Marriage, Family & Trauma Counselling in Alberta

Stronger relationships, calmer homes, and a lighter tomorrow start with Daniel

Are you feeling weighed down by struggles you can’t seem to resolve?

For some, it’s the strain of a marriage that feels like it’s falling apart; constant arguments, distance where there used to be closeness, or the heavy silence of unresolved conflict. For others, it’s the weight of family struggles: parenting challenges, the pain of separation or divorce, or children and teens caught in stress that ripples through the entire household.

Trauma can add another layer of pain. Survivors of abuse or violence often relive experiences through flashbacks and nightmares. Veterans and first responders may carry the invisible wounds of what they’ve seen on the frontlines, unable to find rest even at home. Inmates and those re-entering community life often wrestle with guilt, stigma, and the challenge of rebuilding trust.

These struggles can leave anyone feeling isolated, hopeless, and exhausted. You may notice:

  • A marriage where closeness has been replaced with criticism or silence.

  • A family overwhelmed by conflict, anger, or parenting stress.

  • Flashbacks or anxiety that make it difficult to feel safe in daily life.

  • Guilt or shame that lingers after incarceration or past mistakes.

  • A deep disconnection from yourself, your purpose, or your faith.

These experiences are real, but they don’t have to define your future. With the right support, couples can rediscover connection, families can heal, and individuals can find relief from the weight of trauma.

If any of this feels familiar, you don’t need to wait for things to get worse. Book a free consultation with Daniel today and take the first step toward relief.

How Counselling Helps

Therapy provides a safe, supportive space to share and understand what is happening mentally, emotionally and physically. Through counselling, you will create a treatment plan or action plan with your therapist that teaches evidenced based coping tools and strategies to overcome the negative symptoms and create lasting relief. With professional guidance, clients often experience powerful changes, including:

  • Repairing relationships by learning to communicate without blame and rebuild trust.

  • Strengthening families through healthier patterns of connection and stability.

  • Recovering from trauma by reducing flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional triggers.

  • Managing stress and anger with practical coping strategies.

  • Rebuilding identity after incarceration and creating new paths forward.

  • Integrating spirituality into the healing process, for those who wish to explore faith and meaning.

Change may feel out of reach, but with skilled support, even long-standing patterns can shift. Many couples arrive feeling like roommates; they leave with more laughter, teamwork, and closeness. Families that once argued daily often describe calmer conversations and smoother routines. Trauma survivors who couldn’t sleep through the night begin waking rested and hopeful again.

Meet Daniel!

Couples | Trauma | Therapist

Daniel is a Counselling Therapist (C.T.) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (C.C.C.) who brings more than 30 years of pastoral care experience and over 20 years of private counselling practice. Their career has been dedicated to helping people through some of life’s most painful and complex challenges whether in marriages, families, or personal struggles. Daniel has supported:

  • Couples and families in conflict, separation, or rebuilding after divorce.

  • Survivors of abuse and domestic violence processing trauma and reclaiming safety.

  • Veterans and first responders carrying the impact of frontline experiences.

  • Inmates and those reintegrating into the community after incarceration.

  • Children and youth navigating developmental, behavioural, or emotional struggles.

In addition to direct client care, Daniel has served as a clinical supervisor, mentoring other therapists and collaborating with doctors, addictions specialists, and community organizations. This breadth of experience ensures clients receive care that is both compassionate and clinically sound. Spots with Daniel fill quickly. Book with Daniel today and benefit from his decades of experience helping individuals, couples and families rebuild connection and resilience.

Why Choose Daniel?

When choosing a therapist, experience matters. With decades of practice, Daniel has guided thousands of sessions across Alberta, helping couples, families, and trauma survivors reclaim stability.

From guiding veterans and first responders through trauma recovery, to supporting families fractured by divorce, to mentoring the next generation of therapists, their approach is grounded in both professional training and lived wisdom.

Their integrative style draws from proven methods including CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. For those who value a spiritual perspective, sessions can respectfully incorporate spiritually integrated psychotherapy, always tailored to the client’s goals and beliefs.

This combination of expertise, compassion, and flexibility makes Daniel uniquely equipped to support clients through a wide range of struggles. Sessions with Daniel are covered by most Alberta insurance providers under Counselling Therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor designations. We’ll provide clear receipts for easy reimbursement.

Making Counselling Accessible

  • Sessions are available online across Alberta, allowing access from the comfort of home.

  • Most extended health insurance plans cover counselling with a Counselling Therapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor.

  • No referral is required. Clients can book directly with Daniel online or by calling the clinic.

  • Sessions are confidential, compassionate, and paced according to each individual or family’s needs.

Getting started may feel daunting, but the process is designed to be simple, supportive, and focused on what matters most. Spots with Daniel fill quickly. Secure your free consultation today and take the first step toward lasting change.

A Final Thought

It may feel like your marriage is beyond repair, your family is too divided, or your trauma is too heavy to carry. But with skilled support, couples can rediscover connection, families can rebuild trust, and individuals can begin to live without the constant weight of the past.

You don’t have to face this alone. The support you’ve been searching for is here.

Book a counselling session with Daniel today and take the first step toward lasting change.

Getting Started is Simple

  • Calendar iconrepresenting Step 1 in our therapy process: booking an online therapy appointment in Alberta.

    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.

  • Flat teal user profile icon with a small lock, symbolizing secure account creation for online counselling at The Mental Health Clinic Alberta.

    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.

  • Document icon representing Step 3 in our therapy process: completing intake forms for counselling in Alberta.

    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.

  • Laptop icon representing Step 4 in our therapy process: preparing for a secure video or phone therapy session in Alberta.

    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.

  • Plant icon representing Step 5 in our therapy process: beginning your journey toward growth with personalized counselling in Alberta.

    Step 5: Begin Your Journey of Growth

    Individual sessions are 50 minutes with couples and families lasting 80 minutes. Your first session focuses on getting to know you, exploring concerns, and understanding your goals. Together, you will shape a treatment plan that reflects your needs and priorities.

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