Sexual Assault Counselling

You Are Not Alone

Reaching out for support after experiencing sexual harm can feel incredibly difficult. You may be carrying pain, confusion, fear, or even numbness. You might not have words for what you’ve been through, or you may feel unsure about what you need. Wherever you are in your process, you deserve care, respect, and to be met with compassion.

At Grit Psychology, we provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can move at your own pace. There is no pressure to share anything before you are ready. Your story belongs to you, and therapy is guided by your comfort, your boundaries, and your voice.

Compassionate Psychologists

Rosa Rino
Virtual & In-Person

Rosa Rino

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Rosa supports teens, adults & couples with relationships, anxiety, depression, identity, grief, stress, burnout & self-esteem.
Camila Schroh
Virtual & In-Person

Camila Schroh

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Camila supports teens & adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma & emotional overwhelm, plus psycho-educational assessments.
Anne Walsh
Virtual & In-Person

Anne Walsh

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Anne helps individuals 16+ navigate anxiety, trauma, and burnout with practical tools for clarity, balance, and confidence.
Ava McLinskarr
Virtual & In-Person

Ava McLinskarr

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Ava supports teens, adults & couples with trauma, relationship difficulties, stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD & ADHD.
Jennifer Berrow
Virtual & In-Person

Jennifer Berrow

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Jennifer supports children, teens & adults through anxiety, depression & ADHD with neuro-affirming, strength-based care.
Jaimee Grossklaus
Virtual & In-Person

Jaimee Grossklaus

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
aimee works with adults on anxiety, trauma (PTSD), depression, stress, low self-esteem, work concerns & brain injuries.
Emma Godin
Virtual & In-Person

Emma Godin

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Emma helps teens & adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, grief, life transitions, panic attacks & more.
Calen Jobson
Virtual & In-Person

Calen Jobson

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Calen works with individuals & athletes on anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, self-esteem, relationships & performance issues.
Lule Begashaw
Virtual & In-Person

Lule Begashaw

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Lule supports diverse individuals through healing & growth, rooted in faith, empathy & authenticity, for connection & resilience.
Danielle Gelleny
Virtual & In-Person

Danielle Gelleny

Provisional Psychologist
$200 per hour
Danielle supports children, teens & adults with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, trauma & more, plus assessments for ages 6-16.
Shaheena Kassam
Virtual & In-Person

Shaheena Kassam

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Shaheena offers assessments & counselling for children, families & adults on anxiety, depression, ADHD & autism (ASD).
Returning Clients Only
Alison Statham
Virtual & In-Person

Alison Statham

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Alison supports children (6+), teens & adults with anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, ADHD, stress & relationship issues.
Returning Clients Only
Brittney Giacchetta
Virtual & In-Person

Brittney Giacchetta

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Brittney works with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, burnout, chronic pain, depression, autism, trauma & more.
Kristy Honan
Virtual & In-Person

Kristy Honan

Provisional Psychologist, MACP
$220 per hour
Kristy has 13+ years working with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, identity crisis, body image, relationship concerns, and more.
Angela Regino
Virtual & In-Person

Angela Regino

Occupational Therapist
$170 per hour
Angela provides assessments & counselling for adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders & chronic pain.
Cara Hason
Virtual Only

Cara Hason

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Cara has 10+ years helping adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, OCD, PTSD, relationship & perinatal issues.
Alyssa Gonzalez
Virtual & In-Person

Alyssa Gonzalez

Registered Psychologist
$235 per hour
Alyssa works with children, adolescents, & adults who experience a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, trauma, family issues, stress and more.
Vanessa de Guzman
Virtual & In-Person

Vanessa de Guzman

Provisional Psychologist
$220 per hour
Vanessa supports children (4+), youth (12+) & adults with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma & major life transitions.
Dr. Sharanpreet Kaur
Virtual Only

Dr. Sharanpreet Kaur

Registered Psychologist
$260 per hour
Sharanpreet specializes in trauma assessment and treatment, chronic pain, workplace issues, medication management, anxiety, grief and more.
Joel Zimmerman
Virtual Only

Joel Zimmerman

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
*Direct billing Available* Joel supports individuals with anxiety, depression, personal growth & trauma, plus couples & families on communication.
Megan Zmetana
Virtual & In-Person

Megan Zmetana

Occupational Therapist, MSCOT
$170 per hour
Megan, an occupational therapist, helps people return to work after illness, injury, trauma, or mental health concerns.
Rittu Berman
Virtual & In-Person

Rittu Berman

Occupational Therapist
$170 per hour
Rittu, an occupational therapist, helps clients regain independence after injury, pain, fatigue & life transitions.
Ty Helfrich
Virtual & In-Person

Ty Helfrich

Provisional Psychologist
$150 per hour
Ty conducts assessments for ADHD, PTSD, personality disorders, cognitive functioning, memory, IQ & general mental health.
Cecily Wang
Virtual & In-Person

Cecily Wang

Registered Psychologist
$220 per hour
Cecily helps with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, relationships & stress, plus assessments for ADHD, giftedness & mental health (3+).
Rameen Kargger
Virtual & In-Person

Rameen Kargger

Registered Psychologist
$350 per hour
Rameen offers assessments & counselling for couples & individuals on relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma & more.
Selective Clients Only
Brittin Adams
Virtual & In-Person

Brittin Adams

Occupational Therapist
$170 per hour
Brittin, an occupational therapist, supports all ages with life transitions, concussion recovery, return to work & daily living skills.
Jessica Murphy
Virtual & In-Person

Jessica Murphy

Occupational Therapist, MScOT
$170 per hour
Jessica provides cognitive assessments and rehabilitation for concussion, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, and mental health challenges affecting work and daily life.

A Space Where You Are in Control

Experiences of sexual harm can take away a sense of safety and control. Counselling is a place where that control is returned to you. You choose what to talk about, when to talk about it, and how deeply you want to go. Your therapist will follow your lead, offering support without pressure. Sessions can focus on processing emotions, building coping tools, or simply creating a sense of stability and grounding.

You are always in charge of your healing process.

How Counselling Can Help

Processing Difficult Emotions

Counselling provides a supportive space to explore and process emotions such as fear, anger, shame, or grief at your own pace, without judgment.

Reducing Overwhelming Symptoms

Therapy can help lessen experiences like anxiety, flashbacks, or intrusive thoughts by building coping strategies that support a greater sense of calm and control.

Rebuilding a Sense of Safety

Together, we work toward helping you feel safer in your body and environment, restoring a sense of stability and grounding in your day-to-day life.

Strengthening Boundaries and Trust

Counselling supports you in developing healthy boundaries and rebuilding trust in yourself and in your relationships with others.

Navigating Relationships and Intimacy

You are supported in exploring relationships and intimacy in a way that feels comfortable, respectful, and aligned with your needs and readiness.

Reconnecting with Yourself

Therapy can help you reconnect with your identity, inner strength, and sense of self-worth, allowing space for healing and growth.

Our Approach to Sexual Assault Counselling

Our therapists use trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches that prioritize emotional safety and empowerment.

This may include:

  • Gentle, paced therapeutic conversations
  • Grounding and emotional regulation strategies
  • Cognitive and somatic approaches to processing trauma
  • Mindfulness-based techniques to support presence and stability

We focus on helping you feel supported in the present, while carefully working through the impact of your experiences in a way that does not feel overwhelming.

Moving at Your Own Pace

Healing does not have a timeline. Some days may feel heavier than others, and that is okay. Therapy is not about forcing progress, but about creating space for it to unfold naturally. Whether you are seeking support shortly after an experience or years later, it is never too early or too late to begin. You deserve care that honours your experience without judgment. If you are considering counselling, we are here to walk alongside you with compassion, patience, and respect.

Get Matched To The Right Therapist

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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Counselling in North Calgary

Address: 2000 Pegasus Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8K7
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Counselling in South Calgary

Address: 290 Midpark Way SE #330, Calgary, AB T2X 1P1
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Counselling in Airdrie

Address: Unit #17 – 620 1 Ave NW, Airdrie, AB T4B 2R3
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Address: 9426 51 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5A6
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Address: Suite #104 550 Laura Ave, Red Deer, AB T4E 0A5
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