Child & Youth Therapy
(Ages 2-17)
You are welcome here.
Does your child or teen suffer from anxiety, unexplained tummy aches, difficulties in their peer or family relationships, low self esteem, low mood, or low motivation? Perhaps you have tried giving them the skills they need but feel you are both at the end of your rope. You are not alone. While these are relatively common challenges that our youth face, they do not have to stay stuck there. We are here to help!
How We Can Help
We take a holistic look at how the societal (i.e. social media culture), environmental (living and school environment), developmental, relational, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your life interact with the difficulties you may be facing. Our approach involves building a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship, acknowledging your child or youth’s strengths, and developing clear goals and strategies, all through the use of art and play-based methods. Our ultimate goal is to help your child develop a healthier self confidence in themselves, all the while giving you tools to bolster your family relationships.
** Play Therapy based on Theraplay® Principles
In Theraplay® we target specific therapeutic concerns through a guided parent-child, play-based interaction, followed by a parent review session. Theraplay is an evidence-based model and can be used effectively with both young children and youth!
Specific Areas of Service
ADHD
Anxiety
Attachment concerns
Behavioural concerns
Divorce
Depression
Identity issues
Parent-child conflict
Peer relations / Friendship problems
Self Harm
Self Esteem/Self Concept
Spirituality
Trauma
Meet Your Therapists
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Chanae Smith, R. Psych.
Chanae is a wife and mother that enjoys traveling, eating good food, learning, and playing. Chanae works with children and adults to form healthier relationships within the context of their homes, schools, personal relationships and even in the wider society.
Chanae is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, and is a member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta. With training in areas such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Theraplay Level 1, attachment theory, the neuroscientific perspective, trauma, and intercultural issues, Chanae is equipped to work with both children and adults, and is willing to help you navigate through some of life’s most challenging issues
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Vanessa Siso, R. Psych.
As a psychologist, I am deeply passionate about supporting children and their parents through the myriad of challenges they encounter.
In the counseling room, I strive to establish a sanctuary where safety, confidentiality, and understanding reign supreme, fostering an environment where every individual feels secure, heard, and valued. My commitment goes beyond treating individual kids; it’s about transforming families by equipping parents with the confidence to address the complexities and stresses inherent in raising children, so children are offered better environments where they can thrive.
Vanessa is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, and is a former board member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta. With several specialized trainings and certifications, Vanessa is equipped to support young children, youth and parents in a wide array of areas. Vanessa offers services in both English and Spanish.
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Cassia Tayler, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Cassia enjoys the great outdoors, creativity, the fine arts, travelling, and music, and is passionate about working with teens, individuals and couples in identifying barriers to wellness and creating lasting positive change.
Cassia is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, and is a member of the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada. Cassia has training and experience in areas such as Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), intercultural issues, and Circle of Security - Parenting (COS-P). Cassia will be pursuing training in EMDR to better support clients who have experienced trauma.
Our Rates
Chanae is offering services at $200/50 minutes as per the PAA (Psychologists Association of Alberta) recommended fee schedule.
Cassia is currently offering services at $180/50 minute session as per the PAA (Psychologists Association of Alberta) recommended fee schedule.
For child/adolescent clients, the therapist builds time into the scheduled session for parent/guardian-involvement. Any additional time initiated by parents(s)/guardians (by phone, email, or in person) will be billed in 15-minute increments. An exception to this is when there is a duty to report on behalf of the therapist.
We offer direct billing and receipts for those with insurance coverage. If you do not have insurance coverage and fees are a barrier to accessing our services, please ask us about your options.