Virtual Therapy in Alberta
Getting support shouldn’t depend on where you live. Online counselling makes it possible to connect with a therapist from the comfort and privacy of your own space, whether you’re at home in Calgary or somewhere else in Alberta.
Virtual Counselling in Alberta
At Untangle, our virtual counselling sessions provide the same compassionate, individualized support as in-person therapy, delivered securely online. You can work with your therapist to explore what you’re experiencing, develop practical strategies, and move forward in a way that fits your life.
Support That Fits Your Life
Finding time for counselling can be challenging when you’re balancing work, school, family, health, or other responsibilities. Virtual appointments can make accessing mental health support more manageable.
You might choose virtual therapy because:
- You live outside Calgary and want access to specialized support.
- Getting to appointments in person isn’t convenient.
- You have a busy schedule or other responsibilities at home.
- You feel more comfortable talking from a familiar environment.
- Travel, mobility, or other circumstances make in-person appointments difficult.
- You want the flexibility of accessing counselling from home.
Wherever you are in Alberta, virtual counselling offers a flexible way to access support.
What Virtual Counselling Can Help With
Online counselling can support many of the same concerns you might bring to an in-person appointment, including:
- Anxiety and stress.
- Depression and low mood.
- Burnout and overwhelm.
- Grief and loss.
- Trauma and difficult experiences.
- ADHD and neurodiversity.
- Life transitions.
- Relationship challenges.
- Personal growth and self-understanding.
Your therapist will work with you to determine which approaches and strategies best fit your needs and goals.
What’s Online Counselling like?
Virtual counselling takes place through a secure online platform. You’ll meet with your therapist by video, allowing you to have a private conversation without travelling to the clinic.
Before your first appointment, you’ll receive information about how to connect to your session and what you’ll need. Your therapist will explain the process and answer any questions you have.
For the best experience, we recommend finding a private, comfortable space where you can speak openly and have as few distractions as possible.
Our Approach
At Untangle, virtual counselling isn’t a one-size-fits-all version of in-person therapy. We adapt our approach to the person, their circumstances, and what will be most helpful.
Our therapists provide the same compassionate, inclusive, and grounded care whether you’re meeting in person or online. We’ll work together to find practical strategies that fit your everyday life and support the goals you’ve brought to counselling.
Virtual counselling is available to clients across Alberta, subject to therapist availability and suitability for virtual care.
What You Can Expect
- Secure online counselling from the comfort of your own space.
- The opportunity to connect with a therapist from anywhere in Alberta.
- Individualized care tailored to your experiences and goals.
- Practical strategies you can use in everyday life.
- A welcoming, judgement-free environment.
- The same thoughtful, collaborative approach you can expect from Untangle.
Support, wherever you are.
You don’t need to rearrange your life to make space for counselling. Virtual therapy can make it easier to access meaningful support while staying in a place where you feel comfortable.
Whether you’re in Calgary, Edmonton, or elsewhere in Alberta, we’re here to meet you where you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
Virtual counselling can be an effective option for many people. Whether online or in person is the better fit depends on your needs, preferences, circumstances, and the type of support you’re seeking. Your therapist can help you determine what approach works best for you.
Virtual counselling is available to clients across Alberta, provided the service is appropriate for your circumstances and your therapist is available to work with you.
You’ll need a device with a camera and microphone, a reliable internet connection, and a private space where you can speak comfortably. Your therapist will provide instructions on how to join your appointment.
Virtual counselling may be appropriate for some children and teens, depending on their age, needs, circumstances, and the therapist’s approach. Your therapist can discuss whether virtual sessions are a good fit.