Best Psychologists Self-esteem Calgary Near Me

4worldlovers: Psychotherapy is a form of treatment for psychological or psychiatric problems (e.g., depression, anxiety, anorexia etc.), interpersonal problems (e.g., difficulty trusting others, loss of sexual desire as emotional intimacy deepens) or individual personal problems (e.g., lack of meaning or satisfaction in life, inability to reach achieve to ones potential).


Psychotherapy is “talk therapy” based in a relationship the client forms with a therapist trained to listen intensively to what is said (and not said) in order to facilitate understanding and changes that resolve problems, remove obstacles to achieving ones potential, and improve personal satisfaction and happiness in life.

Dr. Crowhurst offers private therapy sessions for adults in Calgary. Depression, eating disorders, low self-esteem, anxiety and relationship problems are just a few of the issues that he can aid you in overcoming.

Therapy sessions with Dr. Crowhurst are founded on mutual trust and respect so that you will feel comfortable taking an active role in your recovery. Using his unique approach,

Dr. Crowhurst will patiently and effectively help you overcome your difficulties so that you can:

Resolve and overcome the problems that lead to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, low self-esteem and other symptoms and concerns

You can change your life and begin living healthfully and with joy and Dr. Crowhurst can get you there.

Are you constantly preoccupied with your weight and taking drastic measures to avoid gaining weight?

Do you wish that your personal relationships could be more satisfying?

Do you feel a daily sense of panic and it’s impacting your lifestyle?

Psychotherapy, insight-oriented therapies especially, foster change through exploration and understanding of the dynamics underlying ones problems. The goal is to treat the cause, not manage the effect–to cure the “disease” itself, rather than merely suppress the outward symptoms. For this reason, in the course of psychotherapy, there is rarely much need to talk about symptoms once it has been established what they are. They are merely the effects of the problem, and not the problem itself.

Dr. Crowhurst specializes in an “Object Relations” approach to insight-oriented therapy, which holds to a fundamental assumption that all psychological problems can be understood interpersonally. A second assumption is that “what happens anywhere happens everywhere.” From these assumptions, Dr. Crowhurst expects, first, that the problem dynamics clients experience elsewhere in life will be expressed, in some form, in the therapy relationship itself. With this framework in mind, clients will not hear him utter the stereotypic old line “How does it make you feel?” but, instead, they may hear the new stereotypic line “Where else have you felt like this?” exploring how important reactions in therapy have been experienced in other relationships, and what is their origin.

Psychodynamic therapies, such as Object Relations therapy, are unique in their use of the therapy relationship itself as a living laboratory. It is in this “laboratory” that the therapist and client together can observe client problems in action, to analyze those problems, and then create and practice positive changes. Changes first made in the therapy relationship then generalize to other “real” relationships outside of therapy. In Dr. Crowhurst’s experience, this approach to psychotherapy is the most flexible and most effective way to help with the broad ranging problems and symptoms that clients bring to therapy.

It is an approach that brings a deep experience of transformation with lasting results. Unlike other methods, where the effects are typically confined to a specific and limited problem agenda, clients treated with Object Relations therapy typically report unexpected changes in areas in addition to the problem for which therapy was sought. There is no greater delight for a therapist than hearing, for example, that an unsatisfying marriage has been salvaged, even transformed, when it was an (apparently) unrelated claustrophobia for which treatment was sought.

“Ok, doc, like I told you . . . I’m depressed. How do I cope? Give me some strategies to deal with this.”

There are many stereotypes of psychotherapy that are well-known in our culture, yet surprisingly, Canadians are poorly informed about what therapy is actually like. Not a week goes by when Dr. Crowhurst doesn’t hear an appeal similar to the quotation above. It is common to wish that the solutions to life’s problems will turn out to be as effortless as they are profound and transformational.

4worldlovers: My name is Ashley Bishop Lapierre (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist and a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) in Calgary, Alberta. I specialize in providing counselling services for women’s mental health and relationships.

In-person counselling services are available at my NW Calgary office, and virtual counselling services are available for all Alberta residents.

The ‘fit’ between client and counsellor is an important factor in determining the effectiveness of counselling. I invite you to explore this website to learn about me and how we might work together so you can make an informed decision if you think we would be a good ‘fit’.

To book an appointment or schedule a free, 20 minute phone consultation contact me.

Women experience a unique set of stressors. We are moving closer and closer towards equality, but we still live in a patriarchal society and this impacts women’s mental health. We feel the oppression, pressure, and stress as we try to navigate life. These internal and external expectations can show up in everything we do and can dramatically impact our sense of self.

As a specialist in women’s mental health, I hold a special sensitivity to what it means to be a woman in today’s world. Naturally, we all have other identities besides being a woman and we all have different experiences. Counselling looks at what it means to be YOU in this world.

While women’s mental health is my specialty, I do not only work with women. Depending on your concerns, I might be a good fit for men and non-binary people as well. Reach out if you want to discuss if I might be a good fit for you.

I help women who are feeling lost, stuck, defeated, or disconnected overcome their challenges and find a way forward on the path towards mental wellness.

I help couples who are emotionally and physically disconnected, drifting apart, or not communicating reconnect and reignite their spark as they remember why they originally became a couple.

4worldlovers: Southport Psychology is a team of clinical and counselling psychologists conveniently located in South Calgary. Our goal is to offer our clients excellence in psychological assessment and therapy. We strive to combine a well-rounded understanding of psychological theories and research findings with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to every ONE OF OUR CLIENTS.


A good assessment is the starting point of any psychological treatment, but sometimes our clients need more formal and specialized assessment. At Southport Psychology, we have extensive experience in psychological assessment, including the assessment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders and personality disorders. We also provide…

4worldlovers: Dr. Michelle Kincade is the founder and director of Evolve Child Psychology in Calgary, Alberta. Dr. Kincade is a highly trained Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist who offers a wide range of services and welcomes clients of all ages. She established Evolve Child Psychology out of a growing interest for high quality and comprehensive psychological and assessment services for children.

If you are concerned about your child’s emotional well-being or behaviour, we can help you take the steps toward improved functioning.

Like life, sometimes the waves in the ocean are smooth, calm and predictable. At other times, ocean waves can seem huge, chaotic and scary. When things feel overwhelming and insurmountable, we can help you and your child move through these challenges with resilience and flexibility.

When difficulties with learning or attention are getting in the way, we can help to understand and start making things easier.

Whether you have questions about why your child is struggling to learn in school, why they excel in some areas but not in others, or why they may seem unmotivated and bored in the classroom, we can provide important insights as well as recommendations and strategies to help your child learn and develop to their full potential.

Neuropsychology is a specialized field of clinical psychology that focuses on understanding how brain function impacts thinking, behaviour, and emotion.

The functioning of the human brain can be one of the most powerful influences on our behaviour. Working with a pediatric neuropsychologist can help to provide insight about how your child’s functioning may be related to their stage of brain development, or how they may be affected by injuries or disorders involving the brain.

Helping children and teens find BALANCE in a world of powerful digital technology.

Many parents have concerns regarding their child’s use of technology including: their online behaviors, safety and privacy, as well as the amount of time spent using technology. Although there are many benefits to digital technology, children and teens require support and guidance to learn how to use these tools in a way that is most beneficial for them.

4worldlovers: And yet sometimes there are moments when it just doesn’t feel like it. If you are stuck or struggling right now,

Reaching out for support is a sign of your strength and desire to create change.

I would be so pleased to join with you on your adventure of healing and growth. I invite