ART Therapy in Calgary
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) at Refresh Counselling helps individuals experience meaningful relief from distressing memories, anxiety, and emotional patterns—often in fewer sessions—by changing how these experiences are stored and felt.
Find Relief with Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Do certain memories, images, or past experiences still feel like they’re lingering in the background? Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a focused approach to help you shift the narratives tied to those experiences, reduce their impact, and move forward with greater clarity and ease.
You may have heard:
- Try not to think about it.
- That happened years ago—it shouldn’t still bother you.
- You just need to let it go.
The truth? When experiences aren’t fully processed, the narratives we carry about them don’t simply fade—they continue to shape how we think, feel, and respond. ART helps you change how those experiences are held in your mind, so they no longer carry the same emotional weight or influence over your present.
How ART Supports Healing
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a structured, evidence-based approach used to support individuals working through trauma, anxiety, and distressing experiences. It uses guided eye movements and visualization techniques to help the brain reorganize how difficult memories are stored—reducing their intensity and making them easier to live with.
At Refresh Counselling, ART can help you:
- Resolve the lingering impact of distressing memories
- Shift how difficult experiences are held and experienced internally
- Reduce emotional and physical reactions tied to past events
- Quiet intrusive thoughts and recurring mental patterns
- Move forward with a greater sense of clarity, calm, and control
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.
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 EMDR therapists help you unpack what’s really going on and create a personalized path forward, rooted in self-awareness, healing, and long-term 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
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.
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.
Therapists of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Below is a list of our Therapists who offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone
Have Questions About ART?
Find quick answers about what to expect, how it works, and how to get started with the right EMDR therapist for you.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is used to support a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, phobias, and distressing memories. It can also be helpful for intrusive thoughts, emotional triggers, and ongoing stress responses that feel difficult to manage. ART is not limited to major traumatic events—it can also help with experiences that continue to feel “stuck” or unresolved.
ART and EMDR both use eye movements as part of the therapy process and are often used to support trauma and distressing experiences. However, they are different approaches. ART places a strong focus on changing how distressing images and internal experiences are held in the mind, helping reduce their emotional impact more directly. Your therapist can help determine which approach is the best fit for you.
ART is especially effective for concerns where past experiences continue to affect the present. This includes trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief, and recurring distressing memories. Many people find it helpful when they feel like they understand something logically, but their emotional or physical reactions haven’t caught up. ART helps bridge that gap.
Yes, Accelerated Resolution Therapy can be adapted for children and teens. It can be particularly helpful for younger clients who may find it difficult to talk through their experiences in detail. ART allows for a more guided and structured approach, which can feel more manageable and less overwhelming. A therapist can help determine if ART is appropriate based on the child or teen’s age and needs.
ART is considered a brief therapy approach, and some people notice meaningful changes within just a few sessions. However, the number of sessions can vary depending on the concern, the complexity of the experience, and each individual’s goals. Your therapist will work with you to create a plan that feels supportive and realistic.