Hi! I’m Dr. Michelle, a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and British Columbia.
I am passionate about helping people and meeting them where they are at. I believe you are the expert in your life. My role is to provide tools and guidance to improve your well-being.
My expertise is with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, weight-related issues, chronic health conditions, and relationship distress. I provide individual and couple therapy.
In my practice I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. All of my work is based on a client centred perspective.
Call (778) 400-6033 or email info@wellbydrmichelle.com to book today.
Hi! I’m Sam, a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia.
I embrace a trauma-informed, integrative, and collaborative approach that values relationship building. I aim to cultivate a safe space to explore the self, communicate authentically, and assist individuals, adolescents, and families grow towards their goals.
My expertise includes supporting adults and teens with anxiety, eating disorders, depression, ADHD, and chronic illness. I also support high performance individuals in therapy.
I utilize Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy techniques in my practice.
Call (778) 561-4475 or email sam@wellbydrmichelle.com to book today.
Hi! I’m Karolien, a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia.
I take an open, non-judgmental stance and favour a collaborative approach in which we jointly explore the challenges you are facing. Working together, we will aim to incorporate and further develop your inner strengths and resources. We may incorporate the resources surrounding you, such as nature, relationships, and activities that fuel your mind, body, and spirit. I am down-to-earth and cultivate emotional safety through authenticity, humour, and directness.
My expertise is providing counselling to individuals and couples who are navigating relationship changes, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I also work with people who have used violence, control or abuse in their relationship.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques in my practice.
Call (778) 400-1605 or email karolien@wellbydrmichelle.com to book today.
What We Offer
Individual/Couple Therapy
We can help you improve your quality of life, reduce your suffering, and address personalized needs and goals in a one-on-one format. Or, we would love to meet with you and your partner to discuss your relationship, or, how mental health challenges are impacting your bond.
Psychoed Assessments
If you or your child experience difficulty with academic performance due to suspected/diagnosed learning challenges, we are happy to conduct a thorough assessment to pinpoint the unique barriers and recommend personalized supports.
Evening Appointments
We know you lead a busy life. It is why We are here for weekday and evening appointments for therapy.
Online Services
Let’s make it easier for you to fit us into your schedule. All therapy services are offered online, letting you get the help you need wherever you have an internet connection.
Our approach is different.
Your brain and your body go everywhere together, why would we treat them separately?
At The Well, we don't.
Mental health diagnosis and treatment is beginning to change. Research now suggests anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges are heavily influenced by our gut health. Unfortunately, traditional psychotherapy often fails to address this.
Joining The Well means participating in a whole body approach to mental health. In your first session we will discuss the reason you came to therapy, your history, and the mental and physical symptoms you are experiencing. Then, in addition to a traditional psychotherapy and/or assessment, you may be referred to your family doctor or other practitioner for testing. We will work with your care team to develop a plan to get you relief as soon as possible.
Alternatively, if you have a known physical health issue, we will work with your care team to develop a plan to help you manage your symptoms and improve your daily experience.
Areas of practice.
Depression
If you’re feeling depressed, fatigued, burn out, or disconnected from others, we can help. Together, we will develop a personalized plan to support your needs, including ruling out physical causes.
Anxiety
Whether you're experiencing generalized anxiety, panic attacks, or something more specific, our goal is to provide you with a safe space to share your feelings and help you develop skills to get back to your life. Together, we will develop personalized coping strategies and process the underlying cause of your anxiety, including ruling out physical explanations.
Chronic Pain
If you are managing a physical health concern, including chronic pain, we’re here for you. Pain, fatigue, and disability have a huge impact on day-to-day life. We will support you in coping with your condition and in navigating it your work and relationships.
Eating, Body, and Weight Concerns
If you are managing difficulties with body satisfaction, disordered eating, or chronic dieting you are in good hands. Dr. Michelle’s masters and doctoral research centred around weight related issues. She knows how frustrating, exhausting, and shameful they can feel. If you are looking for a safe space to share these vulnerabilities and get support in meeting your physical and emotional needs, she would love to help.
Relationships
All people in relationships experience conflict, but how conflict is managed informs the health and satisfaction of a relationship. We will provide you and your partner with relationship education, communication skills, and a safe space to be heard and respected.
ADD/ADHD and Learning Challenges
Difficulty with attention and/or learning impact day-to-day life greatly. At The Well, we have two options for addressing such concerns. First, if needed, we will conduct a thorough assessment to determine your or your child’s areas of difficulty and/or diagnosis. Second, we can provide ongoing adult, parent, or child focused therapy to implement strategies and navigate the emotional difficulties related to your or your child’s needs.
