Hi! I’m
Candace Legault
Registered Provisional Psychologist, CCTS-I
I transitioned to psychology after a career in the corporate world in oil and gas for over a decade.
I lived in a state of burnout and didn’t understand why I couldn’t focus, sleep and enjoy basic things in life.
In 2018, I was in a car accident that left me with a chronic back injury. Fast forward to today, I support those that are burnt out, stressed, anxious, working either in the corporate world, as a first responder or frontline workers, and dealing with chronic pain becuase these are close to my heart.
When I’m not at work, I spend my downtime at home with my partner (who is in healthcare) and an entourage of cats, all while watching reality TV (Housewives, Bachelorette, The Challenge… you name it) after a days work. I aim to incorporate movement into my days but also love a good cuddle puddle on the couch.
I go to therapy too, because nobody truly has it figured out.
When I read, I indulge in psychological thrillers and gather more knowledge about my profession - why not add a dash of seriousness to my life? I love coffee, and am having a hard time accepting that it’s not helpful for my anxiety and that I don’t need it. I’m an animal lover, with a soft spot for cats, horses, and pandas.. because who doesn’t appreciate a creature that’s a mischeivous, walking marshmallow?
I am not everyone’s cup of tea, but if we are going to work together, it’s important that we fit. I offer a 45 minute complimentary consultation to new clients where we really get to test the waters.
A mental health therapist and human with anxious tendencies helping others reconnect with themselves and make meaning of their existence.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I) practicing in Calgary, Alberta.
Training: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist-Individual (CCTS-I), Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS)
the only way out, is through
Robert Frost
My inspirations span the spectrum from scientific to spiritual, embracing all beliefs and viewpoints that enter my office. We all have the capacity to heal, but sometimes we need some support.
Types of therapies that I draw from regularly in sessions include;
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Existentialism
Internal Family Systems
Humanistic Therapy
Polyvagal Theory
Psychodynamic Therapy
Somatic Therapy