We are a network of Calgary psychologists, marriage counsellors and therapists who specialize in helping people overcome the hurdles that sometimes make life, relationships, school and work difficult. Coming from diverse cultural backgrounds and from every facet of society, we are passionate about what we do. We provide individual counselling, couples and marriage counseling, as well as family and group counselling. We offer workshops and seminars on various topics as needs arise.
We believe we are part of a client’s broader community. Attending therapy is part of a client’s normal activities. We endeavor to make our voice one among those of family, friends, colleagues etc. To this end we work hard to create a strong alliance with clients and use this new and stronger team against the client’s presenting problem.
We believe that people are resilient and are already working to overcome their difficulties. We believe people have a long history of winning against their problems even in small ways. We thus seek to create a collaborative environment where the client and therapist work together and join their ideas, wisdom and resources in coming up with solutions and a way forward. We believe that with the necessary support clients can paint a picture of their preferred life and can be assisted to find helpful ways to move towards that life and future.
With us you will find a warm, professional and therapeutic environment in which we can together discover and develop solutions to help you find on your way.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!
Counsellors
Charles Coleman, Psychologist
Charles is a Calgary counsellor and Calgary marital therapist who is an empathic and dynamic listener. He is passionate about helping people live out their full potential and overcome hurdles that get in their way. An avid learner, Charles started his education in Zoology obtaining a Bachelor of Science before deciding to move into Psychology. He acquired a diploma in PsychoEducation Guidance and Counselling from the University of Calgary and a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology from City University, Bellevue, Washington.
He completed his residency program at the Calgary Counselling Centre and is currently registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists. He holds memberships with the Alberta Psychological Association and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Charles has lived and traveled internationally spending over 20 years in various cultures and speaking three languages. He enjoys competitive team sports, reading ‘real life’ stories and spending quality time with friends and family around food. Read about his recent trip to Kigali, Rwanda!
Areas of specialization: Improving Couple Relationships, Making sense of Blended Families, Better Anger Management, Handling Anxiety & Depression
Tobias Mwandala, MSW, RSW
Counsellor/Registered Social Worker
Tobias Mwandala is a clinician and Registered Social Worker. His education includes Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, Bachelors of Social Work and Master of Social Work in Clinical Practice from the University of Calgary.
He has extensive experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, relationship conflicts, relationship break-up, loss and grief and other transitioning issues. In counseling, he utilizes cognitive-behavior therapy, narrative therapy and solution-focused models. He emphasizes wholeness and individual’s strengths in addressing client’s issues or concerns.
Tobias is passionate about working with adults and youth. His personable style puts people at ease and his ability to quickly build rapport makes the counseling experience stress-free and constructive.
Tobias enjoys travel, reading biographies, philosophy, spending time with family and learning about different cultures around the world.
Areas of Specialization: relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, identity and age-related crises
Joanna Jewell, M.A.
Registered Psychologist
As a psychologist Joanna is no stranger to the twists and turns that life leads in pursuit of a career; Joanna is also an experienced Junior and Senior High school teacher and worked in marketing and development at a local Calgary school. Ten years after earning her bachelor’s degree, her passion for learning and love of growth made a master’s degree in counselling simply make sense. An avid learner, Joanna brings the fruits of her training, extensive study and reflection to her work with clients. She provides a caring, supportive space from which to take risks and make change. As a result, clients are freed up to know greater flourishing in life and living.
She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Calgary, also pursuing a minor in Biology. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Counselling from Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. Over the course of her career journey she has earned an ESL teaching certificate and Level I certification in Kodaly Music Education from the University of Calgary.
Joanna completed a practicum in private practice in St. Louis and her residency at the Calgary Counselling Centre. She is currently registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists, the Alberta Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association (APA).
Joanna has been counselling for the past 3 years. She uses an eclectic approach which incorporates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and other approaches.
A native Calgarian, Joanna enjoys both indoor and outdoor activities, the beauty of the mountains and the cuisines and cultural life of the city. She loves to travel and explore new places, touring Europe, England and Scotland with a vocal group. She hopes one day to add Spain, Greece and Egypt to her travel itinerary.
Areas of Specialization: Individual Counselling: Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Grief/Loss, Career Counselling, Cross-cultural issues; Couples Counselling: communication and intimacy.
