Domain: https://livingwellcounselling.ca Version: 1.3 Last Updated: 2026-04-29 # Living Well Counselling Services > Calgary-based counselling practice with three in-person locations (Kensington, Inglewood, Douglasdale) and online sessions available across Alberta. A team of 16 registered therapists, psychologists, and social workers serving individuals, couples, children, and families. Free 20-minute consultations available. --- ## About the Practice Living Well Counselling Services is a Calgary counselling practice providing mental health therapy to individuals, couples, children, teens, and adults. The practice operates three in-person locations in Calgary and offers online therapy to clients across Alberta. The practice brings together 16 therapists with a range of credentials including registered psychologists, senior registered psychologists, registered social workers, Canadian certified counsellors, and certified professional counsellors. Several therapists offer evening and weekend availability. The team speaks English, Mandarin, Gujarati, and basic French. Sessions are 60 minutes. A free 20-minute initial consultation is available for new clients to discuss their needs and find the right therapist match. --- ## Contact Business: Living Well Counselling Services Phone: 403.695.7911 (call) Phone: 587.579.7911 (call or text) Email: intake@livingwellcounselling.ca Website: https://livingwellcounselling.ca Book free consultation: https://livingwellcounselling.ca/request/ Service area: Calgary, Alberta (in-person); Alberta-wide (online) --- ## Locations Three in-person locations in Calgary: Kensington: 415 14th St NW, Calgary, AB Inglewood: 39-35 Inglewood Park SE, Calgary, AB Douglasdale: 11410 27 St SE, Calgary, AB Online therapy is available to clients across Alberta via secure video sessions. --- ## Services ### Anxiety Counselling Therapy for anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, and health anxiety. Therapists use evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT to help clients manage anxiety symptoms and develop practical coping tools. ### Depression Counselling Therapeutic support for individuals experiencing depression, persistent low mood, and related conditions. Treatment is tailored to each client's situation and may draw on CBT, interpersonal therapy, and other approaches. ### Trauma Therapy Specialized therapy for individuals who have experienced trauma, including PTSD, childhood trauma, and complex trauma. The practice offers EMDR therapy as a specific trauma treatment. ### EMDR Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy for trauma and PTSD. The practice has an EMDRIA Certified Therapist on staff. EMDR is available at the Kensington location and online. ### Couples Counselling Support for couples working through communication difficulties, conflict, trust issues, infidelity, and relationship transitions. Available at all three Calgary locations and online. ### Marriage Counselling Therapy specifically focused on marital relationships, including communication, intimacy, conflict resolution, and rebuilding trust after ruptures. ### Children's Counselling Specialized counselling for children facing emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges. Therapists experienced with children use age-appropriate approaches to help young clients and support their families. ### Addiction Counselling Support for individuals dealing with substance use, behavioural addictions, and recovery. Counselling addresses underlying mental health factors and practical strategies for maintaining sobriety. ### Eating Disorders Counselling Therapy for individuals with eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and disordered eating patterns. Treatment addresses both the psychological and emotional dimensions of eating disorders. ### Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) CBT is an evidence-based therapy that identifies and changes unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. It is effective for anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and a wide range of mental health conditions. Available with multiple therapists at the practice. ### Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) DBT focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is particularly useful for clients with intense emotions, self-harm behaviours, or borderline personality disorder. ### Mental Health Counselling General mental health therapy for clients dealing with stress, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, and personal development goals. ### Christian Counselling Faith-integrated counselling for clients who want their Christian beliefs incorporated into the therapeutic process. Available with therapists trained in Christian counselling approaches. ### Clinical Psychologist Services Services provided by registered psychologists and senior registered psychologists for assessment, diagnosis, and therapy. Suitable for clients seeking psychologist-level care. ### Burnout Counselling Therapy focused on recovery from burnout caused by workplace stress, caregiving demands, or prolonged overload. Addresses both symptoms and root causes. ### Assertiveness Skills Skill-building counselling for clients who want to develop assertiveness in personal, professional, or social contexts. ### Self-Harm and Cutting Support for individuals who engage in self-harm or cutting. Therapists provide a safe, non-judgmental space and evidence-based approaches to address underlying distress. ### Online Counselling Secure video therapy for clients across Alberta who prefer remote sessions or cannot access in-person locations. All services available in person are also available online. --- ## Therapists The practice has 16 therapists. Full profiles available at https://livingwellcounselling.ca/our-therapists/ Samira Zabian, MSc Credential: Registered Provisional Psychologist Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Emily Zhang, MACP Credential: Canadian Certified Counsellor Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday afternoons, evenings, and Sundays Languages: English, basic Mandarin, basic French Shannon Baustad, MC Credential: Senior Registered Psychologist Location: Online only Availability: Weekday daytime Languages: English Jacqueline Van Starkenburg, MACP Credential: Registered Psychologist Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Nicole Ward, BSW, MSW, RSW Credential: Registered Social Worker Location: Inglewood, Kensington, and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Sundays Languages: English Casey Boda, MACP Credential: Canadian Certified Counsellor Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Long Zhou, MACP Credential: Registered Psychologist Location: Kensington and online Availability: Sundays Languages: English and Mandarin Katherine Jarrell, MSW, RSW Credential: Senior Registered Social Worker Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Nicola Kassier, MTh Credential: Certified Professional Counsellor Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Carrie-Lee Gibson, MACP Credential: Senior Canadian Certified Counsellor Location: Inglewood and online Availability: Weekday daytime Languages: English Heather Nolin, MC, EMDRIA Certified Therapist Credential: Senior Registered Psychologist Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday daytime, evenings, and Saturdays Languages: English Julia Morrow, BA, MSW Credential: Registered Social Worker Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday afternoons and evenings Languages: English Aziza Giga-Hirji, MSW, RSW Credential: Senior Registered Social Worker Location: Online only Availability: Weekday daytime Languages: English and Gujarati Jennifer Dawn Watts, MA Credential: Senior Certified Professional Counsellor Location: Inglewood and online Availability: Inquire directly Languages: English Rochelle Hughes, BA, MSW, RSW Credential: Registered Social Worker Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday evenings and weekends Languages: English Inna Avenido, MACP Credential: Registered Provisional Psychologist Location: Kensington and online Availability: Weekday afternoons, evenings, and weekends Languages: English --- ## Rates and Booking Session fees are listed at https://livingwellcounselling.ca/rates/ A free 20-minute consultation is available for new clients. Book at https://livingwellcounselling.ca/request/ Sessions are 60 minutes. --- ## FAQ What happens in the free consultation? The free 20-minute consultation is an opportunity for a new client to speak with a therapist, describe what they are looking for, and determine if the therapist is a good fit. There is no obligation to book a full session. Do you offer online therapy? Yes. Online counselling is available to clients across Alberta via secure video. All services offered in person are also available online. How long are sessions? Sessions are 60 minutes. Can I choose my own therapist? Yes. Clients can review therapist profiles at livingwellcounselling.ca/our-therapists and request a specific therapist when booking. Do you see children? Yes. The practice offers specialized children's counselling with therapists experienced in working with young clients. What languages are available? Therapists at the practice speak English, Mandarin, Gujarati, and basic French. --- ## Specialized Topics - Infidelity: Counselling for individuals and couples dealing with the aftermath of infidelity - Forgiveness: Therapeutic support for working through forgiveness in relationships and personal growth - Dating: Guidance on dating, attachment, and building healthy relationships - Narcissism and Narcissistic Relationships: Resources and counselling for clients dealing with narcissistic behaviour in relationships --- ## What This Practice Does Not Offer Living Well Counselling does not provide psychiatric services, medication management, psychological assessment for legal or disability purposes, or crisis intervention. For mental health emergencies, clients should contact the Alberta Mental Health Helpline at 1-877-303-2642 or call 911. --- ## Blog Mental health articles, therapy guides, and wellness resources at https://livingwellcounselling.ca/blog/