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Amy Wolgemuth
Registered Psychologist
It takes courage to ask for help when life’s challenges become too much to manage on our own. While I believe that we all have the strength and resiliency to overcome whatever obstacles and adversity we may encounter in life, sometimes challenging situations arise that overwhelm our abilities to cope effectively. It is in these times that many of us can benefit from the support of someone who walks with us, helping us to navigate the unfamiliar circumstances. Counselling affords us a confidential and objective space to talk through life's joy, sadness, worry, conflict, trauma, life transitions, and loss.
I believe in the strength of a strong therapeutic relationship, and I bring empathy, authenticity, positivity, and a non-judgmental acceptance to my relationship with my clients. I aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and understanding counselling environment because I find that when we feel heard and valued, we are more likely to grow and thrive. I believe that my clients are the experts of their own lives and I follow their lead providing gentle guidance, skills, and techniques as needed to help connect them with their inner strength and wisdom.
My counselling approach is primarily client-centered, attachment-based, and trauma-informed. I also draw on solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural, narrative, emotionally-focused, and other treatment modalities with an emphasis on self-compassion and positive psychology to help clients reach their goals. I value flexibility in my approach, as each person’s experience is unique. I provide inclusive services to individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities. I would be honoured to walk with you as you achieve your goals and find meaning and purpose in your circumstances.
Therapy Approaches:
educational and professional qualifications
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology - Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Alberta
Registered Psychologist and member in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists and the Canadian Psychological Association.
favorite quote:
“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”
- Brené Brown
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More About My specialties
[ Open All | Close All ]Children
...Through my play-based, child-led approach I support children to recognize and express their emotions, develop positive coping skills, build self-confidence, nurture their curiosity and creativity, and gain resilience. Whether your child is experiencing school challenges, difficulties regulating emotions, having a hard time relating to siblings or peers, or navigating grief and loss, I provide a therapeutic environment that will hold space for all of their emotions. I use a variety of play-based techniques, interactive and creative tools, and cognitive-behavioral strategies to help your child process their experience in a healthy, developmentally appropriate way. Working with children and families has always been a passion of mine. My professional background includes working with hospitalized children and providing support to families of children with cancer. These professional experiences have helped me understand how adverse early childhood experiences can lead to challenges later in life if children are not supported with tools, resources, and a safe environment to process their experience.
Couples
...My role is to help you and your partner better attune to one another, identify and change maladaptive patterns, support your strengths and values, and help you increase comfort and safety within your relationship. We will work together to understand how your early attachment to your caregivers along with your life experiences have shaped you into who you are today. I use the Gottman Method and Emotionally-Focused therapy tools and techniques to help you repair conflict, and foster a healthy, secure attachment with each other.
This talk will educate and support helping professionals by highlighting the importance of self-care. We will examine compassion fatigue and burnout, learn self-care strategies, and develop a self-care plan. Participants will learn useful strategies including how to effectively transition from the workplace into the home environment.