Personalized Therapy
When Life Feels Like Too Much
You don’t have to keep powering through. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself anymore, therapy can help you get back on track. No judgment. No overcomplicated self-help talk. Just real tools that work.
WHY THERAPY? WHY NOW?
When Pushing Through Isn’t Working
Maybe you’ve been holding it together, but just barely. You don’t talk about it much, but it’s there—the stress, the frustration, the feeling that something isn’t right. You keep it moving, hoping it’ll get better. But what if you didn’t have to just “push through” anymore?
Signs it’s time for therapy:
- You feel on edge all the time but don’t know why.
- You zone out, numb out, or distract yourself to avoid thinking.
- Small things set you off, and you don’t recognize yourself anymore.
- You feel disconnected—from yourself, your relationships, your life.
- Triggers flood you, pulling you back to unhealed wounds.
You don’t have to hit rock bottom to get help. If something feels off, that’s reason enough.
Your Therapy Journey: What to Expect
Step 1
Book Your Free Consultation
Enjoy a free 15-minute consultation with Julien at Castle Wellness to explore therapy options. This no-obligation session lets you discuss needs and ask questions, setting the rhythm for your journey. Offered online or in-person.
Step 2
Schedule Your Initial Assessment
Your healing journey starts with a 2-hour Initial Assessment. This session explores your mental health history, defines your concerns, and sets treatment goals with a trauma-informed approach. This session lays the foundation for your rhythm of recovery.
Step 3
Sessions Tailored to You
Ongoing therapy sessions take place in the comfort of The Castle space or by video conference. Each session integrates tools, techniques, and practices to ensure you feel safe, empowered, and supported every step of the way.
Your initial assessment is $400/2 hours and ongoing sessions are $200/60 mins or $250/90 mins. Therapy is a regulated health service provided by Julien as a Registered Social Worker and is available to clients in Alberta only. Therapy sessions are GST-exempt, and many extended health plans in Alberta cover services provided by a Registered Social Worker – check with your provider.
THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB
What We Actually Do in Sessions
Therapy isn’t just talking—it’s using the right tools to rewire old patterns and get you feeling better.
Here’s an intro to some of the modalities I work with:
- ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy): Think of it like clearing the junk files in your brain so trauma doesn’t keep looping.
- DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy): Helps you stop going from 0 to 100 when emotions hit.
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy): Offers a path through depression and fear by anchoring you in your values.
- Somatic Work: Because sometimes, your body holds stress even when your brain doesn’t want to.
- And more!
No therapy jargon. Just tools that actually help.
Support for Relationships & Family
More Facilitated Sessions
Sometimes, healing isn’t just about you—it’s about the people in your life. Whether it’s a partner, family member, or small group of close connections, I offer facilitated sessions to help navigate tough conversations, rebuild trust, or create space for real connection.
Couples & Small Group Mediation
For when you need a safe space to talk things through, with real guidance and structure.
Family Support Sessions
Helping your loved ones better understand what you’re going through, so they can support you in a way that actually helps.
If you think inviting your partner, family member, or another important person into a facilitated session would be helpful, we can talk about this during your initial assessment or in one of our sessions. We’ll make a plan together to ensure it’s the right fit and approach.
Remember, Healing is a Process — Not a Race
Some days spark breakthroughs, others stir challenges—it’s the rhythm of healing. Embracing life’s cycles, from confusion to clarity. Build resilience with compassion, patience, and evidence-based tools for lasting change.
There’s no rush to “get it right.” Your journey unfolds naturally, with me alongside you, holding space and guiding you through the highs and lows.
Take the First Step
Your path to healing starts with one move. Ready to begin? Book a 15-minute consultation as your first step toward growth, resilience, and transformation.