Denise, MA, BEd
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Personal Information
Fees: $200 per 50 min session
Sessions: In-person & Virtual
Clients:
- Children (5-11)
- Adolescents (12-17)
- Adults
- Couples
- Families
Direct billing may be available for:
- Greenshield
- Humania
- Medavie
- Medic Construction
- SSQ
- SunLife
Clients with coverage from other insurance providers must pay upfront and will receive a receipt for reimbursement.
Please check with your provider to ensure coverage.
About Denise
Since childhood, Denise has always been known to be a problem solver and helper. Her lived, and professional experiences are a mosaic of diverse roles and relationships, including being a second-generation Canadian, Alberta Certified Teacher, behaviour specialist, and parent.
Denise knows firsthand the complexities of navigating a world with a child that has behavioural struggles, a bicultural world, the world of education and everyday interactions. Her heart extends to young adults and adoptive families as they navigate life’s ups and downs and in between. With a warm, understanding spirit, Denise is dedicated to helping her clients find their way, offering a guiding hand informed by a life rich in experiences that many can relate to.
Training & Expertise
Denise's Blog Posts
What DOES child therapy look like?
Therapists that work with children are either trained in a specific type of play therapy or they use therapeutic play techniques. In addition to play based strategies, a therapist may use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and in cases of trauma...
Childhood Behaviour: Rough and Tumble Play
Believe it or not, rough and tumble play is actually ok! Research has shown it is necessary for social awareness, compassion, and cooperation. image from pixabay Children are more body-based – this is how they learn about their world Other benefits include:...
Is my child’s behaviour typical?
image from pixabay The Preschool years can be challenging as this is when children are learning to navigate the world a little more independently from their caregivers. The following behaviours include but are not limited to children aged 3-5 years old: Tantrums...