Registered Psychologist

Andrea is a Registered Psychologist and has many years of experience working with youth, families and within leadership and the school system. Andrea also holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor Degree in Education. Andrea works with children, teens, adults and couples. Trish Doyle-Poirier holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Educatio... Read More

Andrea is a Registered Psychologist and has many years of experience working with youth, families and within leadership and the school system. Andrea also holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor Degree in Education. Andrea works with children, teens, adults and couples.

Trish Doyle-Poirier holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Education, is a Provisional Psychologist and a Certified Canadian Counsellor. Trish works with children and individuals.


Certified Clinical Counsellor/Provisional Psychologist/Social Work

Black Counselling and Consulting Services LTD has therapists with over 40 years of experience combined. Tracey Black is the founder of Black Counselling and Consulting Services LTD. and holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology, a Masters of Art in Leadership, is a Certified Clinical Counsellor and is a Registered Social Worker, Jennalee Schafer holds a Masters in Counselling Psycholog... Read More

Black Counselling and Consulting Services LTD has therapists with over 40 years of experience combined.

Tracey Black is the founder of Black Counselling and Consulting Services LTD. and holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology, a Masters of Art in Leadership, is a Certified Clinical Counsellor and is a Registered Social Worker,

Jennalee Schafer holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor of Social Work and a Registered Social Worker.

Trish Doyle-Poirier is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Education and is a Clinical Counsellor.

Candice Henderson holds a Masters in Clinical Social Work and is a Registered Social Worker.

Tracey Black and Jennalee Schafer work with families, couples, individuals and children/teens.

Trish Doyle-Poirier works with individuals, teens and children.

Candice Henderson works with children, teens, adults and families.

All sessions can be direct billed or claimed through insurance companies if applicable.

Black Counselling and Consulting Services LTD. offers flexible hours for your convenience.

Please click on the therapist of your choice to see times available and their individual bios.

Ricki-Lee Gillespie is a Registered Psychologist specializing in psychological and psychoeducational assessments, including autism evaluations, for children, teens, and adults. Practicing in Alberta and Ontario, she provides thorough, evidence-based assessments to support diagnosis, treatment planning, and educational accommodations.

Ricki-Lee is dedicated to delivering clear, accessible reports and collaborating with families and professionals to ensure the best outcomes.

If you are interested in having an assessment completed please reach out to 403-598-7451 or feel free to email tmblackconsulting@gmail.com

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Candice holds a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work and a Graduate Degree specializing in children and youth mental health. Candice is registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers and has 20 years of experience working with children, adults and families.

Candice recognizes that life can be difficult, filled with challenges, struggles and loss. When these situations happen, Candice knows that clients need support to move through the complexity of the situation and the overwhelming feelings.

Candice uses a variety of different methods in therapy and this includes CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, DBT, and Play Therapy. The method that Candice uses will be determined by your goals, needs and what is helpful for you.

Candice believes that therapy needs to meet the clients needs and that clients can process, think and absorb information differently. Because everyone is different in what they need, She will use methods that fit with the client.

Candice believes that connection is the foundation of a therapeutic relationship and it is important to feel comfortable with the therapist you choose.

If you feel that Candice could be that therapist, please reach out to connect for a consult or to book an appointment.

Candice holds a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work and a Graduate Degree specializing in chil... Read More

Trish holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Education degree. Trish is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor and a Registered Provisional Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in Alberta and Nova Scotia, working with children, adults and families.

Trish’s experience includes working within the school system, private and public organizations.

Trish values person centered care and is keen to help you heal and move forward in your journey while using an eclectic approach. Using a variety of therapeutic modalities, Trish will custom fit to the client’s needs.

Conveniently, Trish provides therapy through online, phone and in person sessions. Working out of the Red Deer office, Trish has flexible evening, weekend and day time hours.

If you feel Trish would be a good fit for you or your family member, reach out or book a consult or an appointment.

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Jennalee is an outgoing and adventurous Certified Canadian Counsellor, Registered Social Worker and holds a Master of Counselling Psychology degree with over 10 years of experience.

Jennalee is a therapist who is passionate about helping people navigate life’s ups and downs and she has worked closely with children aged 5-13 in the school system, as well as individuals and families facing a variety of challenges.

Jennalee’s therapeutic approach is using a variety of therapeutic modalities such as a solution-focused, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Jennalee believes in creating a warm, confidential, and supportive space where clients feel truly heard and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Jennalee works with individuals of all ages, specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety. Jennalee also works with couples and families helping partners rebuild trust, improve communication, and reconnect.

Jennalee is available for sessions in our new Lacombe office and in the Red Deer office on Wednesday mornings. She also offers online sessions and phone sessions. If you cannot find a time, please reach out to her directly.

During the warmer months, Jennalee also offers walk-and-talk sessions, providing a unique way to engage in therapy while benefiting from movement and fresh air.

At the heart of Jennalee’s work, she wants every client to feel safe, supported, and empowered to take the next step toward healing and growth. If you’re ready to make a change, she would love to walk alongside you on your journey.

If you feel that Jennalee is a match for you, feel free to book a consult or an appointment.

Jennalee is an outgoing and adventurous Certified Canadian Counsellor, Registered Social Worker ... Read More

As a Registered Psychologist, Andrea’s approach to therapy is focused on collaboration and empowerment while harnessing the power of strong relationships built on safety, trust, respect and humor.

Andrea aims is to listen and understand your experiences while offering you genuine kindness, compassion, and tools to help you move forward.

Andrea has several years experience providing therapy services within schools, foster care, group care programs, and community mental health settings.

During the day, Andrea provides clinical supervision to a team of mental health professionals for a large non-profit organization.

If you are needing support navigating difficult events, anxiety, depression, stress, or parenting issues, it would be Andrea’s honor to work alongside you.

As a busy working mom of two preteens and a former teacher, Andrea has a particular passion for supporting youth, parents and educators. Andrea draws from trauma-informed, body-based, and developmental approaches, specializing in EMDR therapy.

Treatment approaches are tailored to your strengths, life experiences, needs and goals.

Outside the office you can find Andrea driving her children from one activity to another or spending time with my golden retriever.

Please call or send an email to find out if working together might be a good fit for you.

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Tracey Black holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and a Master of Arts in Leadership. She is a certified clinical counsellor and a registered social worker.

With 32 years of experience, Tracey works with couples, individuals, families and children.

Tracey brings knowledge in working front line with children/families, in the school system, assessment for adoption, foster care, kinship, trauma and crisis intervention, mediation, investigations, mental health, leadership in health care and private business. Additionally Tracey provides educational sessions for organizations and debriefs to agencies that suffer from loss or tragedy.

Tracey is specially trained in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Mediation, Gottman Relationship Therapy, Emergency Disaster Planning, Trauma Informed Therapy, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety and assessment.

Tracey has owned her private practice since 2018 and serves clients in person and online.

Tracey works primarily out of the Red Deer office and this can be booked online, while the Lacombe office is by request and you must contact Tracey to book in this location.

Reach out anytime-this is a safe place to begin your journey.

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