A Greeting from Anissa (she/her)
Registered Provisional Psychologist. Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher.
A note for returning clients: Please note that Anissa will be away from July 31st to August 25th
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Hello, I am Anissa!
As a registered provisional psychologist, trauma-informed yoga teacher, and mindful runner, I am passionate about helping you create a joyful life. My Mission: To amplify your strengths and help you create your best life. I have earned a Master of Science degree in Psychology and Neuroscience as well as Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Within my undergraduate degree, I completed a directed study in positive psychology researching aspects that contribute to human flourishing. This sparked me to complete a Master's degree, where I was able to research happy and mindful movement, linking my passions for yoga and running with positive psychology and mindfulness. My study led me to create unique interventions for anxiety and stress-related disorders which I integrate into my work. Finding joyful moments can be a tough feat in this world. I would love the opportunity to help you find peace during these trying times. It is an honour to support children, teens, and adult individuals. I look forward to connecting with you! Warmly, Anissa Pronouns: she/her |
Dr. Melissa Jay is an Indigenous, Nehiyaw-Métis member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Canmore Counselling is located Châ Ûpchîchîyen Kudebi (translated from Îyârhe Nakoda as “shooting at the willows”), colonially known as Canmore. The physical location of Canmore Counselling & the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology is in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which is considered Treaty 7 land and home of Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III, and the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda, including the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Wesley First Nations, as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations. As an act of reconciliation and commitment to decolonization, we are committed to the TRC's Calls to Action.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism are inherent to trauma-informed care. Thank you for being here.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism are inherent to trauma-informed care. Thank you for being here.