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When you step into our space, whether in person or virtually, know that it has been intentionally prepared for you to pause, exhale, reconnect and sink into yourself. With over 120 years of clinical experience collectively, we are proud to help support you through your healing journey.
Sharla Crowie
MSW, Registered Social Worker (Alberta College of Social Workers)
Sharla offers virtual and in-person therapy for youth and adults.
Specializations: Trauma (including religious abuse), burnout, anxiety, ADHD
Trainings: Certified Acceleration Resolution Therapy Clinician, Basic Training in EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (coaching).
Approach: Client-centered and holistic, considering all aspects of a person’s life for comprehensive care.
Insurance: Direct billing is available with most insurance companies, depending on the individual policy. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Canada Life, Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian, Green Shield Canada, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group Inc., and Manulife.
Availability: Sharla is not accepting new clients for individual therapy. Waitlist is currently 4-6 months.
Patience Owan
MSW, Registered Social Worker (Alberta College of Social Workers)
Patience offers virtual trauma-informed therapy for adults, youth, families, couples, and groups.
Specializations: Addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, trauma, burnout, self-esteem
Therapeutic Approach: Client-centered, utilizing Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, EMDR Basic Training.
Insurance: Direct billing is available with most insurance companies, depending on the individual policy. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Canada Life, Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian, Green Shield Canada, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group Inc., and Manulife.
Availability: Patience is accepting new clients for virtual individual therapy.
Jessica LeClair
MSW, Registered Social Worker (Alberta College of Social Workers)
Jessica provides in-person or virtual therapy for adults, youth, and families.
Specializations: Trauma, substance use, relational stress, toxic relationships, life transitions
Therapeutic Approach: Client-centered, utilizing Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Insurance: Direct billing is available with most insurance companies, depending on the individual policy. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Canada Life, Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian, Green Shield Canada, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group Inc., and Manulife.
Availability: Jessica is accepting new clients for individual therapy.
Emma Mills
Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), Counselling Therapist with ACTA (Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta)
Emma provides in-person or virtual therapy for adults, couples, and adult families.
With over 25 years of experience in both Canada and the UK, Emma provides in-person or virtual therapy for adults and couples.
Specializations: Individual therapy, couples therapy, stress management, personal growth, relationship issues, adult family therapy
Therapeutic Approach: Individualized strategies, including the Gottman Method Couples Therapy for relationships
Insurance: Covered by select insurance companies as a Counselling Therapist: Sun Life, Blue Cross, Medavie, Johnston Group, Equitable Life Canada, Telus Health. (As insurance coverage varies, please confirm with your insurer before attending a session.)
Availability: Emma is accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy.
Donna Smith
Registered Social Worker (Alberta College of Social Workers), Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Clinician, Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator
Donna offers in-person or virtual therapy for adults.
Specializations: Trauma, religious trauma, emotional healing
Therapeutic Approach: Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy Clinician, Brené Brown’s Daring Way™ and Rising Strong™ programs, Religious Trauma Certification.
Insurance: Direct billing is available with most insurance companies, depending on the individual policy. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Canada Life, Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian, Green Shield Canada, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group Inc., and Manulife.
Availability: Donna is accepting new clients for individual therapy.
Bonnie Kelly
Registered Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker, Canadian Certified Counsellor
Bonnie offers in-person or virtual therapy for adults, youth, parents, and families using a person-centered, holistic, and affirming; supports youth with anxiety, fear, and overwhelm.
Specializations: Anxiety, relationships, family dynamics, youth development, parenting, gender, life transitions
Therapeutic Approach: Member of Skipping Stones Trans Affirming Network, Family Group Conferencing, Brain Story Certification, Hi-Fidelity Wraparound, Child and Youth Care Counselling
Insurance: Direct billing is available with select insurance companies, depending on the individual policy. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Canada Life, Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance, Desjardins Insurance, Equitable Life, First Canadian, Green Shield Canada, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group Inc., and Manulife.
Availability: Bonnie is accepting new clients for individual therapy.
Lesley Evans
Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), Clinical Hypnotherapist
Lesley offers in-person or virtual therapy for individuals seeking transformative care.
Specializations: Counselling, Clinical hypnotherapy, CBT, DBT, psychiatric nursing, Akashic Record guidance, Reiki
Approach: Holistic, integrating counselling with hypnotherapy to address subconscious patterns, deep-rooted beliefs, and persistent challenges. Lesley combines over 30 years of experience to offer a unique, warm, and transformative approach to healing, empowering clients to unlock their potential and achieve positive change.
Insurance: Lesley's services are not covered by any insurance providers.
Availability: Lesley is accepting new clients for individual therapy.
Joyelle Gagnon
Customer Experience Specialist
With a friendly voice and a heart for helping, Joyelle is often the first point of contact at Bloom Narratives—and she makes that first impression count.
Whether you're calling or texting to ask a question, book an appointment, or just need a little help navigating the next step, Joyelle is here to ensure you feel supported, seen, and guided with care.
She handles scheduling, responds to inquiries with kindness and clarity, and keeps our client experience running smoothly behind the scenes.
From helping new clients feel at ease to making sure your paperwork is in order, Joyelle ensures the journey toward healing begins with confidence and calm.
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