it can help you unlock meaningful transformation in your life. πŸ“–
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Take the first step in exploring if CBT is right for you.
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09/29/2025

Boundaries are not walls, they are bridges to healthier and more balanced connections. By clearly defining what feels safe and supportive for you, boundaries create space for growth and preserve your mental and emotional health. They protect your time, energy, and relationships in ways that allow you to thrive and feel more in control of your life. 🌿
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From physical and emotional boundaries to limits around time and relationships, each one plays a vital role in shaping your well-being. Therapy can guide you in identifying where limits are needed and in learning how to set them in ways that feel both empowering and compassionate. πŸ’‘
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Want to learn more? Explore these tools further in our YouTube webinar on healthy boundaries, then take the next step with therapy today.
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Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. At Calgary Institute of Counselling, we offer a free ...
09/27/2025

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. At Calgary Institute of Counselling, we offer a free 20-minute consultation to help you get to know us, ask questions, and see if one of our therapists feels like the right fit. This is your chance to connect without pressure, and begin exploring how therapy can support your well-being and long-term growth. 🌟
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During this call, we’ll learn more about what you’re looking for and guide you toward the therapist best suited to your needs. It’s about making sure you feel safe, supported, and confident before starting your therapy journey. Taking the first step can feel big, but we’re here to walk it with you. πŸ“–
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Schedule your free consultation today and take the first step toward meaningful change.
πŸ“ž (587) 350-8843
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Therapy is most effective when it is backed by research and applied with compassion and care. At Calgary Institute of Co...
09/26/2025

Therapy is most effective when it is backed by research and applied with compassion and care. At Calgary Institute of Counselling, our team draws on decades of combined experience and uses proven approaches like CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness. These methods offer structured strategies that address the root of challenges, reduce emotional distress, and create measurable improvements in your daily life. 🧩
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This means you receive strategies that have been proven to reduce symptoms, improve emotional health, and promote lasting personal growth. Combined with the support of compassionate therapists, these methods help you navigate challenges and unlock new ways of living with clarity and resilience. 🌱
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Discover how effective therapy can transform your life.
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09/25/2025

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, affecting not only your thoughts but also your body, relationships, and daily routines in ways that leave you feeling stuck. At Calgary Institute of Counselling, we help you untangle the roots of anxiety with practical strategies, evidence-based methods, and compassionate care that restore balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of calm. πŸŒ™
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Our team works with you to address both the emotional and physical toll that anxiety creates, helping you manage symptoms while also building long-term resilience. With therapy, you gain tools to navigate life with greater peace, confidence, and emotional freedom.πŸ’‘
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Find clarity and resilience with professional support today.
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Meet Annie Lai, a trauma-informed, client-centered Provisional Psychologist in our North Calgary location. 🌱 Annie is de...
09/25/2025

Meet Annie Lai, a trauma-informed, client-centered Provisional Psychologist in our North Calgary location. 🌱 Annie is deeply committed to supporting individuals through challenges with compassion, understanding, and encouragement, while empowering them to build resilience and greater confidence in themselves.
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Her approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space where clients can openly explore their experiences and begin working toward growth and healing. With dedication to meeting each individual where they are, Annie provides strategies tailored to unique needs and goals. πŸ’¬
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Work with Annie to start building strength and confidence in your own journey.
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Inside each of us are different β€œparts” that carry unique emotions, beliefs, and roles. 🧩 Internal Family Systems (IFS) ...
09/23/2025

Inside each of us are different β€œparts” that carry unique emotions, beliefs, and roles. 🧩 Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps you understand and connect with these parts in a safe, structured way, allowing for deep healing and greater self-awareness.
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By recognising the voices within and working with them rather than against them, clients find balance, harmony, and a stronger sense of inner peace. 🌟 IFS therapy can support healing from trauma, manage overwhelming emotions, and help you live a more authentic life.
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Begin your journey of inner exploration with the guidance of our IFS-trained therapists.
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Address

11500 29 Street SE, Unit 103
Calgary, AB
T2Z3W9

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 8:30pm
Thursday 8am - 8:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15873508843

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