Many people come here after trying therapy and sensing there’s something deeper that still needs care.
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Welcome – I’m glad you’re here.
Sentience Counselling Services is a Calgary-based counselling practice offering trauma-, attachment-, and anxiety-focused therapy. My work is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and integrates evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, and somatic therapies.
I provide online individual counselling for adults and adolescents (Age 15+) across Alberta, including those seeking trauma therapy and IFS therapy in Calgary. My approach is compassionate and trauma-informed, with a focus on creating a space where you feel supported, understood, and respected as we work at your pace.
✦ YOU MIGHT BE IN THE RIGHT PLACE IF…
- You feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can’t think your way out of
- You’ve tried therapy before and sense there’s something deeper that still needs care
- You appear capable on the outside while feeling disconnected, guarded, or exhausted inside
- Relationships feel triggering, confusing, or emotionally hard to navigate
- You carry trauma, attachment wounds, or a persistent inner critic that won’t quiet
- You want therapy that is gentle, evidence-based, and goes beneath surface coping strategies
You don’t need to have the right words — we’ll begin where you are.
Offerings & Areas of Specialty
Explore services, approaches, and ways to begin
- Trauma & PTSD
- Complex Trauma
- Attachment Wounds / Codependency
- Relationship Challenges (e.g., romantic, friendships, familial)
- Self-Esteem & Confidence Issues
- Anxiety
- Mild to Moderate Depression
- Grief
- People Pleasing
- Perfectionism
- Shame & Guilt
- Emotion Regulation
- ADHD
- Dissociative Disorders
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Suicidal Ideation
- Stress & Burnout
- Boundaries & Assertiveness
- Communication Skills
- Internal Family Systems Therapy
- Somatic-Based Therapies
- Somatic EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy
- Individual Counselling Sessions
- Adults & Adolescents (Age 15+)
- 60 & 90 Minute Sessions Available
- Online Therapy
- Limited In-Person Availability
- Evening Sessions Available
We direct bill a number of major insurance companies, including but not limited to:
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan
- Calgary Police Service
- Canada Life
- Desjardins Insurance
- Equitable
- First Canadian
- Green Shield Canada
- Interim Federal Health Program
- Johnson Inc.
- Johnston Group
- Manulife Financial
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Metis Nation of Alberta
- Physician & Family Support Program
Please talk to your therapist about direct billing if you are interested.
Consultations offer an opportunity to meet with a therapist before committing to a full session. This time allows you to ask questions about their approach, ensure their expertise aligns with your needs, and see if you feel comfortable and safe working with them.
- Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or emotions
- Stuck in painful relationship patterns or disconnection
- Struggling with self-criticism, shame, or feeling “not enough”
- Navigating grief, loss, or major life transitions
- Feeling misunderstood or out of place in a demanding world
If these sound familiar, seeking counselling support may be the right choice for you…
Benefits of Counselling
Self-awareness
Gain insight into your behaviours, thoughts, and emotions.
Emotional Regulation
Learn techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.
Process Trauma
Work through past experiences that may be affecting your daily life and relationships.
Self-Confidence
Improve self-confidence and self-esteem by learning to relate differently to yourself.
Set Goals
Define personal and relationship goals and develop a plan to achieve them.
Navigate Life Changes
Get support through significant life changes such as marriage, divorce, relocation, or becoming parents.
Communication Skills
Express thoughts and feelings clearly and listen actively to your partner. Effective communication supports conflict resolution.
Develop Connection
Foster deeper intimacy and understanding within your relationship.
Build Trust
Address issues of trust and learn ways to rebuild and maintain it.
Here are some places to get started
What Does Therapy Look Like at Sentience Counselling?
Sentience Counselling Services offers a transformative journey towards healing and personal growth. With a commitment to individualized support, the counselling process is designed to address your unique needs. Begin your path to emotional well-being by scheduling a free 20-minute consultation and discover the tailored guidance that Sentience Counselling provides on your journey to self-discovery and healing.
Contact us by email or phone to schedule your free 20 minute consultation.
Book your initial appointment for consent and intake assessment
Book your initial therapy session
Therapy Sessions with regular milestone checkins
Land Acknowledgment: Recognizing and Honoring Treaty 7 and Metis Nation in Southern Alberta
Sentience Counselling Services, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Metis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6).
Welcome to Change Your Mind Blog
Welcome to the Change Your Mind blog, my name is Katie Hilchey (She/Her), and I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, Canada. I hope this blog will offer valuable insights and tips on a range of mental health topics and provide helpful information on subjects I’m passionate about, including issues like complex trauma, attachment, self-confidence, and internal family systems therapy. I aim to post regularly, addressing these topics, along with practical tools and coping skills for managing stress, burnout, anxiety, and more. Thank you for visiting!
Sentience Counselling: Illuminate Your Path to Healing and Personal Growth
Embark on your path to personal growth and healing with Sentience Counselling in Alberta, where our therapists provide dedicated support. Discover transformative counselling services tailored to your needs. Take the first step towards emotional well-being – schedule a free 20-minute consultation with Sentience Counselling today.