Monika Pakstas · Counselling · Calgary

About Monika

Their own words

Meet Monika I work with individuals 16 and above across Alberta, including adults in their senior years. My areas of specialty include: - Disordered eating - Body image - Trauma, with specialty in the areas of sexual violence and family violence/abuse and intimate partner violence - Depression - Anxiety - Perinatal mental health, including managing stress before, during or after pregnancy; adapting to being a parent; enhancing self-care; dealing with feelings of anxiety or low mood - Aging and adapting to new life stages - Relationship concerns - Addictions My approach to therapy is a collaborative one built on a strong and trusting relationship. I am here to support you in exploring and gaining a deeper understanding of the thoughts, feelings or challenging experiences that have brought you to seek therapy. In doing so, we can work to uncover narratives that support your well-being, and skills that will help you move forwards towards more peace and contentment in your relationships to yourself and others. I have a Masters of Social Work degree and am a Registered Social Worker in Alberta. I have completed specialized training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Narrative Therapy. I have also completed training in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. In addition, I access specialized supervision and training around eating disorder support. I have also completed training in mindfulness.

Often treats: AbuseAgingAnxietyBinge eating disorder (eating disorders)Body ImageDepressionDivorceDomestic Abuse or ViolenceDual Diagnosis
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Eating disordersElderly Persons DisordersEmotion RegulationEmotional AbuseFamily planningFears / PhobiasGeriatric CounsellingInfertility or AdoptionInfidelityLonelinessMental DisordersMood disordersObesityPanic disorderParentingPersistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymic Disorder)Postpartum depressionPost-traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD)Pregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumRelationship IssuesSeasonal Affective DisorderSelf EsteemSex, sexuality, intimacySexual AbuseSocial Anxiety DisorderSocial IsolationStressSuicidal ThoughtsSuicideTraumaWomen's IssuesWorkplace stress
Sees: Adults (18+) · LGBTQ2+ · Seniors (65+) · Teens (13-17)
Trained at: Masters of Social Work
Credentials: Master of Social Work (MSW) · Registered Social Worker (RSW)
Member of: AB College of Social Workers

Services & prices

10 options across 5 treatments · Direct billing

Adult Individual Counselling Session

“50-minute in-person session at the MP office.”4 options

From $220 to $330 for 50–75 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.

ConsultationNew patient

“15-minute Telehealth consultation for new clients. Choosing a therapist is an important decision and we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please note that this consultation is not a therapy session. Rather, it is an opportunity for you to ask questions and for us to acquaint you with our approach, training, schedule, etc.”2 options

Price not listed

Youth Counselling Session with Parents/GuardiansNew patient

“Book this appointment if your child/teen will be attending counselling. The first session is with parents/guardians only for children under 13. Teens may attend with parents/guardians. The child/teen should be the primary client.”

$22050 min

Youth Counselling Session

“Book this appointment only after an initial session with parents/guardians has been completed.”2 options

$22050 min

Youth Counselling: Family Session

“Book this appointment if your therapist has recommended a family session as a part of your child's overall individual counselling. The child/teen should be the primary client. If you would like to book family therapy, please book a family therapy session.”

$22050 min

Openings checked 10 min ago · prices come straight from the clinic — never marked up