A free 15-minute phone or video consultation gives you the opportunity to see whether Kindling Psychology feels like the right fit before booking your first appointment.

During the consultation, you're welcome to ask questions about our approach, the types of therapy we use, or anything else that would help you decide whether we're a good match. You can also share a brief overview of what brings you to therapy so we can let you know whether we have the experience and training to support your goals.

Please keep in mind that consultation calls are intended to help us determine whether we'd work well together. They are not therapy sessions, so we won't be able to provide assessment, treatment, or therapeutic advice during the consultation.

From the moment you arrive at Kindling, we want you to feel welcome and comfortable. You’re invited to help yourself to coffee, tea, or water and settle into the waiting room before your session. We don’t have a receptionist, so your therapist will greet you when it’s time to begin.

At the start of your first session, your therapist will review key information about counselling, including confidentiality, session structure, and what to expect. You’ll have space to ask any questions before moving forward.

The first session is when your therapist will start to get to know you—what brings you in, your history, and how things feel for you right now. You set the pace, and there is no expectation to share everything at once.

Together, you’ll begin to shape your goals and explore possible directions for therapy. By the end of the session, you should have a clearer sense of what you’re experiencing, how therapy may help, and what the process will look like moving forward.

We draw from different therapeutic approaches to best support your unique needs and goals.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT interventions will help you be present, flexible, and live a life guided by your values, not your fears.

Emotion Focused Therapy (EFIT, EFT-C, EFT-F)

EFT is useful for exploring your emotions more deeply so you can shift old patterns and feel more grounded in your life. 

Somatic Therapy

Somatic therapy works with the body and nervous system to help you notice, understand, and shift what your body has been holding. 

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT can help us understand the thoughts, feelings, and actions that keep us stuck. 

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR supports trauma healing by reducing the emotional charge of difficult experiences and strengthening your ability to cope.

The Gottman Method

Gottman therapy gives couples practical tools to manage conflict, deepen friendship, and foster long-term trust.

The cost of therapy in Edmonton can vary depending on the therapist’s registration, training, and credentials. At Kindling Psychology, session fees reflect the fee schedule outlined by the Psychologist’s Association of Alberta.

50 Minute Session - $235.00

80 Minute Session - $350.00

While therapy is an investment, many clients use extended health benefits, which may cover part or all of the cost. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand your coverage for psychological services.

If cost is a concern, please let us know. We have a limited number of sliding scale spots available. We want therapy to be as accessible as possible.

Yes, we offer direct billing whenever possible. Coverage depends on your individual or employee insurance plan. Our office is unable to check the details of your extended health benefits on your behalf. We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly for more information. 

Selena is an approved provider for NIHB.

There are a few options for booking an appointment. 

1. You can use our online booking system (Jane) to look through Selena’s schedule and find a time for an initial consult or therapy session

2. You can use the contact form on our website 

3. You can call, text, or email us

Phone: (587) 206-6789
Email: selena@kindlingpsychology.ca

Yes. We provide affirming, inclusive, and informed therapy for 2SLGBTQIA+ clients.

This means your identity, relationships, and lived experiences are respected and supported without pathologizing or judgment. We recognize that identity, safety, and mental health are deeply connected, and we strive to create a space where you can explore all parts of yourself openly.

We also support clients navigating questions related to identity, relationships, coming out, family dynamics, and community connection.

Finding the right therapist often comes down to how you feel in the relationship. A good fit usually means you feel heard, respected, and comfortable enough to be yourself over time.

It’s also okay if you’re unsure at first. The therapeutic relationship often develops through a few sessions. Many people find it helpful to notice whether they feel understood, whether the therapist’s approach makes sense to them, and whether they feel safe exploring difficult topics.

You are encouraged to ask questions, take your time, provide feedback to the therapist, and even try a different counsellor if something doesn’t feel quite right. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of effective therapy.