Our practice is informed by many years of specialized training and practice in the most effective, evidence based treatments to date. Still, research shows the most important factor in successful therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. Establishing a strong collaborative relationship based on trust, respect and often humour, is central to my commitment as a therapist. Holding the highest standards of practice, Jennifer is committed to supporting self regulation and healing by integrating Somatic Experiencing, Hakomi, EMDR and Play Therapy, depending on needs and interests of clients.

We offer therapeutic counselling for individual adults, families, children and youth struggling with difficulties such as:

Jennifer’s Academic Credentials

• Bachelor of Social Work, University of Calgary

• Master of Social Work, Clinical Specialization, University of Calgary

Associations

• Alberta College of Social Workers, Clinical Registry

• Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute

• Hakomi Institute/Hakomi Edmonton

• EMDR International Association/ EMDR Canada

• Canadian Association for Play Therapy

• The Theraplay Institute

Further Training

• Hakomi Body-Centred Psychotherapy

  *Certified Hakomi Therapist

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) *Certified EMDR Therapist

  • Level 1 and 2, Attachment focussed/somatic/addictions recent events. traumatic grief and loss, preverbal and parts work

• Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy - Advanced

  *Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

• Play Therapy - Level 1, 2 and 3

  *Certified Play Therapist

• Theraplay - Level 1 and 2 - Foundational Theraplay Practition

• EMDR Sandtray Specialist

• EMDR Child Specialist

• EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist

• Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy - Externship

• Emotionally Focused Family Therapy

Jennifer is a registered clinical social worker (MSW) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Certified Hakomi Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, and Certified Play Therapist practicing in Edmonton, Alberta. Her therapy style has grown from experience in mental health settings ranging from in-patient psychiatry to community outpatient care, as well as over a decade of private practice with adults, youth, and children.

Shelby is a registered social worker (MSW) and Therapeutic Play Skills Practitioner practicing in Edmonton, Alberta. She has been working with children, adolescents, and adults over the last 8 years who are struggling with transitions, trauma, addictions, and mental health concerns. Her goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and understood. She believes each individual has the skills and abilities that can assist in their healing process.

SHELBY’S ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor of Social Work, University of Calgary

• Master of Social Work, Clinical Specialization, University of Calgary

ASSOCIATIONS

• Alberta College of Social Workers

• Social Workers Association of Alberta

FURTHER TRAINING

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  Therapeutic Play Skills Practitioner

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

• Solution Focused Therapy