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Hello! My name is Alisha, I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor living in southern Alberta. My professional experience includes individual and couples counselling, as well as supporting parents of children with complex needs. I have worked with non-profit organizations for the past 8 years in Calgary and Airdrie, Alberta, which has shaped my passion for supporting others and given me a wide range of professional experience.
I was drawn to the field of psychology from a young age as I experienced challenges in my own life, and now am fortunate to get to use my knowledge and experiences to help people navigate their own journeys. Whether you are new to counselling or have accessed similar services before, if you are struggling with something specific or want to explore areas for development, or if you just want to learn more about therapy or yourself, I would love to connect and see if I can help you reach your goals.
Alisha MacIsaac
(she/her)
BScH, MACP, CCC
Co-Founder and Lead Counsellor
Works with clients in AB, SK, MB
Currently accepting new clients
alisham@buildingyoucounselling.com
Areas of Practice
I provide trauma informed, inclusive, person centred, online counselling services to address a range of concerns including
Addiction and substance use Chronic illness and disability
ADHD and neurodivergence Identity exploration
Anxiety disorders Mood disorders
Blended families and coparenting Parenting
Building healthy relationships Trauma
Therapeutic Approaches
I believe that caring for our mental health is just as important as caring for our physical health, however I know that talking to someone about your life can be difficult. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to explore their concerns with compassion and acceptance. Everyone learns and processes differently, so I use a variety of therapeutic modalities including
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Emotion Focused Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Depending on your hopes for therapy, we will develop a plan that is unique to you and may draw from various approaches.
As a registered counsellor I am required to always be learning and continuing my education to provide the best service to clients. Some of my relevant trainings, degrees and designations are listed below.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Centre for Suicide Prevention
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Level 2
Association for Psychological Therapies
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Evergreen Certifications
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Evergreen Certifications
Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
The Gottman Institute
Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
The Gottman Institute
Triple P Parenting Levels 2,3,4
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BScH)
Queen's University
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP)
Yorkville University
Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) #11242231
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
