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    Counselling services in Edmonton, Alberta — Patterson Counselling

    Online Trauma Therapy & Counselling for Edmonton

    Edmonton adults can access trauma therapy, PTSD treatment, anxiety and depression counselling, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) through secure online sessions with a Registered Psychologist and ART Master Practitioner based in Red Deer.

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    Why Online Therapy Works Well for Edmonton

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    Residents in Mill Woods, Windermere, or Clareview may be 45 minutes or more from a specialist on the other side of the city. Adults in established neighbourhoods like Oliver, Strathcona, or Bonnie Doon often report long wait times for local psychologists.

    Online sessions let you work from a quiet room in your home. No commute, no parking fees, no rearranging your entire afternoon. This format is practical for parents, shift workers near Refinery Row, University of Alberta students and staff, and anyone whose schedule does not bend easily.

    What We Help Edmonton Clients With

    The practice works with adults dealing with trauma and childhood trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD, anxiety and panic, depression, and stress that has compounded over time.

    Edmonton's diverse population includes newcomers, veterans, healthcare workers, and trades professionals who all carry different types of stress and trauma. Residents near Royal Alexandra Hospital, the Ice District, or suburban communities like Summerside and Griesbach may find this practice after trying other approaches first.

    The primary therapeutic approach is Accelerated Resolution Therapy, which is recognized as evidence-based by the Society of Clinical Psychology (APA Division 12). ART uses guided eye movements to change how the brain stores distressing memories. You do not need to describe the trauma in detail. Most clients see meaningful change within one to six sessions.

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    Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression in Edmonton's Working Population

    Online therapy session for C-PTSD treatment

    Edmonton's economy leans on healthcare, government, construction, and energy. Each of those sectors carries unique pressures: exposure to suffering, bureaucratic demands, physical danger, or long rotations away from family.

    Adults in Leduc County, Nisku, or Fort Saskatchewan who commute into Edmonton for work often carry stress from both the job and the drive. Trauma-informed therapy and individual psychotherapy are designed to address the root of the distress, not just manage symptoms. Online access means you can schedule around shifts, travel schedules, or family demands.

    Connecting with the Practice from Edmonton

    The office is in Red Deer, about 90 minutes south on the QEII Highway. Edmonton clients primarily use secure online sessions. Some from south Edmonton, Beaumont, or Leduc choose to drive to Red Deer for occasional in-person sessions.

    Sessions with a Registered Psychologist are covered by most extended health plans. No referral from your Edmonton family doctor is required. Visit the Fees for Services page for coverage details.

    Getting Started Does Not Have to Be Complicated

    A free 20-minute phone consultation helps you understand if working together feels right. You do not need a diagnosis or a clear explanation of what happened.

    Many Edmonton residents in Ritchie, Glenora, or Castledowns reach out after thinking about it for months. The first step is the hardest. Everything after that gets easier.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Online sessions are conducted over secure video. No travel required.

    Ready to Take the First Step?

    A free 20-minute phone consultation can help you figure out if working together is the right fit.

    Not Sure Where to Start?

    Book a complimentary 20-minute phone call. You can ask questions, share a little about what you're going through, and find out if we're a good fit — with no pressure and no commitment.

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