Christina is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Education degree. Based on her work as a therapist and seven years of experience as a teacher with Edmonton Public Schools, she recognizes the importance of individualized support and the remarkable capacity for growth inherent within every person.

Christina acts as a collaborative facilitator in her role as a therapist, assisting people as they embark on their journeys of transformation and self-discovery. She values providing compassionate understanding, unwavering support, patience, respect, and a welcoming environment because she believes these traits are crucial to helping clients achieve meaningful progress in therapy.

Christina works with individuals of all ages, including children, teenagers, and adults. Her therapeutic approach is person-centred and strength-based, incorporating acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) alongside cognitive behavioural strategies to provide comprehensive support. Christina looks forward to joining clients on their paths of healing and personal growth, and she is ready to provide compassionate support while assisting them in working towards their goals.

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Cary has her Masters of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary and is registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) and a member of the Canadian Psychological Association. Previously she worked in schools doing play-based therapy supporting the students through their big emotions.

Cary offers assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults and works with clients with a variety of learning disabilities and mental health difficulties. She acknowledges that success depends upon a variety of factors and works diligently with each client to create a treatment plan specifically tailored to support them in school, at work, socially, or at home.

Cary offers flexible appointments with daytime, evening and some Saturday availability.

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Meet Abanti

Abanti is a Registered Psychologist and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and Master of Science in Neuroscience. She offers assessment and counselling services to children, youth, and adults for a range of mental health and learning concerns at Little Oaks Psychology.

Abanti has substantial training and experience with psychological assessments via psychometric roles in clinical and research environments working with children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, she completed her graduate level internship providing psychotherapy to children, youth, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and other mental health concerns. She utilizes evidence-based practices and employs various psychotherapeutic constructs such as Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and elements of Narrative Therapy. Abanti strives to emphasize client strengths and provide opportunities for growth in a safe, understanding, and compassionate environment.

Abanti also has extensive research experience in cognitive deficits and executive functioning in youth utilizing brain imaging technology and psychological testing.

Abanti offers flexible appointments with daytime and some evening availabilities.

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Meet Kelci

Kelci has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program through Yorkville University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree from the University of Alberta. Kelci previously worked as an Emotional Behavioral Specialist with Edmonton Catholic Schools, gaining valuable experience providing support to students facing emotional and behavioral challenges within the school environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Kelci is a Registered Provisional Psychologist.

In her counseling practice, Kelci provides support to individuals of all ages. Her approach is anchored in a person-centered, strengths-based framework, recognizing and nurturing the unique qualities and resources of each individual. Kelci also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies as she supports each client on their therapeutic journey.

Kelci cultivates a warm and inviting atmosphere, prioritizing values of authenticity, respect, and connection in her interactions. With a genuine commitment to creating a safe space for her clients, she fosters an environment where individuals feel valued and heard. Kelci’s empathetic approach and compassionate demeanor allow her clients to feel comfortable expressing themselves openly, knowing they are met with acceptance and support.

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Meet Elise

Elise completed her Master of Counselling at the University of Lethbridge. Prior to that she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honours Psychology, completing a thesis on the effect of music training on early reading skills. Elise worked for 8 years in early intervention services working with children and families facing behavioural and cognitive challenges while she attended university.

Elise is passionate about working with young children and families to help them feel more connected and confident in their relationships. She works with clients to empower them to build skills to face many challenges, such as developmental delays, ADHD, anxiety, autism, depression, OCD, ODD and parenting coaching. Elise also has experience working with trauma survivors. Her approach to counselling is person-centered and focusses on expanding existing strengths as well as learning about the client’s unique life experience. She draws on cognitive behavioural, and emotion focused therapy to guide her work. She is also open to using art-based and play interventions to help clients express themselves. Elise primarily works with children, teens, parents, and adults seeking individual counselling.

Elise offers flexible appointments with daytime and evening availability.

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Meet Jaime

Jaime Gaber has a Master’s Degree in School Psychology and specializes in offering counselling and coaching services to persons experiencing ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, phobias, OCD and agoraphobia. She also provides intervention and coaching to parents to address learning, attention and behaviour concerns at home and in the classroom.

Jaime has over 10 years of combined experience in the provision of mental health services, ADHD coaching, crisis counselling, and learning/academic support. Jaime’s approach focuses on practical, solution-focused and cognitive behavioural therapy approaches to mental health. She has experience working in schools, post-secondary settings, hospitals and non-prophet organizations and has also developed and facilitated programs in the areas of social/emotional difficulties and behavioural concerns. Jaime’s services are currently offered online, telephone or in-person in Calgary.

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Meet Raquel

Counselling Team Lead - Counselling Therapist - Neurodiversity Consultant

Raquel is designated as a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She is currently completing the Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy program at Yorkville University. She also holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Secondary Education from the University of Alberta. Her previous experience as a teacher connects with her counselling practice since she carries a strong belief that psychoeducation is both an important component of preventative care as well as a conduit for impactful behavioural change. Further, Raquel brings a unique perspective having grown up in Edmonton’s Francophone community as well as in a multicultural household.

Raquel creates a safe and empathic space for people to gain insight into the challenges they are facing while using a collaborative approach to work towards attaining their desired goals. She actively seeks to understand her clients within their socio-cultural context while being aware of the hidden stressors that may be affecting them including past trauma. Raquel has a particular interest in supporting academic and business professionals (e.g., teachers, mental health specialists and front-line workers) as they navigate their unique challenges. Her approach is influenced by person-centered therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) along with mindfulness practice.

Raquel’s services are available in-person and online, in both French and English, to clients ages 12 and up.

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Meet Erin

Erin holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta, and a Masters of Science in Mental Health in Children and Young People from the University of Edinburgh. Alongside her work at Little Oaks Psychology, Erin Currently works as an Emotional Behavioural Specialist with Edmonton Catholic Schools. Erin works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team providing school-based intervention services to students who display emotional and/or behavioural challenges to create the most effective learning environment for all students. 

Erin works with children, teens, and adults seeking counselling. Through the development of a positive therapeutic relationship, Erin aims to establish a safe therapeutic environment that is conducive to empowerment and growth. Erin works from a person-centered approach guided by cognitive behavioural strategies and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and works collaboratively with clients to help them work towards a deeper sense of connection, clarity, and self-awareness.

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Meet Yasmine

Yasmine completed her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary. She completed her first and second practicum placement at the Integrated Services for Education (ISE) Clinic at the University of Calgary, and her final internship placement at Little Oaks Psychology. Yasmine has experience conducting psychoeducational assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. She provides comprehensive assessments and evidence-based interventions for individuals with various learning, social, and emotional-behavioural concerns. In addition, Yasmine has five years of experience working with youth who experience(d) trauma, and delivering inclusive education programming in a school setting.

Yasmine believes that assessments can be an empowering tool that can help someone better understand themselves to support them best. An individual can succeed and accomplish whatever they wish to, when all factors in that individual’s life are working together to support them. Yasmine believes that “you are the expert on you,” and her goal is to affirm that by helping people identify their areas of strength, and vulnerabilities, and working with them to develop strategies that work best for them.

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Meet Stephanie

Stephanie completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Alberta. In addition to her work at Little Oaks, Stephanie has been working with children, teens, and families experiencing neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders in the inpatient tertiary care programs at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and the Glenrose Hospital as a Child and Youth Development Specialist.

Alongside the support and guidance of her supervisor, Stephanie works with children, teens, families and adults seeking counselling. Stephanie’s areas of interest include providing developmentally appropriate, attachment-focused supports for children and teens experiencing various behavioural and cognitive challenges and working with clients through a person-centered approach guided by acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioural strategies.

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Meet Tara

She completed her Ph.D. in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary. Tara has experience in providing psychoeducational assessment services in elementary schools, high schools, and in private practice settings. She completed her Doctoral Internship in Calgary, working at a not-for-profit clinic specializing in assessment and treatment of ADHD, learning disabilities, and social/emotional concerns.

Tara enjoys working with children and takes pride in helping them to identify and overcome their challenges. She provides comprehensive psychoeducational assessments and evidence-based recommendations for interventions and strategies aimed at meeting the individual’s specific needs and supporting them towards success. She works collaboratively with children, their parents, and their schools to achieve a balanced perspective of the child’s profile of strengths and challenges, and to implement practical intervention strategies.

Tara provides assessment and consultation for children, youth, and young adults in the areas of ADHD, learning difficulties, giftedness, social/emotional difficulties, and behavioural concerns. She draws upon positive psychology, developmental and behaviourism perspectives; and strives to implement a resilience-based approach in her work.

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Meet Caelin

Caelin specializes in Autism and related conditions, and provides support for families and adult clients. She provides compassionate, client centered diagnostic assessment and counselling. She is passionate about supporting people in their journey to understanding themselves better.

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Meet Kaitlin

Kaitlin completed her Master of Education through the University of Calgary, receiving training and supervision in both school and private settings. Prior to that she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honours Psychology, completing her thesis on the effects of music training on memory skills.

Kaitlin offers assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults, and works with clients experiencing a variety of learning, behavioural, and mental health concerns. Kaitlin believes that the assessment of both strengths and weaknesses is paramount to helping individuals overcome their challenges and achieve success. She enjoys working closely with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to better understand each client’s unique profile.

Kaitlin offers flexible appointments with daytime, evening and Saturday availability.

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Giovanna completed her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary. She completed her first practicum placement at the Integrated Services for Education (ISE) Clinic at the University of Calgary and her second practicum and internship placement at Little Oaks Psychology. Giovanna has experience in providing psychoeducational assessment services to elementary school students, junior high school students, high school students, and adults.

Giovanna believes that assessments are truly a gift for everyone involved. Understanding a child’s strengths and vulnerabilities is a gift to not only assist with self-understanding, but to have their parents, teachers, friends, and family understand them better too. She believes that assessments can really help validate experiences and answer longstanding questions. In her view, assessments can be life-changing. It is Giovanna’s goal to honour each individual who receives an assessment, instill hope in their future, help validate their lived experience, and help them succeed in anything they wish to pursue.

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Meet Larissa

Registered Psychologist Clinical Supervisor Clinic Director

Larissa has over 20 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disorders in various settings. She has a strong reputation in comprehensive psychological assessment and intervention, specializing in ADHD, Autism, learning difficulties, exceptionalities, behaviour problems, personality, and parenting concerns. Larissa is a PhD candidate in cognitive developmental psychology, with a specialization in psychopathology and executive functioning across the lifespan.

Larissa provides clinical supervision, consultation, and CAP supervision for provisional psychologists. She is an Adjunct Academic Colleague with the University of Alberta’s Department of Educational Psychology supporting doctoral practicums and internships. She also accepts student interns from the University of Calgary’s School & Applied Child Psychology program, as well as counselling programs including the University of Lethbridge, Yorkville, and City University.

Larissa currently supports supervisees (provisionals and interns) through collaborative services and takes only occasional direct clients at this time.

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