TIERNEY FITZGERALD ‍ ‍MACP, CCC

CLINICAL COUNSELOR

Available: Sundays, sessions are available virtually

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I’m really glad you’re here. I’m a therapist who supports children, youth, and adolescents ages 5–17, as well as their families. Whether you're struggling with big emotions, anxiety, school stress, friendships, family challenges, or questions about identity, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, welcoming, and neurodivergent-friendly space where young people can feel understood, express themselves freely, and explore challenges at their own pace

My work is trauma-informed, gender-affirming, and guided by an anti-oppressive framework. I welcome clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ2S+ youth and families, individuals exploring their sexuality or gender, and neurodivergent children and adolescents. Together, we will build on your strengths, honour your experiences, and work toward the goals that matter most to you.

I believe every behaviour tells a story. Rather than focusing only on changing behaviours, I work with families to understand the emotions, relationships, and developmental experiences that may be contributing to them. Together, we help children build resilience, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways of coping at home, school, and in everyday life.

Working with me

I am passionate about building authentic connections and helping children and youth discover their strengths. Using a holistic, strengths-based, and person-centred approach, I tailor therapy to each client's unique needs and developmental stage. Through play-based interventions, creative expression, mindfulness, and evidence-based therapies, I help clients process difficult emotions, develop self-awareness and emotional literacy, and build practical coping skills for everyday life.

I’m glad you’re here, and I look forward to meeting you.

Get to know me a bit more

    • Master of Arts In Counselling Psychology - Yorkville University

    • Bachelor of Education  - University of Alberta

    • Language of Play Therapy by Dr. Kelly James

    • Managing Crisis and Suicide by Dr. Abby Baumgart

    • Across the Spectrum and Gender Binary by Dr. Kasey Murphey

    • Cognitive Processing Therapy

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Crisis and Risk Management

    • Understanding Anger by Julie A. Christiansen

    • Affirming and Peer-Focused Approaches for Supporting Neurodivergent Students

    • Superflex 2nd Edition Series

    • Alberta Mental Health: Understanding Anxiety Series

    • Alberta Mental Health: Understanding: Sleep and Mental Health Series

    • Alberta Mental Health: Body Image and Eating Disorders

    • Collaborative and Proactive Solutions by Dr. Ross Greene

      Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)

      Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA Level 1 & 2)

    • Understanding Trauma: Dr. Gabor Maté

    • Mandt System: Crisis Prevention and De-escalation

My goal is to support young people in strengthening their confidence, resilience, and sense of self while navigating life's challenges with greater understanding and self-compassion. I believe that growth happens through meaningful connection, curiosity, and feeling safe enough to be yourself. I look forward to partnering with you to help your child thrive.