Online trauma and PTSD therapy in Alberta
If painful experiences continue to affect your sleep, work, relationships or sense of safety, you can ask about trauma-focused support. We provide therapy by secure video for people who are physically in Alberta during sessions.
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Marissa Whalley, R.Psych, works with trauma and PTSD alongside anxiety, relationship issues and stress. She sees individuals aged 16 and older and is an EMDR Therapist. Her fee is $235 per 50-minute individual session. Ask about current openings.
Kyle Poon, R.Psych, focuses on EMDR and trauma, including complex trauma, dissociation, first responders, Veterans, military members and BIPOC clients. He sees adults and is an EMDRIA Approved Trainer and Consultant. His fee is $250 per 50-minute individual session. Ask about his current waitlist.
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You do not need to be certain about a diagnosis
You can ask for support with distress connected to an experience without deciding for yourself whether it meets the criteria for PTSD. Assessment helps clarify your concerns and the treatment options.
Tell your psychologist about symptoms such as unwanted memories, nightmares, avoidance, feeling constantly on guard, or feeling disconnected. These experiences can have different causes and are considered in context.
How EMDR may fit your treatment
EMDR is a structured psychotherapy used to treat PTSD. It involves working with distressing memories while engaging in activities such as eye movements, tapping or alternating sounds.
We discuss goals and suitability, prepare for memory work, and adapt pacing to your needs. Outcomes and the number of sessions vary. No treatment can guarantee a particular result.
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Support for different experiences
Common questions
What are the signs of PTSD?
Symptoms fall into four groups: reliving the event, such as flashbacks or nightmares; avoiding reminders; feeling on edge or easily startled; and changes in mood and thinking, such as guilt, numbness or losing interest in things. To be diagnosed, symptoms last longer than a month and get in the way of daily life. They usually start within three months of the event, but sometimes appear later (NIMH).
Which treatments work for PTSD?
Major clinical guidelines recommend trauma-focused therapies. EMDR is recommended by the World Health Organization, the U.S. VA/DoD, NICE and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. We’ll talk with you about whether it fits your situation.
Do I have to describe the trauma in detail?
Not necessarily. In EMDR, you don’t have to retell every detail out loud. You bring a memory to mind and notice what comes up. Preparation comes before any memory work, and you set the pace.
How many sessions will I need?
It varies. The UK’s NICE guideline suggests EMDR for PTSD typically takes 8 to 12 sessions, and more if needed, for example after multiple traumas. Preparation comes first, and how long it takes depends on you.
Does trauma therapy work online?
Research suggests it does. Studies comparing live video with in-person therapy find similar results, including for PTSD. See what the research says about online EMDR.
Fees and the first step
A 15-minute phone consultation is free. Therapy sessions are 50 minutes: $235 with Marissa or $250 with Kyle. Ask about current availability and coverage before arranging therapy.
Client information: U.S. National Center for PTSD: EMDR for PTSD.
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