Hello, my name is Desaray, and I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Since completing my undergraduate degree, I have been involved in promoting mental health awareness in rural and agricultural communities. I am dedicated to ongoing learning and bring a commitment to personal and professional growth into my work with clients.

Starting therapy is a brave step. I want you to feel heard and supported from our very first meeting. I offer a warm, collaborative space where we can explore your concerns together. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, experiencing grief, or simply feeling stuck, I aim to walk alongside you with compassion and care. I believe each client’s story holds power and potential, and I’m here to help you explore your strengths, values, and the possibilities for change and healing.

MACP, Canadian Certified Counsellor

Desaray Skretting

I believe that therapy should feel like a collaborative and human experience. It is not one-size-fits-all. My approach is warm, curious, and grounded in authenticity. I aim to create a space where clients feel comfortable showing up exactly as they are. I draw from different approaches to help clients better understand their internal experiences, reconnect with their values, and build meaningful change.
With a special background in Agricultural Informed Therapy, I understand the challenges of rural life, where the emphasis on hard work and self-reliance can sometimes lead to emotional struggles of feeling isolated or overlooked. 

Therapeutic Approaches: 
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Strengths-Based Approach
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Desaray's services

Professional Affiliations:
  • Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
  • National Farmer’s Mental Health Alliance (NFMHA) – Certified Agricultural Informed Therapist

Specializations & Services: 
  • Grief & loss (including pet loss)
  • Life transitions
  • Body image concerns
  • Stress & anxiety
  • Self-esteem & identity
  • Relationship challenges
  • Rural & agricultural mental health
  • Women’s mental health
  • Adult eating disorders
  • Professional burnout

Desaray's training

Desaray's areas of service

languages

English
In person: Alberta
Virtual: Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick

Desaray offers support for

  • Individuals & couples
  • Offers in-person, virtual, or hybrid

Desaray's availability

Sundays: 10:30am-3:30pm
Tuesdays: 2pm-8pm
Wednesdays: 1pm-8pm
Thursdays: 1pm-8pm

Accepted Insurance for Direct Billing

Coverage and direct billing depend on your individual plan.

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