I'm dedicated to making a difference in your life.
When I'm not working, you can find me spending time with my family. I have a four-year-old and two-year-old so a lot of my time these days is spent chasing them around, watching episodes of Bluey and trying to tackle the never ending pile of laundry!
I love baking and trying new gluten free recipes, watching reality tv, and taking spin classes at my local spin studio.
I'm dedicated to supporting parents, caregivers, and children alike. Let's navigate your parenting triggers together, creating a more compassionate and connected experience for everyone involved.
* Master of Social Work – Clinical Specialization, University of Calgary
* Registered Social Worker – Alberta College of Social Workers
* EMDRIA – 50 Hour EMDR Basic Training
* EMDR Parent Child Attachment Specialist – Agate Institute
* Play Therapy Certification – Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute
* Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy – Synergetic Play Therapy Institute
* Trauma, Dissociation, and the Body: A Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Approach – Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
* Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Training – Medical University of South Carolina
CREDENTIALS & TRAINING
I LOVE:
Learning about new therapeutic interventions that are grounded in the latest research, so that I can provide you with current, effective and evidence based options.
I KNOW:
The first step to better functioning is regulating the mind and emotions. I'll use my specialized training in various methods to help you explore feelings and experience life in a new way!
I BELIEVE:
There is no “one size fits all” approach to therapy. I strive to be flexible, open and a collaborative partner with you on this journey. It is important to me that you always feel heard, seen and understood during our work together.
Here's how I roll:
I provide an initial 15-minute phone or video consult free of charge to help you to determine if I am the right person to support you, your child, or family.
Please email at mikaealgrigg.counselling@gmail.com or call 587 815 8351 to book or ask any other questions!
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
The next step is scheduling an intake meeting, where we review consent, provide therapy information, address your questions, and discuss challenges, goals, and treatment plans.
Child intake meetings involve parents/caregivers and the therapist to understand the child's history, needs, and concerns for a tailored treatment plan.
For teen counselling with the teen present, contact me for a case-by-case discussion.
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
Payment is due at the time of service – I can accept cash, credit or e-transfer to mikaelagrigg.counselling@gmail.com.
I can directly bill to several insurance providers, including Blue Cross, ASEPB, Canada Life, Canada Life PSHCP, DesJardins, and more via the Telus Health Portal. If your provider doesn't allow direct billing (e.g., SunLife), I'll provide a receipt for reimbursement. Contact your insurance provider or employer for coverage inquiries.
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
I emphasize open communication with parents and encourage kids to share what they learn in counselling.
However, your child's session is their time, with updates given in separate parent sessions for progress, goals, and suggestions. We respect children's confidentiality in counselling, sharing general progress but not specifics without their permission, except for safety concerns, which are immediately communicated.
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
It's important to prepare your child for the session. Here are some tips:
Timing: Choose a calm moment to talk about therapy, avoiding high-stress times.
Explore their knowledge: Ask what they know about therapy to provide accurate information.
Discuss the reason: Explain why therapy would benefit them, focusing on their feelings and needs.
Use age-appropriate language: Tailor your explanation to their understanding, using metaphors if needed.
Normalize therapy: Let them know many children attend counseling, and it's a normal way to get help. Sharing your own experiences can be helpful.
How do I know if we are a good fit?
I’ve decided I want to move forward with booking – what happens next?
How do I pay for my sessions? Do you offer direct billing?
I want you to see my child for counselling – what will our communication look like?
How do I explain the therapy to my child?
What if I need to cancel an appointment?
if you no longer can attend an appointment. Cancellations that occur less than 24 hours may be
charged the full hourly rate.
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