Marriage & Relationship Therapy
Rebuild Connection, Trust, and Communication with Karen; MSW, RSW with 25+ years helping Alberta couples & families reconnect.
Feeling More Like Roommates Than Partners?
Every relationship faces ups and downs. But when every conversation turns into an argument, intimacy fades, or parenting and family stress feel impossible to manage, it can feel like there’s no way forward. Many couples and families reach out for therapy when they notice:
The same argument keeps coming up without resolution.
Conversations quickly spiral into criticism, defensiveness, or silence.
Intimacy or affection has faded, leaving one or both partners feeling unwanted.
Major life changes: parenting, financial stress, career shifts are creating distance.
Trust has been broken, whether through infidelity, secrecy, or broken promises.
When relationships reach this point, it’s tempting to think the only option is to walk away. But often, what couples need most is the right support to stop the cycle and rebuild connection.
Meet Karen!
Couples | Marriage | Family Therapist
Karen is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and more than 25 years of clinical experience helping couples and families strengthen their connections and navigate life’s challenges together. Her approach is calm, direct, and deeply compassionate; creating a space where both partners feel heard and respected, even when conversations are difficult.
Throughout her career, Karen has supported people across the lifespan; from parents adjusting to life with newborns and premature infants, to adolescents facing developmental stressors and challenges, to adults and older adults coping with transitions, loss, and health changes. These experiences have given Karen a deep understanding of the unique stressors couples and families face at different life stages.
Karen has also worked extensively with relational concerns, including conflict, communication breakdowns, parenting challenges, caregiver stress, and the impact of anxiety, depression, and grief on family life.
As a marriage and family therapist, Karen integrates a range of evidence-based approaches to best support couples and families. Karen draws up Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to the revered Gottman Method and Internal Family Systems approach to help guide couples and families toward clarity, connection, and practical solutions.
Karen’s goal is to provide a respectful, supportive space where both partners feel heard and families can work together toward meaningful change. Clients often describe her as grounded, steady and non-judgmental; someone who helps each person feel safe enough to communicate honestly and begin rebuilding trust step by step.
With over 25 years of experience and a strong reputation for helping couples reconnect, Karen’s availability fills quickly. If you’re considering counselling, don’t wait until things feel worse. Take the first step and book your free consultation today.
Why Couples Trust Karen
Choosing the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but couples across Alberta turn to Karen because of her unique blend of expertise, warmth, and proven results.
25+ years of clinical experience supporting couples, families, and individuals through life’s most difficult challenges.
Advanced training in leading approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Specialized focus on relationships, from rebuilding trust after infidelity to navigating parenting stress, communication breakdowns, and family transitions.
Covered by most Alberta insurance plans, making therapy more accessible for couples and families.
Safe, supportive sessions where both partners feel heard, respected, and guided toward meaningful change.
With Karen, couples don’t just work on communication, they rediscover closeness, rebuild trust, and create a stronger foundation for the future.
How Couples & Family Counselling Helps
When relationships feel strained, it’s easy to lose sight of the love, connection, and teamwork that once felt natural. Counselling creates a safe space where partners and families can step out of conflict and start rebuilding connection.
Through guided conversations and practical tools, therapy can help you:
Break free from repeating patterns so the same arguments don’t keep coming back.
Communicate with understanding instead of blame or criticism.
Reignite closeness and intimacy, both emotional and physical.
Approach parenting or family stress as a team, not opponents.
Heal after broken trust and rebuild a stronger foundation for the future.
Find calm and clarity even in the middle of life’s biggest challenges.
Many couples and families share that therapy not only improves how they communicate, it changes how they feel about each other day to day, bringing back laughter, patience, and the sense of being on the same side again.
Making Therapy Simple and Accessible
We know that reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step. That’s why we’ve made the process as simple, supportive, and barrier-free as possible:
Convenient online sessions: Connect from the comfort of home anywhere in Alberta through secure video or phone.
Insurance-friendly: Most extended health insurance plans cover sessions with a Registered Social Worker, making counselling more affordable than many expect.
No waitlists, no referrals: Book directly and get started right away.
Extended 80-minute sessions: Longer sessions give both partners (or the whole family) the time and space to be heard without being rushed.
Confidential & compassionate support: Every conversation is private, respectful, and tailored to your family’s needs.
Counselling isn’t about judgment or quick fixes, it’s about creating a safe space where lasting change can take root.
Your Relationship Deserves a Chance
It’s easy to give up when things feel broken. But counselling offers you the chance to repair, rebuild, and reconnect before making decisions you can’t take back.
Don’t walk away without giving your relationship everything it deserves. With the right support, change is possible and closeness can be rediscovered.
As Brené Brown beautifully said:
“Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.”
If you and your loved ones are ready to strengthen your relationships and create lasting change, Karen would be honoured to support you. Book your first couples or family session with Karen by following the steps below.
Getting Started is Simple
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Step 1: Book Your Appointment
Book an appointment online by clicking the orange button on most pages. Select your therapist, a date and time that works for you. You can also call us and we’ll be happy to book your session for you.
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Step 2: Create a Private Account
Once your session is booked, you’ll receive an email to set up a secure account on our platform. From there, you can manage appointments, access documents, and easily book follow-ups in one private space.
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Step 3: Complete Your Intake Forms
You’ll receive an email with intake forms to complete before your first session. Forms can be completed through the link in your email or directly in your account once it’s set up.
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Step 4: Prepare for Your Session
Video: Log into your account, open your appointment, and click the video icon to start.
Telephone: Your counsellor will call you at your scheduled time. Have your phone ready in a quiet space where you feel comfortable.
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Step 5: Begin Your Journey of Growth
Couples & family sessions are 80 minutes. Your first session focuses on getting to know each of you, exploring concerns, and understanding your goals. Together, you will shape a treatment plan that reflects your needs and priorities.