Business Details
Your Mental Health Partner in Canmore, Alberta
Mountain Therapy Psychological Services is a clinical and health psychology practice rooted in individual, relational, and community-focused care. Our approach combines evidence-based methods like Hakomi Therapy, EMDR, and Polyvagal Theory with Indigenous wisdom and trauma-informed practices. Founded on principles of accessibility and community connection, we prioritize creating a relaxed, collaborative environment where clients can explore realistic, personalized goals. Our team of registered psychologists and certified counselors brings decades of combined experience in addressing trauma, mental health challenges, and life transitions.We emphasize experiential learning, somatic techniques, and narrative therapies to help clients regulate nervous systems, rebuild relationships, and rediscover purpose. Our practice extends beyond individual sessions to community-based initiatives that shift dialogues around mental health and foster collective healing.
Services
Individual Therapy
Relational Counseling
Trauma Recovery
EMDR Therapy
Community Psychology
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care with certified Hakomi and EMDR therapists
- Our team includes Registered Psychologists with decades of clinical experience
- We integrate Indigenous wisdom and modern neuroscience techniques
- Flexible in-person and virtual therapy options available
- Community-focused practice addressing systemic mental health challenges
Associations and certifications
- College of Alberta Psychologists
- Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association
- British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors
- Alberta College of Paramedics
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health support addressing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions through evidence-based methods. Our therapists use Hakomi Therapy, EMDR, and somatic techniques to help clients regulate emotions and rebuild self-connection. Sessions focus on creating personalized strategies that align with each individual's unique life purpose and healing journey.
Relational Counseling
Specialized support for improving interpersonal dynamics and communication patterns. We help clients explore attachment styles, resolve conflicts, and build healthier connections using narrative therapy and Internal Family Systems approaches. Our practice emphasizes understanding relationship wounds while fostering emotional intelligence and spiritual reconnection.
Trauma Recovery
Comprehensive trauma treatment integrating Polyvagal Theory, Indigenous wisdom, and clinical expertise. Our certified therapists address PTSD, complex trauma, and critical stress injuries using somatic interventions and trauma-informed care. We help clients process stuck memories while rebuilding nervous system regulation and community belonging.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized processing therapy for trauma and anxiety disorders using bilateral stimulation techniques. Our EMDR-certified practitioners help clients reprocess distressing memories and reduce emotional reactivity. This evidence-based approach supports neural integration and lasting symptom relief for individuals experiencing PTSD or chronic stress.
Community Psychology
Community-based initiatives addressing systemic mental health challenges through collective healing practices. We offer workshops and support groups focused on trauma recovery, resilience building, and mental health education. Our programs emphasize social connection and cultural wisdom to create sustainable community wellness frameworks.
People
Janet S. McLeod
Registered Psychologist
Certified Hakomi Therapist with 20+ years of trauma recovery expertise. Specializes in integrating Indigenous wisdom with modern neuroscience. Former PTSD survivor turned mental health advocate. Focuses on community psychology and trauma-informed peer support programs.
Scott Heathcote
Registered Psychologist
Former Advanced Care Paramedic with specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy. Expertise in men's mental health and first responder trauma. Combines biological understanding with mindfulness techniques to address anxiety and depression.
Karly Sovereign
Clinical Counsellor
Trauma-informed therapist specializing in EMDR and somatic therapies. Former child and youth mental health counselor. Focuses on nature-assisted healing and neurodiversity support. Certified in Internal Family Systems and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Susie Materi
Certified Counsellor
Experiential therapist with expertise in existential-phenomenological approaches. Specializes in couples counseling and treating anxiety disorders. Combines narrative therapy with polyvagal theory to address relationship issues and life transitions.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you offer?
We specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, and community psychology using evidence-based methods like EMDR and Hakomi Therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we offer direct billing for Alberta Blue Cross, Green Shield Canada, and Veterans Affairs Canada. Most services can be claimed through private insurance plans.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes, we provide both in-person and virtual therapy options for all our services across Alberta.
What are your session rates?
Rates range from $150-$260/hour depending on therapist credentials and session length. We offer free initial consultations for most services.
How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through our website or contact individual therapists directly via email or phone as listed in our contact section.
