121 - 897 Pembina Road | Sherwood Park AB T8H 0M6 | (587) 714-2412
Counselling Team
At Nest Family Counselling, our team of mental health professionals are dedicated to helping you achieve your mental health goals. Our team is comprised of highly trained and experienced professionals who specialize in a range of areas. We believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, working closely with our clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs.
Get to know our team below and schedule an appointment today to start your journey towards better mental health!
Canadian Certified Counsellors
Regulation & Direct Billing
Canadian Certified Counsellors are professionally trained Counsellors that hold a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology and have completed the necessary supervision requirements as set out by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Canadian Certified Counsellors are also referred to as Clinical Counsellors through Sunlife.
Canadian Certified Counsellors can provide inter-provincial counselling to clients in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
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Coverage is dependent on the employer chosen plan. Direct billing is available through Greenshield, SSQ, Medavie Blue Cross, Canada Life, Manulife, Group Source, Simply Benefits. First Canadian, ASEPB, and more.
Registered Psychologists
Regulation & Direct Billing
Registered Psychologists are Masters trained Psychologists and regulated within the Province of Alberta. Registered Psychologist is a protected title that is regulated by the College of Alberta Psychologists. All Registered Psychologists begin as Registered Provisional Psychologists until certification is complete.
Registered Psychologists are regulated to work with clients within Alberta. All clients must be located in the province of Alberta at the time of session.
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Coverage is dependent on the employer chosen plan. Most regulating plans cover Registered Psychologists. Direct billing is available through Alberta Blue Cross, Greenshield, SSQ, Medavie Blue Cross, Canada Life, Manulife, Group Source, Simply Benefits. First Canadian and more.
Registered Provisional Psychologists
Regulation & Direct Billing
Registered Provisional Psychologists is a regulated term in Alberta for an individual with a Master’s level counselling Psychology degree that is undergoing professional supervision to become a Registered Psychologist regulated by the College of Alberta Psychologists. Registered Provisional Psychologists have completed their formal education and are in the process of completing the practice hours and supervision necessary to become a Registered Psychologist.
Registered Social Workers are regulated to work with clients within Alberta. All clients must be located in the province of Alberta at the time of session.
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Coverage is dependent on the employer chosen plan. Most regulating plans cover Registered Psychologists. Direct billing is available through Alberta Blue Cross, Greenshield, SSQ, and Medavie Blue Cross.
Registered Social Workers & Registered Clinical Social Workers
Regulation & Direct Billing
In Alberta, Registered Social Workers (RSWs) are licensed professionals who provide a range of services, including counseling, therapy, and community support, while adhering to strict ethical guidelines and standards. ​
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Registered Social Workers are regulated to work with clients within Alberta. All clients must be located in the province of Alberta at the time of session.
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Coverage is dependent on the employer chosen plan. Most regulating plans cover Registered Social Workers. Direct billing is available through Alberta Blue Cross, Greenshield, SSQ, Medavie Blue Cross, Canada Life, Manulife, Group Source, Simply Benefits. First Canadian and more.
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