Wendy Ryden

When stress, conflict, or loss begin to overshadow daily life, Wendy helps bring clarity and connection back.

Wendy supports Teens, Adults, Couples, and Families through trauma, relationship challenges, and burnout with empathy and wisdom. Drawing on Christian faith-sensitive, and trauma-informed care, Wendy helps clients rediscover stability, peace, and purpose in themselves, their relationships and their families.  

Serving St. Albert and Edmonton area.

Areas Wendy Can Help With

Teens

• Anxiety, depression, and mood challenges

• ADHD and Autism (including Asperger’s Syndrome)
  
  
  
  

• Trauma and emotional regulation
  
  
  

• Family conflict and communication
  
  
  

• Grief and loss
  
  
  

• Stress, burnout, and self-esteem
  
  
  

Adults

• Anxiety, depression, and insomnia

• ADHD and Autism (including Asperger’s Syndrome)
  
  
  
  

• Trauma and PTSD
  
  
  

• Stress and burnout
  
  
  

• Grief, loss, and life transitions
  
  
  

• Family and relationship difficulties
  
  
  

• Parenting support, including families with neurodiversities
  
  
  

• Mindfulness and self-awareness
  
  
  

• Separation and divorce
  
  
  

Couples & Families

• Relationship communication and conflict resolution
  
  
  

• Strengthening connection and emotional intimacy
  
  
  

• Family stress and parenting challenges
  
  
  

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Approaches & Methods Used

• CBT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – reframing negative thought patterns and improving coping skills
  
  
  

• CBT-I – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia – addressing the root causes of poor sleep and restoring healthy rest patterns
  
  
  

• DBT – Dialectical Behaviour Therapy – enhancing emotional regulation and distress tolerance
  
  
  

• EFT – Emotion-Focused Therapy – strengthening emotional awareness and connection in relationships
  
  
  

• EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing – reprocessing trauma and reducing emotional triggers
  
  
  

• SB – Strengths-Based Therapy – focusing on personal strengths and self-empowerment
  
  
  

• MB – Mindfulness-Based Strategies – cultivating awareness, acceptance, and calm
  
  
  

• Christian Faith-Based Counselling (upon request) integrating evidence-based methods with spiritual wisdom

Wendy’s integrative style blends science and compassion, tailoring every session to the individual, couple, or family she supports.

Credentials & Experience

• Registered Clinical Social Worker — Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW)
  
  
  

• Master of Social Work (Clinical) — University of Toronto
  
  
  

• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology Major) — Acadia University
  
  
  

• Over 15 years in private practice as a psychotherapist
  
  
  

• Adjunct professor at Vanguard College, teaching courses in social sciences and counselling
  
  
  

• Former roles with Alberta Health Services in community mental health, crisis response, and acute care
  
  
  

• Extensive experience working with families navigating neurodevelopmental and mental health challenges
  
  
  

Wendy’s Approach to Counselling

Wendy believes that healing begins with safety, empathy, and collaboration. She values the courage it takes to begin counselling and works alongside clients to identify strengths, process pain, and build resilience. Whether addressing trauma, family conflict, or chronic stress, Wendy helps clients move toward greater peace, stability, and fulfillment.

Book an Appointment

Wendy is currently accepting new clients for in-person and online counselling in St. Albert, Alberta.