Dochas Psychological Services

Dochas Psychological Services Dóchas Psych provides counselling and mental health services in Spruce Grove, Alberta.

Whatever life is giving to you, our team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space to walk beside you and help you through it. Practice Philosophy and Mission:
Dóchas was founded on the belief that everyone should feel accepted for who they are in whatever moment they find themselves in. It is our mission to be an educational centre for emerging therapists and the most trusted and respected resource for professional consultation and therapeutic services. Our primary objective is to provide flexible, high quality, multi-disciplinary mental health services to clients within Alberta. We work diligently to make connections with other, non-psychological resources to be able to offer our clients the best supportive care available and to further our education about how to treat mental illness.

How do you support your teenager's journey of self-discovery (without them pushing you away)?1. Spark their curiosity.No...
02/26/2026

How do you support your teenager's journey of self-discovery (without them pushing you away)?

1. Spark their curiosity.
Notice what excites your teen, what drains their energy, and who they feel most comfortable around. Encourage them to lean into the spaces where they can express themselves fully.

2. Tune into their values.
Pay attention to the qualities your teen admires in themselves and others. What seems most important to them right now?

3. Nurture experimentation.
Support your teen in trying new hobbies, sports, or community activities. Taking on challenges helps them discover their strengths and interests and find new friends.

4. Notice the "different hats" they wear.
Teens often try on different roles depending on who they are with. Notice when they might be conforming to expectations versus acting authentically, and reflect together on what it feels like to be themselves.

5. Inspire self-compassion.
Remind your teen that they don't need all the answers right away. It's normal to change interests or opinions, and it takes courage to explore different ways of being!

02/23/2026

Hopefully this storytime makes someone smile!

Here are three ways to regulate your nervous system:1. Sensory SafetyWrap yourself tightly in a heavy, fuzzy blanket. Th...
02/18/2026

Here are three ways to regulate your nervous system:

1. Sensory Safety
Wrap yourself tightly in a heavy, fuzzy blanket. The pressure and texture can help ground you when you feel like you're not in your body.

2. Physiological Safety
Practice grounding breathwork with long exhales. This physically signals your parasympathetic nervous system (your "rest and digest" mode) to kick in and lower your heart rate.

3. Empowered Safety
Take a self-defense class. Reclaiming your physical space and knowing you can protect yourself builds a deep sense of internal safety.

02/16/2026

Go listen to I Am Healing by if you need a little bit of hope on your journey. 🎶

02/12/2026

Meet our Hub for Hope team, who is focused on building resilience in Parkland County through FREE therapy.

02/11/2026

Curious about couples therapy?

Here's what to expect, so you can feel more confident starting the process.

02/09/2026

Happy Monday!

Feeling stuck in your relationship?These journal prompts can help you find clarity before making big relationship decisi...
02/03/2026

Feeling stuck in your relationship?

These journal prompts can help you find clarity before making big relationship decisions:

1. What are you holding onto, and what are you afraid to let go of?

2. Are you in love with your partner, or just their potential?

3. How do you want to feel in your "ideal" relationship? Write down how you currently feel in this relationship, then list how you'd like to feel, ideally.

For the last prompt, read our new blog, link in the comments!

02/02/2026

If you've been feeling lost lately, here's your reminder:

You can get back to yourself.

You can feel hopeful again. ❤️‍🩹

Chasing relationship milestones is killing your connection. Here are 4 reminders to help you trust your own timing:1. Kn...
01/28/2026

Chasing relationship milestones is killing your connection. Here are 4 reminders to help you trust your own timing:

1. Know your own core values.
Are you chasing a specific milestone because it aligns with what you want, or because you think you "should" be there by now? Knowing your values allows you to move with intention rather than just following what you see around you.

2. Regulate your emotions.
When we feel "behind," we tend to rush or panic. Take a moment to pause. Creating space between your fear and your actions helps you respond thoughtfully instead of reacting out of anxiety.

3. Speak your truth, even if it's scary.
It's easy to agree to a timeline just to keep the peace. But meaningful relationships require honesty. Trust yourself enough to set boundaries based on your actual needs, not what others expect of you.

Read the last reminder on our new blog, link in the comments!

01/26/2026

"TURNing it up with Kim Long, When Perfectionism Becomes a Prison" is out now!

This The Universal Radio podcast explored unrealistic expectations, cultural pressures, and how to stop tying your worth to achievement.

🎙️ Link in the comments to listen!

Decision paralysis can be exhausting. Here are 3 reminders to help minimize the pressure of making a decision:1. Decisio...
01/23/2026

Decision paralysis can be exhausting. Here are 3 reminders to help minimize the pressure of making a decision:

1. Decisions are data.
We often freeze because we think a choice will be stuck with us forever. But remember: the worst-case scenario is rarely as bad as you expect. If you make a choice and it doesn't work out, you've gained new information to make your next choice.

2. Changing your mind is allowed!
Imagine training for a marathon and realizing a few months in that you hate running. Quitting is NOT a failure. It's healthy to be flexible. You are allowed to pivot when a decision no longer serves you.

3. Action builds self-confidence.
You can't "think" your way into confidence. By making small choices (even "imperfect" ones), you prove to yourself that you can handle the outcome, whatever it is.

Learn more about breaking the cycle of indecision on our blog, link in the comments.

Address

Spruce Grove, AB

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+17804460300

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