About Tacia
& her approach to therapy
Hi, I'm Tacia, a Registered Provisional Psychologist / Therapist offering counselling & therapy services to individuals in Calgary and virtually across Alberta. ​
I tailor therapy to your needs, offering a collaborative, authentic and compassionate approach, with the ability to gently challenge you when needed to help you see your own capacity for change.
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I use evidence-informed techniques and a down-to-earth approach to create a space where you can be yourself.​
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Life can be overwhelming at times. Therapy gives us space to hear ourselves, unpack what we think and feel, and understand how we want to move through it.
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I'm glad you are here.
Who I work with
I work with individuals across Alberta navigating a wide range of life experiences and emotional landscapes. Whether you're moving through grief, anxiety, emotional overwhelm / stress, trauma/PTSD, chronic pain, relationship or sexual health challenges , or just simply feeling stuck..
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I enjoy working with people who feel things deeply and want to make sense of their inner world. If you’re tired of the emotional rollercoaster, longing for stable connection (with yourself and others), and ready to untangle the past from the present - therapy can help you rewrite the story.
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You’re not broken. What you’ve been through matters, and there are reasons you respond the way you do. Together, we can explore these patterns with care, curiosity, and zero judgment.
I welcome the opportunity to work with people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities, and life experiences​​​​.
​Adult individuals experiencing:
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Complex Trauma & PTSD (childhood trauma, sexual abuse, etc.)
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Relationships, attachment & dating challenges
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Overwhelming emotions/body sensations
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Chronic pain / chronic conditions
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Parenting / co-parenting / caregiver challenges
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Anxiety, stress and burnout
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Depression & sadness
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Sexual health or identity related concerns
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Grief/loss
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Substance use​
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Individuals impacted by family/parental addiction
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Teens / Adolescents (12+) experiencing:
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Social skills / peer relationship challenges
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Stress, anxiety, ADHD
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PTSD
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Chronic pain / chronic conditions
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Grief/loss
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Emotional regulation challenges
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Gender identity/ sexual orientation questions
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Individuals impacted by family/parental addiction
for therapy for kids under 12 years old, please email me to inquire about my capacity
Book a FREE initial consultation call to see if we are a good fit!
Types of therapy offered:
I work from a holistic lens, blending various techniques & training to meet each client’s needs while recognizing that we’re also shaped by the systems, relationships, and environments around us.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
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Attachment-based / Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT)
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Person-Centered / Humanistic
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Play Therapy (with children)
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Solution Focused & Strengths Based
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Somatic Therapy
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Socially Just & Culturally Responsive Counselling​
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​Lifespan Integration
Education, Training, & Experience
Education:
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Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, 2024
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Honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with Embedded Certificate in Mental Well-being and Resilience, 2021
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Diploma in Correctional Studies, 2017
Training & Certifications
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Registered Provisional Psychologist (#P8201) – College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP)
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Human Rights Facilitator Training
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Lifespan Integration- level 1
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Training
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Emotionally-Focussed Therapy
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Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT)
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Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
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​Stress & Stigma - Starlings Community Training
Experience:
​Over the past 10+ years, I’ve worn many hats working with people in clinical, community, academic, and corporate settings. I’ve worked with survivors of sexual violence and childhood trauma, adults involved in the correctional system, teens and parents navigating mental health and relationship challenges, Indigenous youth impacted by the child welfare system, and folks deeply impacted by systems of oppression or violence. I also spent years in the corporate world, directly supporting leaders and HR professionals, an experience that gave me a firsthand understanding of workplace mental health and burnout. All of these roles have shaped the way I show up in this work with flexibility and a deep respect for the complexities of each person’s story.​
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In addition to private practice therapy, I also work in the non-profit sector. I provide counselling services to amazing young moms facing adversity, and advocating for improved systems of support and care for youth and families impacted by the stress and stigma of a parents substance use, work that I am deeply connected to.
The fun stuff:
Outside the therapy room, you’ll find me making pottery/art, traveling, bingeing a good TV series, snuggling my cat, laughing with friends, and more realistically, taking a nap. My friends would probably describe me as funny, caring, and tired, and more importantly, a client once described me as "the literal G.O.A.T" .... (yes, I keep up with the Gen z lingo)
I want to acknowledge and thank the humans who have trusted me to walk alongside them in their most vulnerable moments, your strength, openness, and willingness to share have deeply shaped and inspired me.
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The Space
Located in the beautiful historic Grain Exchange building in Moh'kinstsis (Calgary), the office offers a warm, inviting space with private bathrooms and complimentary coffee and tea, designed by Workshop Studios to help you feel comfortable.
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I am also available in the heart of Inglewood, at Serenity Now Wellness Center for those who prefer a location in the SE of Calgary,
Get in Touch
Location
The Grain Exchange Building
507- 815 1 St SW, Calgary, AB
T2P 1N3
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& virtually across Alberta​
Contact
Hours
please email me to inquire about availability and booking.
For clients of Serenity Now (SNW), please visit my SNW booking page for appointments.
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