Michelle Richards-Thompson
CCC
therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self-Esteem Issues
Social Anxiety Disorder
Grief and Loss
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD
Anger Management
Emotional Regulation
Stress Management
Child & Youth Anxiety
Children's Mental Health
Trauma
Clients
Adults
Children & Youth (6-12)
Adolescents (13-17)
Seniors
Couples
Families
Training
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mental Health First Aid
Anxiety in Children and Youth-Practical Intervention Strategies
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Certification
Grief Counselling and Treatment Certification Training
Trauma & Shame-Informed Dual Certification
ADHD Certification Course
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
High Functioning Autism Certificate
Play Therapy for Enhancing Learning and Promoting Wellness in Children & Adolescents
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Masters of Counselling, Counselling Psychology, Athabasca University
Bachleor of Science Guidance and Counselling, Northern Caribbean University
Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Canadian Counselling of Psychotherapy Association
Psychology Association of Alberta
The Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta
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I completed my Master of Counselling Psychology Degree from Athabasca University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Guidance and Counselling from Northern Caribbean University. In addition, I have a Guidance and Counselling/ School Counselor background, having worked with children, adolescents, parents, and families for over ten years. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where we explore your story, challenges, and goals in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. My approach is compassionate and client-centred, grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to my unique needs and experiences.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, trauma, and life transitions. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or your child, my goal is to help you uncover strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I use play therapy, art therapy, and other creative interventions to help children express emotions and work through challenges developmentally appropriately. For teens, I integrate cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) with mindfulness strategies to address concerns like social anxiety and self-esteem.
When working with adults, I draw from approaches such as emotionally focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care. My aim is to help my clients feel empowered in their relationships, improve communication, and process past experiences that may be holding them back. I also have extensive experience supporting families in fostering healthy communication, setting boundaries, and repairing strained relationships. I am passionate about helping clients from all walks of life, including those from marginalized or underserved communities, feel heard and understood.
In our work together, you’ll find a warm, empathetic presence combined with a structured approach to achieving your goals. Therapy is not about fixing you—you are not broken. It’s about understanding your unique story and equipping you with tools to navigate challenges more confidently.