Meet the Counselling Therapist:

Counsellor Therapist and
Personal or Practicum Education Supervisor
(Provisional Supervisor Educator)

Deborah has over 20 years of education and practice in coaching, counselling, and therapy, as well as a lifetime of experience in business and entrepreneurship, guiding individuals toward personal growth and mental well-being. Her approach integrates trauma-informed and spirituality-informed care, along with practical neuroplastic techniques, to address a full spectrum of challenges.

With over six years of employment with a leading Employee Assistance and Workplace Support Program Provider, Deborah's experience includes issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, child & youth, addiction, career, weight loss & disordered eating. Deborah's approach enables meaningful, lasting change through neurolinguistic, insight-oriented, and family systems therapies, as well as behavioural neuroscience and relapse-prevention strategies. Dedicated to fostering empowerment and resilience, she prioritizes accessible care, offering sessions of up to 80 minutes and scaled or fixed-session rate in collaboration with major insurance providers.

Deborah Abigail Grose-Checkel CT MICM MDiv CPST CPSP PSE CNPBH(11)

Counselling Therapist

Association of Counselling Therapists of Alberta - 1109

Certified Psychospiritual Therapist

Psychospiritual Care Practitioner

Provisional Supervisor-Educator

Canadian Association of Spiritual Care - 58645264

American Clinical Pastoral Education - Psychotherapist/Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counsellor

Daughter, sister, wife, mother, step-mother, mother-in-law, grandmother.

RECENT UPGRADING:

Master Professional Life Coach

Master Wellness Coach

Sobriety Coach, Spirituality Coach,

Transformation Academy;

Internal Family Systems-Trauma Treatment Program Coach

Professional Education Systems Institute;

Evidence-Based Parent Coach

Mental Health Academy

Couples Coach

ZUR Institute

Brain Coach

Brain Academy

Somatic Experience Coach

National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine

Confidentiality & Security Assurance:

For your peace of mind, Deborah Abigail has a clear RCMP Vulnerable Persons Sector Check and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Status.

Legal Disclaimer for Coaching, Counselling, and Therapy:

The information, advice, and guidance provided by Deborah Grose-Checkel in this coaching, counselling, or therapy session, program, or class are for educational purposes with the client's informed consent; and are based on principles of neuro-linguistic, insight-oriented, family-systems therapy and behavioural neuroscience, based on how the brain influences behaviour and vice versa. While the coaching, counselling, or therapy process is designed to offer practical strategies that can lead to tangible results, individual outcomes may vary, and no specific results are guaranteed.

The coaching, counselling, or therapy provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition. Participation in coaching, counselling, or therapy is voluntary and occurs as the client's choice. Deborah Grose-Checkel and the coaching, counselling, or therapy services provided do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any medical conditions. If you are experiencing significant mental health challenges, we strongly recommend you consult a licensed healthcare professional.

By engaging in the coaching, counselling, or therapy process, you acknowledge that the recommendations provided are based on principles from neuro-linguistic, insight-oriented, family-systems therapy and behavioural neuroscience, which may have varying effects depending on individual circumstances and perspectives. Results will depend on your active engagement with the recommendations and your specific context.

Education and Certificates listed below.

The Secret to Life: negotiation, negotiation, negotiation

True-North Counselling and Therapy offers options for emotional, physical, and spiritual counselling therapy for victorious daily living through trauma-informed, Neuro-Linguistic, Somatic Therapy Mentions (Creative Art) Family Systems, and Insight-Oriented Therapy.

We believe in a wholistic approach to mental health, combining empathy, expertise, and personalized care to help clients navigate life's challenges. As your counsellor, I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and confidential space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences.

With a focus on empowerment and growth, we are committed to fostering resilience, self-awareness, and positive change in every individual we work with.

Whether you are seeking individual therapy, couples counselling, or family support, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs.

Our focus is to satisfy our clients as per their personally disclosed presenting issue(s) and goal(s) set. Each client is asked to reflect on their self-evaluation and progress throughout each session, as well as their progress in between consecutive sessions.

Our Counsellor will assess and evaluate each client's individual situation(s) and offer observations, options, and suggestions as indicated by the progress and satisfaction of the client.