Emotion Regulation Therapy in Calgary
What is Emotion Regulation?
Emotional regulation isn’t about staying calm or shutting down feelings — it’s about understanding what your emotions are communicating and responding in a grounded way. Many of us grew up without healthy models for expressing emotion, or learned to cope by numbing, overthinking, or pushing past our limits. These strategies once helped us get through difficult moments, but they can become exhausting.
Together, we explore how emotions show up in your body, what activates your system, and which practices help bring you back into balance. Through breath, somatic grounding, and gentle reflection, you can learn to meet your emotions with curiosity and create more space for choice, clarity, and calm.
Common Signs & Symptoms:
Feeling easily overwhelmed or emotionally “on edge”
Frequent mood swings or emotional outbursts
Difficulty calming down after feeling upset or stressed
Numbing or avoiding emotions through distractions or unhealthy habits
Trouble identifying or expressing what you’re feeling
Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
Physical signs of tension such as fatigue, headaches, or restlessness
These experiences are common and human—but when emotions start to feel unmanageable or interfere with daily life, therapy can help you build skills to find steadiness and self-understanding.
Does This Sound Like You?
“I get overwhelmed by my emotions and don’t know how to bring myself back down.”
“I grew up without healthy examples of how to express feelings, so I still default to shutting down or pushing through.”
“I overthink or numb out because sitting with my emotions feels scary or unfamiliar.”
“My body reacts before I can make sense of what I’m feeling — tension, racing thoughts, or panic come on fast.”
“I want to respond more calmly and intentionally, but old patterns take over before I can catch them.”
How I Help
Together, we’ll choose the approach that feels most comfortable and effective for you, so your care is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Learn to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that intensify emotional distress, helping you respond to situations more calmly and clearly.
Somatic Therapy
You’ll tune into your body’s signals, releasing stored tension and learning to regulate emotions through physical awareness and grounding.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Learn to accept emotions without judgment, allowing them to come and go while you stay centered on what truly matters to you.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
You’ll learn to understand and compassionately connect with the different “parts” of yourself, helping you find inner harmony, self-acceptance, and emotional balance during times of change.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Explore and express emotions in safe ways, deepening your capacity for emotional connection and self-acceptance.
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Build concrete skills for emotional awareness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness, empowering you to stay balanced and in control even during intense moments.