OUR AMAZING TEAM OF INDEPENDENT PRACTITIONERS
Bernadene Weskin
The founder of Northwest Psychology, I am originally from Australia and have had the good fortune to visit many countries and experience many cultures. My empathy, humor, and culturally sensitive approach provide a warm atmosphere where children, adolescents, and adults can feel welcome and accepted. I am a proud parent of a child on the autism spectrum and believe that every child can grow up to lead a happy and productive life given the right opportunities and support.
Kelly Tenove
Managing the difficulties of life can feel overwhelming sometimes. However, if these challenges start to consume you and affect your everyday life, it’s a great time to seek help. Together, we will explore and work within your strengths to discover the strategies that work for you. Every client begins therapy at a different place and I am experienced in cultivating thorough, individualized treatment to help my clients overcome their struggles piece by piece.
Lesley Sugden
I specialize in psychoeducational assessment, diagnostic and intervention services for children, adolescents and adults, to identify and address giftedness, learning disorders, intellectual disability, ADHD/ADD, and mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression. I also provide counselling services to children, adolescents and adults struggling to cope with challenging life events such as; anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, separation/divorce, self-esteem, parenting issues, anger issues and many other presenting concerns.
Jennifer Hoy
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master of Science degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Calgary. I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing significant behavioural, emotional, and psychological challenges (e.g., anxiety, depression, parent-child relationships, trauma, loss, and other presenting concerns). I have specialized training in trauma (including EMDR), psycho-educational assessments, interventions for children and adolescents, and family therapy.
Illisha Patterson
Registered Psychologist
I am a registered psychologist who truly enjoys working with adults, adolescents and children and I strive to be non-judgmental and respectful of the beliefs, morals, culture and values of all people. I view people’s challenges from a biopsychosocial, family/client centered, trauma informed lens and have specialized training in CBT, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.
Ashley Jones
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Calgary with 15 years experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and families who are experiencing complex mental health concerns including behavioral and mood disorders, somatization, attachment, grief and loss, and trauma. I will work with you to identify the steps needed to manifest concrete and lasting change.
Krystle Smith
I am a registered social worker with a Master of Social Work from University of North Dakota. For close to 15 years, I have had the pleasure of supporting children, youth, and families through some of their biggest life challenges. Areas I’m experienced in include anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting, and women’s mental health. Working through a client-centered and strength-based approach I support adolescents and adults in their journey of healing or self-discovery.
Lara Palset
I am a Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate with a Masters in Counselling. Working primarily from a holistic, strengths-based approach, and at times through expressive arts approaches. My work has focused on clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, boundary setting issues, self-esteem, stress/burnout, spiritual conflicts/issues, substance abuse, and dissociation.
Megan Campbell
I am a Registered Psychologist with a master's degree in Counselling Psychology. I specialize in issues related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, and Motor Vehicle Accidents. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I believe that the client is the expert and that all clients bring many strengths and resiliencies that can be built upon to enact change.
Angie Hick
Hi There! I'm glad you are here! My approach is collaborative, creative, and change driven. I help clients build on their existing strengths and explore new solutions to their problems. I utilize a variety of approaches and believe the therapeutic process should be tailored to each clients or family’s needs. No cookie cutters here! I believe therapy should be generative, creative, collaborative and help you uncover solutions to the issues you are faced with. I have a passion to working with families so they can move forward together. I am a Clinical Social Worker with a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary. I also have a post graduate diploma in Couple and Family Therapy.
Allison Iriye
I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Calgary. I am passionate about cultivating culturally sensitive and trauma-informed therapeutic spaces alongside my clients. My practice is strengths-based, 2SLGBTQIA+-affirming, sex positive, kink-aware, and poly(am)-aware. I also specialize in gender-affirming care. Empowerment, nonjudgement, and curiosity are values I hold dearly in my work.
Stephanie Stevens
Life is like a roller coaster and we never know what is around the corner. I understand the trials and tribulations that life unfolds and would love to work with you to achieve your goals. Whether you are struggling with Grief/Loss of a loved one, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and/or relationship issues, I am here for YOU.
Andrew Verreault
Andrew has been working in non-profit organizations and the helping profession for over a decade. He has volunteered or worked with adolescents, youth, adults, and seniors in multiple roles from various cultures and backgrounds. Andrew supports clients through their journey with his professional training and personal experience by creating a collaborative and non-judgemental environment. He believes that finding the right method and modality to fit the client’s needs is one of the most important aspects of therapy and offers a holistic approach.
Linda Ly
I am an experienced therapist with over 10 years of experience in mental health and counselling. I am educated, trained, and experienced in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns in adult clienteles from diverse backgrounds and life stages. I work from a strength-based person-centred approach and employ strategies from various modalities ( i.e., CBT, ACT, MBCT, Solution-Focused, Humanistic, etc.) to best address each client’s concerns and needs. My goal is to provide a safe space for individuals to examine, explore, understand, and address their concerns so that they feel heard, Supported, and empowered.
Linda Forde
I help people manage struggles they are experiencing through a supportive, empathic relationship to uncover their inherent strengths. I have 9 years of Counselling experience helping people through, among other concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, relationship concerns, and self-determination. I have worked in Public Education teaching and counselling, for over 30 years, with the goal of supporting the diverse people I meet to develop their best selves.