Through the Woods Psychology | Therapists in SE Calgary

Walking Together Towards Empowered Living

At Through the Woods, we ensure that no one has to navigate their journey alone, walking beside clients every step of the way toward a life full of possibility and progress.

We're your cheerleaders through the ups and downs of life. We're here to listen, really listen, and to walk with you every step of the way. We're all about celebrating your wins and giving you the tools to keep on winning, even after you've left our rooms.

At Through the Woods, we're not just about talking, we’re about doing—doing what it takes to help you live the life you're aiming for. We come along side you for change, for progress, and not just getting through the woods, but coming out the other side stronger. With us, you'll never walk alone.

Our therapists embody our core values, guiding you through challenges, celebrating your achievements, and offering support for your journey.

Equipping you with the tools to shift old beliefs and establish new, healthy patterns.

Empowerment

Through listening and understanding, we connect deeply, showing genuine care.

Empathy

Providing practical strategies to reach your goals and create lasting, meaningful change.

Growth

In a supportive, open environment, we meet you exactly where you are.

Acceptance

We foster strong therapeutic bonds, creating a space where you're safe to open up.

Connection

Starting your journey with a psychologist can be a big step and its understandable that you might have some questions. You can contact us or take a look at some common questions below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is counselling right for me?

People access counselling for many different reasons and its rare that any two individuals have the same reasons! It has been helpful to many different people in different ways and it is something you need to experience to know for sure.

While we can't tell you if counselling is right for you we'd be happy to meet you and help you discover if it is the right fit.

How do I know which therapist to pick?

A strong therapeutic alliance between the client and counsellor is a good indicator of how successfully change can be achieved in counselling.

At Through the Woods Psychology it is important to us that you feel you can connect with your therapist and feel comfortable speaking with them. To facilitate this we offer free 15-minute consultations, where you can explain your needs and we can get an understanding of your needs.

If this isn't the case, we can provide referrals to help you find the therapist who will best suits your needs.

What can I expect from an initial session?

Initial sessions can feel awkward, knowing that you are sharing personal information with a stranger. Because of this, building rapport and a therapeutic relationship is a large focus of the first sessions so clients can feel comfortable. Clients are welcome to share as much or as little of their presenting concerns.

During your first session the larger areas of focus your psychologist will explore with you why you are topics such as: why you are seeking out counselling and what you hope to gain from it, and work on setting some goals with you.

As it is necessary before we get started, please ensure that online forms are filled out and completed prior to the beginning of our session; if you have any questions or concerns about these forms, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Do you offer telehealth or virtual sessions?

We currently offer both face to face sessions in Calgary and virtual sessions to all Albertans. Some of our team members can offer services throughout Canada as well - you can learn more in their profile.

Virtual sessions provide convenience, increased flexibility and can be an excellent solution if our office location is not convenient or accessible to you.

What are the costs of counselling?

Our hourly rate for psychologists is $235. This fee covers a 50-minute session and 10 minutes of note taking for a total of 60 minutes. This is based on the current fee schedule determined by the Psychologist’s Association of Alberta. We offer direct billing to most benefits providers, however please be aware that Sunlife does not permit direct billing for psychologists in Alberta.

Our Certified Canadian Counsellors provide services starting at $150, with sessions structed in the same way as above. Many benefits providers cover the cost of Certified Canadian Counsellors, however many do not direct bill. It is highly recommended to check with your benefits provider regarding coverage.

We are excited to offer counselling on a sliding scale via our Master's of Counselling Interns. These students are supervised by a registered psychologist and the fee starts at $50 with lower fees available upon request; as above this fee covers a 50-minute session and 10 minutes of note taking for a total of 60 minutes. Please note that these sessions cannot be direct billed, nor can they be claimed through insurance.

What forms of payment are accepted?

Fees may be paid by cash, credit or debit. We can also accept e-transfers upon request, but we require this to be arranged before your session. We also offer direct billing to many insurance providers.

Payment is due on the date of your appointment.

Are there cancellation fees?

It is very understandable that life circumstances can sometimes get in the way of planned appointments. Your appointment time slot has been specially reserved from you and/or your child.

When a client cancels too close to an appointment it becomes difficult to fill that time slot and limits our ability to help you and/or others who could be seen during this time. We have a 24-hour cancelation policy to cancel/reschedule your appointment. Late-cancellations (within the 24-hour window) will be charged $110 (50%).

Missed sessions or no-shows will be charged the rate of the missed session.

Do you accept insurance?

Through the Woods Psychology offers direct billing with major insurance companies such as Alberta Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross, as well as insurance companies under the Telus Health and Green Shield umbrellas. Our ability to direct bill is dependent on the provider, the insurance company and the plan. Please contact us if you require further details.

Before your first visit, we advise you to contact your health insurance provider to inquire about your coverage.

If your insurance company is not listed, please feel free to inquire about direct billing options available.

Looking for psychology or therapy near you in Calgary SE? Through the Woods Psychology, located in Sunpark Plaza, offers convenient and compassionate mental health services. Find expert support close to home.