Family Counselling in Calgary
Refresh Counselling offers family counselling in Calgary to help families navigate challenges together. Whether you’re facing communication struggles, conflict, or life transitions, our experienced family therapists provide compassionate support. We also offer online family counselling across Alberta for flexible access to care.
Helping Families Communicate, Heal, and Grow
Is your family facing challenges with communication, respect, or conflict? Family dynamics can be complex, and navigating different needs and perspectives isn’t always easy. Our family therapists are here to help you.
You may have heard:
- Improve Communication: Learn healthier ways to talk, listen, and understand one another.
- Heal Together: Work through conflict, hurt, and life’s challenges in a safe, supportive space.
- Grow Stronger: Build trust, connection, and resilience as a family.
Refresh Counselling is committed to supporting families so they can grow together with the common goal of working towards functional, supportive, and uplifting family relationships.
How Family Counselling Helps You Cope And Rebuild
Whether facing early tension or deep-rooted conflict, Family Counselling can help improve communication, resolve issues, and strengthen your family’s foundation.
At Refresh Counselling, we help you:
- Rebuild trust when relationships feel strained or distant.
- Create a stronger support system within the family.
- Address patterns that may be keeping the family stuck.
- Foster understanding across generations between parents, teens, and children.
- Build resilience to handle stress, setbacks, or future challenges together.
- Encourage positive family routines that promote harmony and connection at home.
Beside You On Your Journey
We provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where your family can explore emotions, heal from past wounds, and overcome internal or external challenges. Our team of registered Calgary family therapists, Psychologists and Counsellors offer 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 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
Whether it’s your first time in therapy or you’re returning to it, we want the process to feel supportive, clear, and tailored to you. Our online counselling sessions are designed to be as personal and effective as in-person care, offering flexibility without compromising connection or progress. From the moment you book to each session you attend, you’re met with empathy, professionalism, and a focus on what matters most: your growth and well-being.
- A safe, judgment-free space to talk
- A personalized therapy plan based on your goals
- Tools and strategies to use in everyday life
- Flexible scheduling that fits your routine
- Regular check-ins to track progress
- Compassionate support every step of the way
What Families Can Work On in Therapy
Family counselling provides a safe space to explore challenges and strengthen your relationships. Together, you’ll learn to understand each other better and create healthier patterns.
At Refresh Counselling, families often work on:
- Improving everyday communication and listening skills
- Resolving ongoing conflicts in a healthy way
- Supporting children or teens through difficult stages
- Coping with major transitions and changes
- Rebuilding trust, respect, and emotional connection
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 family counsellors are not only qualified but with best practices to better help families.
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 for Family Therapy
Below is a list of our Therapists who can help navigate and support individual therapy.
Sara Alia
MC, Registered Psychologist
Emma Lavoie
MC, Registered Social Worker
Faye Archer Wilson
MA, Registered Psychologist
Karthika Murthy
MC, MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist
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Have Questions About Family Counselling?
Find quick answers about what to expect, how it works, and how to get started with the right family therapist for you.
Family counselling can help with communication problems, conflict, parenting challenges, behaviour issues, grief, blended family changes, and more. Our family therapists support families to understand each other better and work toward harmony at home.
Yes. Our therapists support children, teens, and parents through tough emotions, conflict, and behaviour concerns so families grow closer and stronger together.
Absolutely. Parenting stress and teen transitions can affect the entire family system. We support you in navigating behaviour concerns, school stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions while strengthening trust and understanding at home.
Yes. When one family member is hurting, everyone feels the impact. Family therapy helps you work as a team, supporting mental health together instead of facing challenges alone.
Every family has their own pace. Some families notice positive changes within a few sessions, while others continue longer to work on deeper patterns and family dynamics. Together, we set goals and regularly review progress so therapy always feels meaningful.
Yes. Many families seek support when two households and different parenting styles combine. Family counselling can help you navigate boundaries, roles, and trust as your family grows into a new chapter.