My Approach:

Hi there! My name’s Vanessa Rae. I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Cochrane AB.

I work from a holistic and eclectic lens, drawing from multiple therapeutic models while honoring the connection between mind, body, and spirit. My foundation leans toward attachment theory and psychodynamic approaches, while also integrating body-based and trauma-informed methods.

I’d describe myself as a gentle, attuned therapist who also knows when to lovingly challenge my clients to support their growth. I understand that trust takes time to build, so I always move at a pace that feels safe and respectful. My role is to walk beside you - meeting you where you are, while encouraging you toward the version of yourself you long to become.

I believe deeply in the power of slowing down, turning inward, and reconnecting with nature. This is the medicine that grounds and restores us in a world that so often demands too much.