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Ally Venturo B.A., M.A., Mental Health Clinician | McAtee Psychology

Ally Venturo
B.A., M.A., Registered Provisional Psychologist

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I have 7 years of experience in the field of mental health. I have a strong interest in supporting youth and adults who are experiencing mental health concerns including anxiety, relational issues, work/school stressors, difficulties managing emotions, and attachment related presentations. To best support my clients, I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma informed practice, applied suicide prevention and non suicidal self-injury.

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 I have worked extensively with teenagers and adults, as well as families in the non-profit sector to support them in learning conflict resolution skills, communication skills, relationship building skills, and problem-solving skills. While I am passionate about developing individualized strategies and solutions for each client, I value the “why” behind a person’s behaviour. 

  

 I believe wholeheartedly in showing up in an authentic way and creating a safe space for clients to share their experience, explore different perspectives and to challenge distressing thoughts/patterns. As a therapist, my hope is to empower clients to gain greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and overall wellbeing.

Registered Provisional Psychologist

Alberta Psychologists - License P6654
College of Alberta Psychologists

Therapy

Expertise

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Teens and Young Adults

  • Specialized experience with teens, 12-24 who have presenting concerns including substance use and addictions, self-harm, self-esteem, relationship concerns, attachment-related presentations

  • Experience with youth Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, attention deficit disorder autism spectrum disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety, depression, and others

  • Understanding of the youth justice system

  • Understanding of the Child and Family Services

Psychotherapy Session
Training

  • 4 years of experience working with individuals and families who have PTSD and other related traumas

  • Evidence-based approaches to counselling including CBT. I approach counselling through a trauma-based, person-centered approach.

  •  Trauma Informed Practice 

  • Applied Suicide Intervention 

  • Non-Suicidal Self-Injury

  • Family Systems and Trauma

  • General Mental Health Training: Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, Crisis, Self-regulation

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Parent and Caregiver Support

  • Specialization in providing support to teenagers to enhance their natural support. This framework promotes resiliency, social integration, and positive development, thereby reducing psychological distress.

  • Experience in conflict resolution, family reunification, and enhancing communication.

  • Experience providing support to blended families and those with Child and Family Services Involvement

  • Experience with navigating local support resources, funding, and school programs

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