Kristen Paliwoda
Registered Psychologist
Hello! My name is Kristen. I work with adults and adolescents who may be navigating difficult emotions, life transitions, relationship concerns, or moments when things feel uncertain. I'm naturally curious about people's stories and believe that understanding your experiences, strengths, and values is an important part of providing meaningful support.
Language
English
Care Options
In-Person in Edmonton
Virtual across Alberta
Accepting NEW Clients
Offers FREE 15-Minute Consultation
Availability
Weekday Morning
Weekday Afternoon
Works With
Adolescents 12+
Adults
Couples
Kristen provides support for perinatal mental health, accident recovery (MVA), trauma, perimenopause, anxiety, and life transitions.
How I Support My Clients
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Perimenopause
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Fertility & IVF
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Pregnancy Loss
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Pregnancy Loss
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Pregnancy & Postpartum
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Birth Trauma
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Motor Vehicle Accident
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Driving Anxiety
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Grief & Life Transitions
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Mindfulness-Based Therapy
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Narrative Therapy
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Person-Centered Therapy
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Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
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My approach is warm, relaxed, collaborative, and client-centered. I value the therapeutic relationship and work to create a space where clients feel heard, validated, and comfortable sharing at their own pace.
Healing isn’t about perfection; it’s about learning to be human with yourself. I believe therapy should feel like an exhale — a space where you can show up as you are and be met with understanding instead of expectation.
Direct Billing & Pricing
Your bill may be fully or partially covered by your insurance. We direct bill to most insurance plans.
Insurance Accepted by Kristen
Alberta Blue Cross
BFF (Breaking Free Foundation)
Green Shield
Medavie Blue Cross (In Process)
NHIB (In Process)
Sun Life (Insurer’s form required)
Telus E-claims (Insurer’s form required)
The claimsXchange
50-Minute Session
$235
per person
Still have questions?
Not sure where to begin? Contact our admin team for help exploring therapist and appointment options that may be a good fit for your needs.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about therapy with Kristen below. If you still have questions, contact us for answers. Our team is here to help.
Yes. Kristen offers virtual care across Alberta.
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Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) – Yorkville University
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology – University of Alberta
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Perinatal; Specialization Certificate - Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training (CPMHT) Program
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Yes. Kristen has perinatal mental health training and supports clients navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, birth trauma, perinatal anxiety, and the emotional transition into parenting.
Kristen has experience supporting individuals after motor vehicle accidents, including accident-related distress, driving anxiety, pain-related stress, sleep disruption, emotional reactivity, and adjustment challenges.
Kristen is EMDR trained and may integrate EMDR-informed approaches when appropriate. Whether EMDR is used depends on the client’s needs, goals, readiness, and treatment plan.
Yes. Kristen supports adults navigating perimenopause, midlife identity changes, relationship stress, anxiety, mood shifts, sleep disruption, and changing life roles.
A free 15-minute consultation is a brief introductory call to ask questions, share what you are looking for, and explore whether Kristen may be a good fit. It is not a full therapy session or a substitute for psychological care
