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As a Registered Psychologist practicing in Calgary, Alberta, she has a passion for working with children, adolescents and families. As a mother of three girls and a Brownie leader, she is particularly interested in creating opportunities for girls where they can gain a deeper understanding of their inner strengths and develop into leaders.
Her passion for children dates back to her choice of profession: twenty years ago she worked towards earning a Degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia while also working full time as a Youth Worker for PLEA Community Services, mentoring young people in the foster care system.
She took her education a degree higher: She completed a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology through The University of Chicago between 2001 and 2004 while also starting her family.
Upon moving to Calgary in 2006, Tasha worked full-time as a counsellor for AADAC (Alberta Alcohol & Drug Abuse Centre) in adolescent drug and alcohol treatment, gaining a deeper understanding of addiction and how it affects the entire family. She reduced to part-time in order to care for her growing family: She worked as a Play Therapist at Discovery House Family Violence Prevention and later The Alex Youth Health Center to focus on supporting young people with Depression, Anxiety and Trauma issues.
In 2010 she started a small private practice while also working towards the highest level of certification available in Alberta: in 2014 she became a Registered Psychologist with the Alberta College of Psychologist and formed her practice Tasha Belix Pyschology Ltd. Tasha is also the founder and Director of B’tween Girls Programs. A therapeutic group offered to girls aged 8-15 who are Super Feelers and need help coping with the stresses of everyday life. B’tween Girls also has an 8-week program offered to school, designed for grades 4,5 & 6. For more information visit www.btweengirls.ca. In addition to all of this Tasha contributes to the mentoring program for girls called Fast and Female. A program where acclaimed female athletes help support young girls and encourage confidence and well being through sporting activities. Last but not least, Tasha is a co-author of a book called ‘What do you do with a feeling’ due to be published in November 2018.
Her passion for children dates back to her choice of profession: twenty years ago she worked towards earning a Degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia while also working full time as a Youth Worker for PLEA Community Services, mentoring young people in the foster care system.
She took her education a degree higher: She completed a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology through The University of Chicago between 2001 and 2004 while also starting her family.
Upon moving to Calgary in 2006, Tasha worked full-time as a counsellor for AADAC (Alberta Alcohol & Drug Abuse Centre) in adolescent drug and alcohol treatment, gaining a deeper understanding of addiction and how it affects the entire family. She reduced to part-time in order to care for her growing family: She worked as a Play Therapist at Discovery House Family Violence Prevention and later The Alex Youth Health Center to focus on supporting young people with Depression, Anxiety and Trauma issues.
In 2010 she started a small private practice while also working towards the highest level of certification available in Alberta: in 2014 she became a Registered Psychologist with the Alberta College of Psychologist and formed her practice Tasha Belix Pyschology Ltd. Tasha is also the founder and Director of B’tween Girls Programs. A therapeutic group offered to girls aged 8-15 who are Super Feelers and need help coping with the stresses of everyday life. B’tween Girls also has an 8-week program offered to school, designed for grades 4,5 & 6. For more information visit www.btweengirls.ca. In addition to all of this Tasha contributes to the mentoring program for girls called Fast and Female. A program where acclaimed female athletes help support young girls and encourage confidence and well being through sporting activities. Last but not least, Tasha is a co-author of a book called ‘What do you do with a feeling’ due to be published in November 2018.
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Joanna moved to Canada 12 years ago as a skilled worker. Leaving her own practice in the UK as a holistic practitioner she followed a varied career path in Marketing and Mutual Funds where she acted as an executive assistance for several financial planners discovering her ability to find order in chaos. Joanna now practices her therapies for fun, treating friends, and is happy to assist Tasha and her team with the fantastic work they do for young people and their families. Joanna can be reached at admin@tashabelix.com.
I’m Mel, a registered psychologist passionately working with children and adolescents, as well as parents seeking to better understand and support them. Deciphering “normal” (or expected) behaviours from unhealthy ones can be difficult. The whole family is impacted when behaviours become concerning, and especially when they have spun out of control.
I started my career as a teacher and for 12 years I taught Grades 6-12 in Canada and overseas. I now provide counselling and consultation services within schools and private practice. I have a keen interest helping those struggling with relationships, transition/change, perfectionism, anxiety, depression and self-harm. My approach is creative, eclectic, and trauma-informed. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).
On a more personal note, when I’m not at work…you can find me walking with my husband, getting creative in the kitchen, enjoying a local music event or travelling to remote places. When I don’t think anyone is watching…you might find me blasting music and dancing for my dog;)
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Malvern is Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Clinical Social Work. Enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families. Malvern espouses the idea that people are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them (Carl Rogers). Malvern draws his treatment approaches from EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy. Malvern has worked for Children Services, Alberta Health Service, Supported Lifestyles, Chicken On the Way (yes way), Home Depot, FedEx and Starchoice (Shaw Direct). He takes pride in having attended 3 universities in Calgary, Why? Just for fun and to discover himself. When not doing therapy, he enjoys riding and shopping for motorcycles, playing soccer, watching the news and cleaning his truck, it's a guy thing (Please don't tell his wife).
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Shelby is a Registered Psychologist and is passionate about working with young people, particularly girls and young women!
Shelby brings a playful, creative energy to her work. As a teen, she trained as a classical singer and spent a lot of time in the theatre, so you could say she has a flair for the dramatic! While completing her undergraduate degree in psychology, Shelby taught dance and singing lessons and discovered her passion for helping young people find their voice. Her experience in working with young people through the expressive arts continues to influence her practice and Shelby has obtained further training in using the arts to facilitate healing from trauma, anxiety, and other challenges young people may face.
While completing her Master of Counselling Psychology, Shelby worked as a Child and Youth Care Counsellor in a treatment program for youth with complex behavioural and mental health challenges. She has since become a program Clinician and continues to work with young people, families, and systems to facilitate healing from trauma, mental health challenges, emotional dysregulation, and other high-risk behavioral concerns.
Shelby believes that authentic emotional expression and connection to others are essential for healing and well-being. In counselling and therapy, Shelby translates this belief into creating a genuine, therapeutic relationship with clients and their families. Using empathy, emotional awareness and expression, and open communication, Shelby aims to empower young people to move from a place of chaos and rigidity to one of integration, freedom, and joy.
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Melissa has always had a passion for learning about the human experience and what drives people’s behaviours. In particular, the impacts and importance of healthy attachments, relationships, and restoring connection to oneself.
Since the completion of her BA degree in Psychology and Master of Arts in Counselling, Melissa now grounds her therapeutic approach in an emotionally focused and insight-based orientation. Her therapeutic work begins with getting curious about what may be underneath the symptoms to get to the root of the concerns. She loves working with teens and provides validation and support while helping them realize their potential and create healthy connections. Melissa also works with parents to help strengthen the parent-child relationship and empower parents to be what their children need.
As a Provisional Psychologist, Melissa is lucky to work alongside a supervisor while attaining her registration hours. When Melissa is not at work, she loves spending quality time with those she loves, getting outside, and curling up at home with a good book on a rainy day.
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