Nova Psychology

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Nova Psychology is a brand new premier psychological service provider and fully licensed private practice committed to offering the most elevated and leading-edge mental health services to our clients in the southwest Edmonton area and surrounding communities. Our practice will offer our clients (individuals, couples, families, and children) a full suite of mental health and psychological services

including a specialty in utilizing the most up to date, ethically sound, and evidence-based modalities and assessments to support each individual’s journey towards health and wellness.

04/25/2026

Kerry and Malisa on Boundaries, Part Three: Rest as a Form of Boundaries

In this part of the conversation, Kerry and Malisa expand the idea of boundaries beyond just what we say to others and into how we care for ourselves.

They explore the concept that rest is not one-dimensional. It is not only about sleep. True restoration includes mental rest, emotional rest, sensory rest, creative rest, and more. When these forms of rest are neglected, the body and mind begin to signal it through stress, overwhelm, and eventually burnout.

They also reflect on how our ability to set boundaries is often shaped early in life. Expectations around roles, responsibilities, and identity can make it difficult to recognize our limits, let alone express them. Over time, this can lead to pushing past our capacity until exhaustion forces us to stop.

This conversation is a reminder that boundaries are not only about protecting your time and energy from others. They are also about giving yourself permission to rest in ways that truly restore you.

🎧 Watch Part Three as Kerry and Malisa explore the connection between rest, burnout, and the boundaries we often overlook.

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You can’t control everything.But you can control how you respond to it.When life feels overwhelming, the shift isn’t abo...
04/19/2026

You can’t control everything.
But you can control how you respond to it.

When life feels overwhelming, the shift isn’t about doing more… it’s about grounding yourself in what’s actually within your reach.

At Nova, we work with clients to gently reframe that focus:

✨ Coming back to the present instead of spiraling into “what ifs”
✨ Setting small, achievable goals that rebuild momentum
✨ Creating structure in moments that feel uncertain
✨ Building habits that support a more steady, positive mindset

Because real progress doesn’t come from trying to control everything.
It comes from learning where your power actually is.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, anxious, or out of control, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📲 Ready to feel more grounded?
📞 (780) 453-9816
📧 info@novapsychology.ca
🔗 Link in bio to book your session

04/17/2026

Nothing feels better than this…

That moment when your mind feels quieter.
When your body softens.
When something that once felt heavy no longer holds the same weight.

At Nova Psychology, EMDR therapy helps you process experiences that feel stuck, so you can move forward with more clarity, calm, and control. It is not about forgetting what happened. It is about changing how it lives within you.

For many clients, healing is not always loud or obvious. Sometimes it is subtle. A lighter feeling. A deeper breath. A sense of peace you have not felt in a while.

If you are ready to feel that shift, we are here to support you every step of the way.

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Meet Lida Vatanpour — Registered Provisional Psychologist at Nova PsychologyLida brings a compassionate, client-centered...
04/15/2026

Meet Lida Vatanpour — Registered Provisional Psychologist at Nova Psychology

Lida brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, creating a space where individuals, couples, and families feel supported, understood, and empowered in their journey. With a background in neuroscience and counselling, she integrates both insight and empathy to help clients better understand themselves and their experiences. 

Her work is rooted in collaboration, guiding clients through challenges with care, curiosity, and a focus on meaningful growth. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, or life transitions, Lida offers a thoughtful space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. 

At Nova Psychology, we are proud to have therapists like Lida who are deeply committed to creating safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive care for every individual.

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04/14/2026

Kerry and Malisa on Boundaries, Part Two: Building Bridges, Not Walls

In this part of the conversation, Kerry and Malisa shift how we think about boundaries. Many people view boundaries as walls. Something that creates distance, cuts people off, or limits connection. But in reality, healthy boundaries are not about shutting people out. They are about creating safer, more honest ways to stay connected.

They explore how boundaries can also exist around information. What you choose to share, who you trust, and what you keep private. Not everything has to be given to everyone, and learning that can be an important part of protecting your energy and sense of self.

A powerful reframe they discuss is this. Boundaries are not rejection. They are protection. Not just for you, but for the relationship itself. When boundaries are not in place, resentment can quietly build. But when they are communicated clearly, they create space for healthier, more sustainable connection.

They also highlight something many people overlook. Boundaries do not start with others. They start with you. Understanding your limits, your needs, and your capacity is the first step before expressing them outwardly.

🎧 Watch Part Two as Kerry and Malisa break down how boundaries can strengthen connection rather than create distance.

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Stress does not just come and go. It builds, loops, and lingers in the body in ways we often do not realize.When stress ...
04/09/2026

Stress does not just come and go. It builds, loops, and lingers in the body in ways we often do not realize.

When stress levels stay high, the body becomes more sensitive. Small things begin to feel overwhelming. The nervous system stays activated. Stress hormones continue to circulate, making it harder to slow down, rest, or feel at ease.

Over time, this can begin to affect sleep. Nights feel restless. Sleep becomes disrupted. And without proper rest, the body has less capacity to recover, causing the cycle to continue.

This is not a lack of discipline or willpower. It is your body trying to protect you, even when it feels exhausting.

At Nova Psychology, we help you understand this cycle and gently work to interrupt it. Through therapy, you can learn how to regulate your nervous system, rebuild healthy sleep patterns, and create space for your mind and body to recover.

You do not have to stay stuck in the cycle. With the right support, it is possible to feel grounded, rested, and more in control again.

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Happy Easter from all of us at Nova Psychology! This season is often associated with renewal, hope, and new beginnings. ...
04/06/2026

Happy Easter from all of us at Nova Psychology!

This season is often associated with renewal, hope, and new beginnings. A quiet reminder that even after the heaviest seasons, growth is still possible. That healing can take shape in small, meaningful ways.

Whether today feels joyful, reflective, or somewhere in between, we hope you allow yourself to move through it with gentleness. There is no one way to experience a day like this. Only your way.

At Nova, we believe in honoring where you are while supporting where you’re going. New beginnings do not have to be perfect. They just need space to begin.

Wishing you moments of peace, connection, and renewal this Easter! 🐣

04/03/2026

Every relationship carries its own rhythm. Moments where connection feels natural and effortless, and moments where distance quietly grows without either person fully understanding why.

Often, it is not the big conflicts that create that distance. It is what goes unspoken over time. The thoughts held back, the feelings left unexpressed, the small disconnects that slowly build into something heavier.

Reconnection does not happen by chance. It happens when there is space to slow down, to listen differently, and to understand what each person is truly experiencing beneath the surface. A space where both people feel safe enough to be honest, and supported enough to work through it together.

At Nova Psychology, couples therapy is designed to offer that space. Our therapists help you navigate communication, rebuild trust, and create a deeper sense of understanding so you can move forward with intention rather than frustration.

If you feel like something has shifted in your relationship, you do not have to figure it out alone.

📞 Call: 780-453-9816
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04/01/2026

Reconnecting in a Digital World…

We are more connected than ever, yet many people feel increasingly distant from themselves and from others. Screens fill the quiet moments. At dinner tables, on transit, before bed, and even in spaces meant for rest, it becomes easy to reach for a device instead of being present.

Over time, these habits can create a subtle sense of disconnection. Conversations feel shorter. Attention feels divided. And moments that could bring connection are often replaced with scrolling, checking, and constant stimulation.

This conversation explores how we can begin to step back from these patterns. Not by removing technology completely, but by becoming more intentional with how we use it. Small shifts can help us reconnect with our thoughts, our relationships, and the world around us.

At Nova Psychology, we support individuals in building healthier relationships with technology and finding ways to feel more present, grounded, and connected in their everyday lives.

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📧 Email: info@novapsychology.ca
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03/28/2026

Kerry and Malisa on Boundaries, Part One

Why does setting boundaries feel so uncomfortable for so many people?

In this conversation, Kerry and Malisa begin unpacking a common misconception. Many people think boundaries only exist in difficult conversations, where you have to speak up, push back, or confront someone directly. But boundaries are far more nuanced than that.

They explore how boundaries show up in different areas of our lives. Physical boundaries around space and touch. Mental boundaries tied to our values and beliefs. Emotional boundaries that help us understand where we end and others begin. And the ability to stay grounded without absorbing the energy, pressure, or expectations of those around us.

For many, the challenge is not just setting boundaries. It is recognizing them in the first place and feeling safe enough to honor them.

🎧 Watch Part One as Kerry and Malisa break down the different types of boundaries and why learning to understand them is the first step toward protecting your energy and sense of self.

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Stress and burnout often get used interchangeably—but they don’t feel the same, and they don’t require the same support....
03/25/2026

Stress and burnout often get used interchangeably—but they don’t feel the same, and they don’t require the same support.

Stress tends to show up as overwhelm. Your mind is racing, your body is activated, and you feel like you’re constantly “on.”
Burnout is different. It’s the point where that activation turns into depletion—where motivation fades, disconnection sets in, and even simple things feel heavy.

Both can impact your sleep, energy, and overall well-being. But recognizing the difference is what allows you to respond in a way that actually helps.

If you’ve been pushing through, feeling off, or not quite like yourself lately—there’s a reason. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

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Support starts with understanding what you’re experiencing—and giving yourself permission to address it.

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