Emma Drebit, MSC,
Registered Psychologist
Hello, I’m Emma Drebit, Registered Psychologist. For over 20 years, I have worked in community agencies, mental health clinics, an academic setting (University of Alberta), and private practice supporting individuals of all ages, couples, and families with a variety of concerns ranging from psychosocial stressors to mental health conditions.
I believe that all experiences in life contribute to one’s growth and wisdom. My work aims at helping people explore and process difficult experiences, develop more awareness and insight, draw out strengths, and review strategies to foster change and meaningful connections. My approach is collaborative and respectful and incorporates a variety of therapeutic approaches to help people work through their issues.
I enjoy working with adults in the areas of personal and relational issues (depression, anxiety, stress, loss, adjustment/life transitions, self esteem/self-confidence, anger, and all types of relationship issues). And I have a particular passion for and extensive training in couples/marital therapy.
I believe our experiences impact us on multiple levels: mentally, emotionally, physically, and relationally. Our counselling is aimed to help people resolve personal and relational issues before they further impact health and wellness.
Because I believe everyone’s situation is unique, I incorporate a systemic perspective to explore and better understand how issues have developed and impact one’s life and relationships. I work collaboratively with clients to develop tools and strategies that personally fit each individual, couple and family. Together, we co-create solutions to promote personal growth, change, and meaning in life. My approach draws upon several treatment modalities to facilitate change along the differing cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and relational levels.
I currently offer psychological counselling services to adults for individual, couples, and family counselling in a supportive environment that allows for safe exploration of concerns and of change processes that enhance awareness, balance, and healthier relationships.
We work collaboratively to develop the necessary skills to manage stress, emotions, reactions, and build resilience. Together, we focus on promoting mental health and wellness and living a more meaningtul life. My approach draws upon several treatment methods to facilitate change, including cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional-focused therapy (EFT), acceptance commitment therapy, mindrulness-based strategies, solution-focused therapy, and Strengths-Based therapies.
Relationships are unique, complex, and vulnerable to emotional injuries. They can also be affected by life changes (family life cycle, loss, employment changes, etc.), which can also impact the couple relationship. Emotional injuries and life circumstances can affect communication, trust, intimacy, and security within the relationship, and can lead to unresolved issues. In couples counselling, I focus on strengthening these areas by changing unhelpful, negative dynamics and creating supportive interactions that fosters couples working together while meeting each other’s needs.
