Edgar Psychological

Meet Scarlett!
Scarlett has specialized training in exposure therapy, addictions, loss and grief, and designation as a certified traumatologist from the Trauma Institute of Toronto and certification in the Grief Recovery Method®. In addition, she provides counseling for various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, anger issues, relationship concerns, and compassion fatigue for professional helpers.
"As a registered provisional psychologist, I have the abilit...y and compassion to hold a safe and confidential space for individuals to share, explore, and process emotions surrounding events, circumstances, and life transitions. It is through this therapeutic relationship that I will work with clients to develop strategies and tools to achieve the goals desired in therapy."
-Scarlett
To book an appointment with Scarlett give us a call at 780-860-7338 or book online at www.edgarpsychological.com
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Do you loathe small talk or love it? New research suggests that while small talk may not be particularly beneficial with regards to happiness, it is not as detrimental as previously thought.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releas…/20 18/…/180703131432.htm

In these dark and uncertain times, a single act of kindness has the power to change the world.
https://www.happify.com/…/the-power-of- a-single-act-of-kin…/

Meet Meg!
Meghan is a Registered Provisional Psychologist who's work has taken her across the world. She has worked in the U.S., Qatar, Spain, Pakistan, India, South East Asia, Mexico, and Australia and feels these varied cultural experiences allow her to counsel from a place of compassion and non-judgment.
Meg completed her undergraduate degree with honours at the University of Calgary, followed by a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of Alberta. She ...has additional training in third wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), as well as Somatic Experiencing/Trauma Informed Care and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. She also has experience working with multicultural individuals and families. Finally, she is also a Gottman trained couples therapist with specialized training in recovery from affairs.
"I'm dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families work toward a sense of contentment, competence, and peace in their lives and relationships."
-Meghan
To book an appointment with Meghan call Edgar Psychological at 780-860-7338 or visit the link below! https://www.edgarpsychological.com/contac t/
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Breakups are seldom easy, but implementing specific cognitive strategies may help to ease the pain sooner.
http://www.businessinsider.com/the-best-w ay-to-get-over-hea…

There's still time to secure your child a last minute spot in our youth social thinking camp! Click the link below for more information or call our office at 780-860-7338!
https://www.edgarpsychological.com/social -thinking-group/

As the legalization of cannabis across Canada nears, researchers are now starting to more actively consider the effects of THC and CBD on the development of psychotic disorders in adolescents.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/…/the-o ther-active-ingredie…

Couples in open-relationships are just as satisfied as those in traditional, monogamous relationships a new study reveals.
Let us know what you think about this in the comments section below!
https://psychcentral.com/…/open-relatio nships-c…/136605.html

Our June newsletter is out! Click on the link below and add yourself to our subscriber list to receive the newsletter direct to your email each month!
https://mailchi.mp/3e69…/edgar-psycholo gical-june-newsletter

The science is in! Religious people live longer.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releas…/20 18/…/180613163017.htm

Meet Jessica Blake!
Jessica is a registered psychologist here at Edgar Psychological. Jessica works in a variety of areas including individual counselling (exploring concerns surrounding anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief & loss), couples and family counselling, and in the areas of sex, intimacy and sexuality counseling. She also has a unique interest in working with individuals from sexual minority communities such as the LGBTQ community.
"Customer service is not a term... you may automatically think of when you hear psychological services, but to me, you cannot have one without the other. I pride myself on customer service, and work hard to deliver all of my psychological services in a customer focused and driven environment. Together we can work on solutions that are of value to you for any difficulties and dilemmas you are facing."
- Jessica Blake
Book an appointment with Jessica today! https://www.edgarpsychological.com/contac t/
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Although difficult, putting the phone away can help us reap a host of benefits.
https://www.gottman.com/…/put-your-phon e-away-enjoy-unstru…/

Psychology Today has provided an interesting read that highlights the understudied predatory nature of some women.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/…/s…/ 201806/female-predators

How do we decide when to fight or flee in dangerous situations? Recent neurological studies may have found the answer!
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releas…/20 18/…/180621101344.htm

Meet Karen!
Karen is a registered psychologist with over 10 years of experience. She has worked with a diverse range of clients including those who struggle with addictions, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia).
She has extensive training and experience in dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), which is a framework that combines cognitive-behavioural and mindfulness-based approaches and focuses o...n skills to tolerate distress, regulate overwhelming emotions, and increase interpersonal effectiveness.
Karen strives to offer a friendly, accepting, and non-judgmental space in which to help clients develop skills to cope with life’s challenges, restore balance to their lives, and achieve their personal goals.
Book an appointment with Karen today! https://www.edgarpsychological.com/about/ our-team/
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Seriously, who's cutting onions in here?!
https://www.happify.com/…/this-animated -short-shows-that-d…/

A sobering read that highlights both the psychological and physiological impacts of separating young children from their parents.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/…/9be064 40-70c0-11e8-bd50-b8…

We are excited to announce that we will be running a Social Thinking Group for youth this summer! Please click the link below for more information and let us know if you're interested in participating!
https://www.edgarpsychological.com/social -thinking-group/

A fascinating look into the metacognitive skills of many.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/…/why-i ncompetent-people-do…