Alliance Counselling and Assessment

Alliance Counselling and Assessment Here to support you using evidence-based counselling approaches and psychological assessments.

Alliance Counselling and Assessment is a non-profit mental health organization committed to making counselling and psychological assessment services accessible to all individuals, regardless of financial barriers or insurance coverage. We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health care. Through ongoing fundraising efforts, we can subsidize session fees, ensuring that our clients receive professional support while our therapists are fairly compensated. Our diverse team includes experienced registered therapists, provisional psychologists, Canadian Certified Counsellors, mental health therapists, and graduate students, all of whom bring a wealth of training and clinical expertise. At Alliance, we are proud to offer a welcoming, inclusive, and client-centred environment where mental health support is both affordable and effective.

🔄 Unlearning Hustle CultureNot every season of life is meant to be productive.Rest isn’t a reward , it’s a requirement.I...
02/19/2026

🔄 Unlearning Hustle Culture

Not every season of life is meant to be productive.
Rest isn’t a reward , it’s a requirement.
If your body is asking for slowness today, that’s wisdom, not weakness.
You don’t need to earn your right to pause.


🧩Invisible Cognitive LoadThe mental load you carry; planning, remembering, anticipating, worrying — is real work.Even wh...
02/18/2026

🧩Invisible Cognitive Load

The mental load you carry; planning, remembering, anticipating, worrying — is real work.

Even when no one sees it.
If you feel tired, it’s not “in your head.”
It’s the weight of everything you manage quietly.
You deserve rest, not guilt.

🌱Mental Health and Weather WhiplashAlberta’s rapid weather swings affect mood, energy, and stress levels more than peopl...
02/18/2026

🌱Mental Health and Weather Whiplash

Alberta’s rapid weather swings affect mood, energy, and stress levels more than people realize.

Alberta’s weather can shift seasons in a single day ,and our bodies feel it.

If you’re more tired, tense, or unfocused during sudden temperature or light changes, that’s a real physiological response, not a personal failure.
Be gentle with yourself as your system adjusts.

🌿 Sunday Reflection: Safety Is the Soil Where Healing GrowsAs Psychology Month continues, let’s take a quiet moment to r...
02/16/2026

🌿 Sunday Reflection: Safety Is the Soil Where Healing Grows

As Psychology Month continues, let’s take a quiet moment to reflect on what makes healing possible.

It’s not just therapy. It’s not just diagnosis.
It’s safety , the kind that says:
- “You’re allowed to feel.”
- “You don’t have to hide.”
- “You’re not alone.”

In Alberta, where so many carry invisible weight, emotional safety is more than a concept , it’s a lifeline.
This Sunday, let’s recommit to creating spaces where people feel safe enough to speak, rest, and begin again.

💚 This Valentine’s Day, Let’s Talk About Self-WorthLove isn’t just romantic. It’s also about how we treat ourselves , es...
02/15/2026

💚 This Valentine’s Day, Let’s Talk About Self-Worth

Love isn’t just romantic. It’s also about how we treat ourselves , especially when things feel heavy.

Today, we invite you to reflect on:
- The boundaries you deserve
- The rest you’re allowed to take
- The voice inside you that says, “I matter”

In a world that often demands perfection, choosing self-compassion is a radical act.
You don’t have to earn rest. You don’t have to prove your worth. You already have it.
Let’s keep building a culture where love includes dignity, safety, and care — for ourselves and each other.

đź’¬ Psychology Month Spotlight: Why Listening Is a Radical ActFebruary is Psychology Month in Canada; a time to reflect on...
02/13/2026

đź’¬ Psychology Month Spotlight: Why Listening Is a Radical Act

February is Psychology Month in Canada; a time to reflect on how mental health care shapes lives, communities, and futures.

Today, let’s highlight something simple but powerful: listening.
In a world that often rushes to respond, fix, or judge, listening without interruption is a radical act of care. It says:
- “You matter.”
- “Your story deserves space.”
- “You don’t have to carry this alone.”

Whether you’re a caregiver, clinician, friend, or advocate — listening is one of the most healing tools we have.
Let’s keep creating spaces where people feel heard, not hurried.

🌿 Creating Safe Spaces Matters More Than EverIn a world that feels increasingly loud, divided, and overwhelming, safe sp...
02/12/2026

🌿 Creating Safe Spaces Matters More Than Ever

In a world that feels increasingly loud, divided, and overwhelming, safe spaces aren’t a luxury , they’re a necessity. Every person deserves somewhere they can breathe, be heard, and exist without judgment.

Safe spaces don’t require perfection. They require:
- Listening without trying to fix
- Respecting boundaries
- Honouring lived experiences
- Showing up with empathy, not assumptions

When we create environments where people feel seen and supported, we’re not just helping individuals , we’re strengthening our communities. Especially here in Alberta, where so many are carrying heavy stories, choosing compassion is a powerful act of care.

Let’s keep building spaces where people can show up as they are, not as they think they need to be.
Because safety isn’t just about protection , it’s about belonging.


🌿 Join Us in Making Mental Health Care More AccessibleOur community is stronger when we support one another , and that’s...
02/12/2026

🌿 Join Us in Making Mental Health Care More Accessible

Our community is stronger when we support one another , and that’s exactly what our nonprofit is here to do. If you believe in compassion, accessibility, and creating real change for Albertans, we’d love to have you be part of our work.

Whether you’re looking to volunteer, collaborate, or simply learn more, your involvement helps us expand safe, stigma‑free mental health support for those who need it most.

Together, we can build a province where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued.
Learn more or get involved here: https://www.alliancepsych.ca/join-our-board

When Winter Friendships Go QuietIt’s not always distance.It’s not always disinterest.Sometimes, people go quiet because ...
02/11/2026

When Winter Friendships Go Quiet

It’s not always distance.
It’s not always disinterest.

Sometimes, people go quiet because they’re overwhelmed.
Seasonal isolation is real , especially in Alberta’s long winters.

The cold, the dark, the stress , it can make connection feel harder than usual.
If a friendship has gone quiet, it doesn’t mean it’s gone.
It might just need a gentle nudge.

Try:
- Sending a simple “thinking of you”
- Sharing a memory or photo
- Reaching out without pressure or expectation
Connection doesn’t need to be loud.
It just needs to be kind.

When Anxiety Looks Like “Doing Fine”Some Albertans keep showing up ; at work, at school, at home — while quietly struggl...
02/11/2026

When Anxiety Looks Like “Doing Fine”

Some Albertans keep showing up ; at work, at school, at home — while quietly struggling.

They meet deadlines. They smile. They push through.
And inside, they’re exhausted.

This is functional anxiety:
- The kind that hides behind productivity
- The kind that says “I’m just tired” when it’s actually panic
- The kind that gets overlooked because it doesn’t “look like” distress

You don’t have to wait until you break to deserve support.
Distress is valid , even when it’s invisible.
Let’s make space for the cracks beneath the surface.
Let’s choose compassion over assumptions.

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Micro‑Rest: The Power of a 2‑Minute PauseNot all rest needs to be long, planned, or perfect.Your nervous system responds...
02/10/2026

Micro‑Rest: The Power of a 2‑Minute Pause

Not all rest needs to be long, planned, or perfect.
Your nervous system responds to even the smallest moments of stillness.
A 2‑minute micro‑rest can help your body shift out of stress mode and back into balance.

It might look like:
- Closing your eyes and taking three slow breaths
- Letting your shoulders drop while you sit in silence
- Staring at something calming , like ripples moving across still water
- Pausing between tasks instead of pushing through
These tiny resets aren’t laziness. They’re maintenance.
Your mind deserves care in small, sustainable doses.

Breaking generational patterns is brave work, but it’s also heavy work.Being the first in your family to choose healing ...
02/08/2026

Breaking generational patterns is brave work, but it’s also heavy work.

Being the first in your family to choose healing can feel isolating, confusing, and emotionally exhausting. You’re carrying the weight of what previous generations couldn’t face, while trying to build something healthier for yourself and those who come after you.

Many Albertans are navigating this journey alone.
And even when it’s the right path, it can come with guilt, grief, and moments of wondering if you’re “doing the right thing.”
If this is you, your courage matters.
You’re not failing , you’re transforming.
And transformation is rarely gentle.
You deserve support, rest, and spaces where your story is believed.

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11808 St. Albert Trail
Edmonton, AB
T5L4G4

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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