Solution Focused Psychology wants to help you explore your feelings and experiences in a safe environment, without fear of judgement, as there is no reason to be ashamed or embarrassed. They are there to listen to you and offer education, guidance, support and diagnosis if necessary.
Fortunately, we have seen a rising awareness of the importance of mental health in our community and the positive impact that talking about our mental health can have. It’s ok to not be ok! Then once you have taken the brave step to contact one of our therapists, it is ok to feel nervous. For so many years, society has made it hard to talk openly about our struggles, and that it makes us appear weak. Importantly, everyone has a role in diffusing mental health stigma. People should educate themselves about mental health issues, and better comprehend what life is like for those living with these conditions. It is necessary to become better informed when realizing that yourself, a friend, family member, or coworker is living with a mental illness. We are all in this together.
“Owning our STORY and loving ourselves through that process is the BRAVEST thing that we will ever do.”
by Brené Brown, from the Gifts of Imperfection
Amanda Muryn
Credentials: B.Sc., B.Sc. OT, MACP, Registered Psychologist & Owner of Solution
Focused Psychology
Specialty: Children/Adolescents/Adults
I was born and raised in Medicine Hat, and for the past fourteen years, Amanda has been practicing in Medicine Hat in various settings to assess and counsel children, families and adults. She uses a holistic and relationally-based approach when treating clients and families.
Areas of specialty are: Trauma, Attachment Disorders, Return to Work Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Play Therapy, Psychoeducational Assessments, Psychological Assessments, Trauma Assessments, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Shame Resiliency, Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Credentials: Canadian Certified Counsellor
Specialty: Teenagers, Adults & Couples
Tiffany is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who works with adults and teenagers in both individual and couples counselling. Tiffany believes in taking a holistic and empathetic approach in counselling that is grounded in evidence-based techniques. Tiffany recognizes that all clients are different and considers their emotional, physical, spiritual, and social factors when co-creating a plan towards well-being.
Life is complicated, messy, and sometimes painful- but that does not mean we are powerless to whatever happens. Tiffany hopes that counselling can help empower people to better understand themselves and develop the necessary tools they need to navigate the challenges of life. Tiffany hopes to help her clients find peace in their lives, especially in today's fast-paced world.
Tiffany has completed both her Master of Arts Degree and her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. When not at work, Tiffany can usually be found out with her horses, at the gym, reading, or spending time with friends and family.
Areas of specialty are: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Relationship Challenges, Coping, Self-Care, Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Tiffany is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and utilizes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), as well as other modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Narrative Therapy.
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