Dr. Sandie Hucal MD

04/03/2026

What if that quiet sense that something’s missing is actually an invitation to reconnect with yourself?

03/18/2026

Overwhelmed and exhausted after years of putting everyone else first?

You’re not alone. This is a widely shared experience — not a personal failure.

Many women reach this stage of life feeling disconnected from themselves, unsure what they want anymore, and wondering “Is this it?”

Hormones can be part of the picture — but they’re not the whole story.

I’m opening a limited number of spots for a new pilot program, Beyond HRT, where we take a more complete, personalized approach.

You’ll work 1:1 with me as a physician to understand what’s really keeping you stuck — and create a path toward more energy, clarity, and a life that actually feels like yours again.

**Limited Spots — No Cost (covered by Alberta Health Care)

Sessions are virtual (available across Alberta), with an option to participate in small group experiences in Nature with horses.

If this speaks to you, feel free to message me or email me at dr.hucal@gmail.com to learn more.

It’s never too late to live life true to yourself.

08/28/2025

NEW DATES: Sep 6 (Sat); Sep 7 (Sun); Sep 13 (Sat); Sep 14 (Sun)
The weather is beautiful and THE WILDIES ARE CALLING!
Come spend a day in wild horse country where you'll get to practice a variety of mindfulness skills to help you feel less stress and anxiety, and more joy and vitality. There are only 3 spots per workshop, since we'll be traveling together in my truck. Please go to sandiehucalmd.ca or email dr.hucal@gmail.com for more information or to register. Weekday workshop also an option if enough interest. If above dates don't work email me for other possibilities.

Please Note:
∙For women over 18 only (no kiddos)
∙NON-SMOKERS only (due to my asthma)
∙This is a mental health workshop (not simply an outing to see wild horses)
∙ Alberta Health Care coverage required
∙ Completion of intake form required prior to workshop

Also:
∙These horses are wild animals, so we'll be observing them from a distance only (NOT equine-facilitated therapy with direct interaction with horses)
∙ There's no guarantee how many (if any) wild horses we will see
∙ There will be an opportunity for taking photos, but this is not the focus

08/22/2025

The weather is beautiful and the wildies are calling!
Come spend a day in wild horse country where you'll get to practice a variety of mindfulness skills to help you feel less stress and anxiety, and more joy and vitality. There are only 3 spots per workshop, since we'll be traveling together in my truck. Please email dr.hucal@gmail.com for more information or to register. If this date doesn't work for you, contact me as other dates will be arranged depending on interest and availability.

08/19/2025

Are you in a midlife slump? Feeling stuck, restless or unfulfilled? I’m a physician-psychotherapist offering individual and small group sessions for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond to help reclaim vitality, joy and purpose. Covered by Alberta Health Care. Limited openings for fall—start living life true to yourself.

01/14/2025

Are you ready to make your mental health a priority this year?
I currently have openings in my women's mental health practice. My online psychotherapy and medication management services are covered by Alberta Health Care. Please email me for more information and to arrange an intake interview.

11/02/2024

If your wellbeing is impacted by the short, cold days of winter we invite you to join us for "Embracing Winter", a 6 week wellness program for women covered Alberta Health Care. Groups will be limited to 4 participants. Please email me at Dr.Hucal@gmail.com for more information or to arrange an intake session for the program. Dates and times will be determined based on participant interest/availability.

10/06/2024

Does winter take a toll on your mood, energy, motivation and overall well being?

I will be starting an 8 week wellness program (covered by Alberta Health Care) the weekend of Oct 19th for women who struggle with winter blues/SAD.

We'll cover evidence-based ways to help you embrace (rather than dread) winter, including: bright light therapy, supplements, circadian rhythm and optimizing sleep, morning practices, making movement fun (play time!), exploring in Nature, mindfulness, healthy thinking, expressive arts, and much more. You will get to spend time with the horses and other animals at Free Spirit Sanctuary, do some winter tracking, birding,...

There will be 2 groups (4 per group) with sessions on either Saturday (10:00 am) or Sunday (11:00 am). If the weather is inclement we'll meet on Zoom. Sessions will last 2-3 hours depending on the activities for the weekend.

Please email me at Dr.Hucal@gmail.com if interested and we will arrange a brief intake meeting.

Free Spirit Sanctuary is located 30 km NW of Cochrane, Alberta.

01/15/2023