Kahlyn Wierstra

She/Her
Mental Health Therapist (Reduced Rate Clients Only)

“Hi! My name is Kahlyn, and I know that therapy can feel intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. I’m here to meet you where you are in your journey and create a safe, supportive, and even fun space to face life’s challenges together!”

Kahlyn focuses on anxiety, self-compassion, stress, depression, and boundaries/assertiveness.

Works With
  • Individuals
  • Couples
Population
  • Adult
  • Youth
Availability
  • Monday Afternoon/Evenings
  • Tuesday Morning/Afternoons
  • Wednesday Morning/Afternoons
Location
  • St. Albert
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  • My Approach

    I use a person-centred approach, which means I’ll take your lead in shaping what therapy looks like for you. I also take an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and psychoeducation, among others. Most importantly, if one method doesn’t work for you, we’ll explore others, because therapy should fit your unique needs, not the other way around.

  • My Philosophy

    My approach to therapy is person-centred and collaborative. You are the expert on yourself and your experiences, and I’m here to support you in the areas where you feel you need help, guidance, or a different perspective. Whether you’re ready to dive in or prefer to take things slow, I’ll meet you where you are and work alongside you to make the journey a little easier.

  • My Why

    Having personally experienced mental illness, I’ve developed a deep interest not only in how we treat mental health conditions but also in how we promote overall well-being. Through my work and volunteer experiences with individuals facing physical illnesses, I saw firsthand how often mental health struggles accompany physical ones. Being a supportive, compassionate listener during those times showed me the powerful impact of empathy, and it’s ultimately what inspired me to pursue a career in psychology.

Focus

  • Academic Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Career or Work-related Issues
  • Chronic Pain/Illness
  • Couples Issues
  • Death or Illness
  • Depression
  • Eating-related Issues
  • Family Relationships
  • Grief and Loss
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Health
  • Sleep Issues
  • Spirituality and Existential Issues
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma

Therapy Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally-Responsive Practice
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative or Holistic
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Person/Client Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused
  • Strengths Based

Rates + Direct Billing

Kahlyn’s fees are:

50-Minute Reduced Rate Therapy Session: $125

Please Note:

At DiveThru, our Mental Health Therapists are someone who has completed their Masters but is still waiting for their provisional registration from the College Of Alberta Psychologists, the board they are governed by and regulated under. Currently, our Mental Health Therapists only see Reduced Rate clients until they receive their provisional registration.

Mental Health Therapists are not covered by insurance plans.

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