There are times in life when you know something needs to change, but you're not sure where to begin. You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, struggle in navigating a difficult relationship, or stress adjusting to a major life transition. Therapy offers a space to slow down, better understand yourself, and reconnect with what truly matters to you. I see counselling as a collaborative process built on trust, authenticity, and curiosity. Together, we can create a space to better understand yourself, identify your values, navigate life’s challenges, and build on your strengths to create a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
My approach is integrative and tailored to each individual. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focussed Therapy (SFT), and using psychoeducation, I work with clients to develop practical skills to meet their goals while also exploring the underlying question of ‘what does this all mean’. Together, we'll work to identify what is most important to you, build on your existing strengths, and work toward creating a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.
Coming to therapy is an act of courage, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move beyond simply getting through each day toward living a life that feels meaningful to you.
Experience:
Olivia is completing her master’s degree in counselling psychology at the University of Lethbridge. She brings a compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other stressors.
Through her experience at the Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury, Olivia has supported individuals navigating a variety of mental health concerns. She has training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) and values providing evidence-based, trauma-informed care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Olivia also incorporates an understanding of the mind-body connection and the role of breath, presence, and awareness in emotional regulation and well-being as a certified yoga teacher.
Education
- BSc. (Honours) Psychology, University of Alberta, 2025
- MEd. Counselling Psychology, University of Lethbridge, In Progress
Therapy Modalities
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Life transitions
- Stress
