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Trauma & PTSD

Healing from trauma or PTSD takes time—and the right support. At Refresh Counselling, we provide safe, expert care to help you process trauma and reclaim a sense of peace and control.

Compassionate Therapy for Trauma & PTSD

Trauma can leave deep emotional scars—affecting how you think, feel, and connect with the world around you. Whether it’s from a single event or ongoing distress, the impact can be overwhelming.

You may have heard:
  • Just move on—it’s in the past.
  • It wasn’t that bad.
  • You should be over it by now.
The truth? Trauma is real, and its effects can last long after the event. At Refresh Counselling, we provide a safe, supportive space to process your experiences, regulate your nervous system, and begin healing at your own pace.
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How Therapy Supports Trauma Recovery

Trauma doesn’t just affect your memory—it can impact your body, relationships, and sense of identity. Therapy offers you a pathway to healing that’s grounded in safety, choice, and empowerment.
At Refresh Counselling, we help you:
  • Process traumatic memories in a safe, structured way
  • Reduce symptoms like flashbacks, panic, or hypervigilance
  • Understand and calm physical responses to triggers
  • Rebuild trust, safety, and emotional regulation
  • Restore self-worth and a sense of peace
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Beside You On Your Journey

We provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and overcome internal or external challenges. Our team of registered Calgary Psychologists and Counsellors are here to walk beside you—offering compassionate care, professional insight, and evidence-based strategies to help you move forward.

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Common Reasons People Seek Counselling

Our clients come to us with a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Boundaries
  • Cancer
  • Cultural Issues
  • Decision-Making
  • Depression
  • Eating Issues
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Fear
  • Guilt
  • Shame
  • Grief & Loss
  • Parenting Issues
  • Perfectionism
  • Phobias
  • Relationships
  • Self-Care
  • Self-Development
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sleep Problems
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Work & Career

Whether you’re dealing with one issue or a mix of interconnected challenges, our therapists help you unpack what’s really going on and create a path forward—rooted in self-awareness, healing, and personal growth.

What to Expect from Your Therapy Journey

Every person’s path is different. Our registered Psychologists and Counsellors use a customized approach to fit your unique situation and goals. While your experience will be your own, many clients find therapy helpful in:

  • Processing past traumas and losses
  • Exploring core emotions and unmet needs
  • Developing healthier thinking patterns
  • Improving emotional regulation and communication
  • Building coping skills and resilience
  • Gaining clarity around identity, values, and direction

Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches We Use

We draw on a range of proven therapeutic models to support your growth, including:

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT): Reshape negative thoughts and build better behaviours
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Understand and express your emotions in healthier ways
  • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT): Identify strengths and set practical, future-focused goals
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Heal from trauma and reduce distress tied to painful memories
  • Building coping skills and resilience
  • Gaining clarity around identity, values, and direction

Why Choose Refresh Counselling?

At Refresh Counselling, we provide high-quality, personalized mental health care that respects your unique story. Our team takes the time to truly understand your challenges and tailor a treatment plan that fits your goals.

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Mental Health Matters

We’re passionate about helping people heal—with genuine care, empathy, and respect for every journey.

Licensed & Certified

You can trust that our therapists are not only qualified but committed to staying informed and improving their practice.

Holistic & Collaborative

Our care is rooted in a holistic view of well-being, nurturing every part of you with the help of our dedicated team.

Specialized Care

With varied specialties, our team tailors care to each client—drawing from approaches like EMDR, CBT, Play Therapy, and more.

Meet the Team

Below is a list of our Therapists who can help navigate and support individual therapy.

Robyn Manzano

MA, Registered Psychologist

Karyn Zuidhof

MA, Registered Psychologist

Stephanie Archer

MC, Registered Psychologist

Sara Alia

MC, Registered Psychologist

Emma Lavoie

MC, Registered Social Worker

Faye Archer Wilson

MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Ray Pan

MC, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Cynthia Baroud

MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Karthika Murthy

MC, MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Shelley Liu

M.Sc, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Katie Laird

MC, Registered Psychologist

Stefani Sulaver

MC, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Shauna Greene

MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Let's Work Together To Reframe And Help Find A Way Forward

Your thoughts don’t have to control you. CBT gives you tools to take charge of your mental health—and we’re here to guide the process.

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Have Questions About Therapy?

Find quick answers about what to expect, how it works, and how to get started with the right therapist for you.
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How will I know if the therapist is right for me?
We offer you a complimentary consultation (a 20-minute session). This provides the opportunity to meet your therapist, ask any questions, understand what future sessions will be like, and ensure that you feel safe and a connection with your psychologist. This also gives us a chance to get to know you a bit and prepare for our next session.
I’m not used to asking for help. Is going to therapy a sign of weakness?

Not at all. Everyone needs help sometimes. You may have had some skills or strengths that you’ve used to deal with challenges before, but for whatever reason, those aren’t working right now. Perhaps what you are dealing with right now feels overwhelming and you are unable to access your past strengths. Through your relationship with your counsellor and the process of therapy, you can explore the challenges you are facing and find your inner strength or develop new skills and strategies to find healing.

Will my sessions be covered by insurance? Do you offer direct billing?

We offer Direct Billing to several different insurance providers. Generally, direct billing is determined by the therapist's designation. Below is a list of the current direct bill breakdowns.

  • All Clinicians direct bill to: Alberta Blue Cross & GreenShield
  • R. (Prov) Psych direct bills to: only Alberta Blue Cross & Greenshield
  • Registered Psychologists direct bills to: Alberta Blue Cross, Greenshield, insurers part of Telus eclaims (Manulife, Canada Life, Desjardins, Industrial Alliance)

If your sessions cannot be direct billed, we will provide you with a receipt you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement, assuming your policy allows for the proper coverage.

Occasionally, some insurance companies ask for a little more information about your therapist to confirm their coverage for services. If that happens, please email our office with the specific information you will require and we will be happy to provide that to you.

(Please note: we cannot guarantee direct billing or insurance coverage - we always recommend confirming coverage with your specific provider)