Gender and Sexuality

Supporting Mental Health Through Affirming Care

Understanding and embracing your gender identity and sexuality is a deeply personal journey that can bring both joy and challenges. At our practice, we provide compassionate, affirming counselling tailored to support individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Whether you are exploring your identity, seeking acceptance, healing from past experiences, or navigating complex relationships, our goal is to offer a safe and respectful space where you can be fully yourself.

Counselling may address a wide range of concerns including coming out, managing anxiety or depression related to identity, relationship dynamics, family acceptance, and experiences of discrimination or trauma. We understand that each person’s journey is different and tailor our support to meet you where you are.

A Safe Space for Growth in Gender, Sexuality, and Connection

Navigating questions about gender identity, sexuality, and relationships can bring both challenges and opportunities for growth. Whether you are exploring your authentic self, undergoing transition, or working to strengthen your family or romantic connections, compassionate support can make a meaningful difference. We provide a safe space to understand your experiences, manage stress, and foster resilience.

Individual Counselling

Mental health counselling offers a supportive space for individuals exploring their gender and sexuality to understand and accept themselves. Therapy helps process complex emotions like confusion and internalized stigma, while fostering resilience and self-compassion. Through personalized guidance, individuals develop clarity and coping strategies to face societal pressures and discrimination, empowering them to live authentically and maintain emotional well-being.

Couples Counselling

Our therapists help partners understand how life circumstances, personal self-acceptance, external relationships, and internal biases influence their relationship, intimacy, and shared goals. We also support couples in managing stressors such as societal stigma or differences in acceptance. Through fostering empathy and collaborative problem-solving, counselling enables couples to navigate change, resolve conflicts, and build a strong, respectful, and authentic partnership.

The Impact of Low Self-Esteem

Self Acceptance

Coming to terms with your gender identity or sexual orientation can be complex. We support you in embracing your true self with kindness and confidence, helping you overcome internalized stigma and build a positive sense of identity.

Transitioning

Transitioning can bring emotional, social, and physical changes that may feel complex or overwhelming. We offer compassionate support for any mental health concerns that arise during this time, including anxiety, depression, uncertainty, or isolation.

Family Relationships

Family can be a source of both support and tension during your journey. We help individuals and families foster open communication, build understanding, and repair strained relationships in a way that honours everyone’s feelings and experiences.

Romantic Relationships

Whether you are dating, in a long-term partnership, or exploring new relationship models, we provide guidance on communication skills, managing conflict, and fostering trust and connection.

Sexuality and Intimacy

Understanding and expressing your sexuality is a vital part of well-being. We assist with exploring sexual identity, addressing concerns about desire and intimacy, and overcoming barriers to fulfilling relationships.

Managing Minority Stress

Experiences of discrimination, rejection, or prejudice can take a deep emotional toll. Together, we work on strategies to help you navigate external pressures while protecting your emotional health and reclaiming your strength.

How Therapy Can Help You  

With the right support, a persons self-confidence can grow. Therapy offers a space to better understand where feelings of inadequacy come from and how they may be influencing your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour.

Mental health counselling offers a transformative space for individuals to explore and embrace their gender and sexuality without fear or judgment. In a world that often imposes rigid expectations or erases identity altogether, therapy can be a grounding force—helping people untangle internalized shame, reconnect with their authentic selves, and build lives rooted in truth and self-acceptance. It’s not about being told who you are, but about discovering it for yourself, with the support of a skilled therapist who sees you, hears you, and walks alongside you as you uncover clarity, confidence, and the freedom to live fully.

LGBTQ+ Counsellors Who Honour Your Journey

Our counsellors bring not only clinical expertise but lived understanding and deep respect for diverse identities and experiences. Whether you're seeking support for gender, sexuality, relationships, or life’s challenges more broadly, you’ll find a safe, affirming space with professionals who honour who you are.
Ava McLinskarr
Virtual & In-Person

Ava McLinskarr

Provisional Psychologist
$150 per hour
Ava supports teens, adults, and couples in navigating challenges related to trauma, relationship difficulties, stress, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and ADHD.
Steve Slopek
Virtual & In-Person

Steve Slopek

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Steve provides counselling for individuals living with trauma, anxiety, substance issues, relationships issues & more; as well as, assessments to diagnose ADHD and autism.
Emma Godin
Virtual & In-Person

Emma Godin

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Emma helps teens and adults with various mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, trauma, self-harm behaviours, grief, self esteem, life transitions, panic attacks, chronic illness and more.
Lule Begashaw
Virtual & In-Person

Lule Begashaw

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Lule supports diverse individuals through healing and growth, drawing from both professional expertise and rich personal experience. Rooted in faith, empathy, and authenticity, she creates a safe space for connection, resilience, and transformation.
Danielle Gelleny
Virtual & In-Person

Danielle Gelleny

Mental Health Therapist
$150 per hour
Danielle has vast experience supporting teens and adults with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, self esteem, perfectionism, trauma, sobriety, relationships, emotional regulation, stress and more.
Joshua Woelfle
Virtual & In-Person

Joshua Woelfle

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Joshua works with adults and teenagers living with PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, stress, suicidal ideation, grief and loss, phobias, OCD, and relationship issues.
Brittney Giacchetta
Virtual & In-Person

Brittney Giacchetta

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Brittney works with individuals living with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, burnout, chronic pain, complex mental health, depression, autism, life transitions, couples issues, phobias, trauma, and stress.
Kristy Honan
Virtual & In-Person

Kristy Honan

Provisional Psychologist, MACP
$220 per hour
Kristy has over 13 years of experience in working with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, trauma and PTSD, identity and existential crisis, life transitions, low self-worth, struggles with body image, relationship concerns, and spiritual concerns.
Ryan Doucet
Virtual & In-Person

Ryan Doucet

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Ryan supports children (6+), teens, and adults with anxiety, OCD, and related challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual. He also provides neuroaffirming ADHD, ASD, and giftedness assessments to help identify learning styles, strengths, and support needs.
Camila Schroh
Virtual & In-Person

Camila Schroh

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Camila works with children (6+), teens, and adults to address issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and more. Additionally, she offers psycho-educational assessments and supports parents in navigating challenges and enhancing their connection with their children.
Returning Clients Only
Theresa Breen
Virtual & In-Person

Theresa Breen

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Theresa provides therapy for teens, couples, families & individuals, using evidence-based care to address anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma and more.
Jessica Friesen
Virtual & In-Person

Jessica Friesen

Registered Psychologist
$235 (sliding scale available) per hour
Jessica works with children (6+), teens, adults, and couples on issues like anxiety, depression, life transitions, ADHD, reproductive health, and more. A former educator and published author, Jessica brings calm, compassion, and deep insight to every session.
Cassia Tayler
Virtual & In-Person

Cassia Tayler

Provisional Psychologist
$190 per hour
Cassia works with teens, adults, and couples living with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, self-identity and cultural identity issues, life transitions, and more.
Vanessa de Guzman
Virtual & In-Person

Vanessa de Guzman

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Vanessa supports children (4+), youth (12+), and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and major life transitions with compassion and cultural sensitivity. Drawing on her experience in both voluntary and court-mandated therapy, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can process challenges, build resilience, and move forward with confidence and clarity.
Joel Zimmerman
Virtual Only

Joel Zimmerman

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
*Direct billing Available* Joel works with individuals who need support for anxiety, depression, personal growth, and trauma (PTSD); as well as couples and families who want to improve communication, conflict management, and trust.
Nicolette Bader
Virtual & In-Person

Nicolette Bader

Provisional Psychologist
$235 per hour
Nicolette supports children, teens, adults, parents and families dealing with issues like ADHD, anxiety, stress, depression, behavioural problems, parenting difficulties, grief, trauma, divorce, and questions about identity.
Stephen Walker
Virtual & In-Person

Stephen Walker

Reg. Clinical Social Worker
$200 per hour
With 10+ years of experience, Stephen works with individuals and couples (12+) dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma (PTSD), family violence, addictions, grief/loss, couples concerns and more.

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Not sure who can help you? You can either fill out the form to be matched to a therapist that specializes in your unique situation or give us a call at (403) 588-7639.

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