Counselling in South West Calgary
Curio Counselling serves South West Calgary residents from our office at 1414 8 St SW — central to nearly every SW inner-city community, from Marda Loop and Altadore in the south, to Bankview and Killarney in the west, to Elbow Park and Mount Royal next door — and reaching out to the west-edge communities around Aspen Woods and West Springs and the deep-south communities around Evergreen and Shawnessy. We provide individual, couples, family, child and youth, and trauma-focused therapy with registered psychologists and certified counsellors, both in person and virtually across Alberta.
Why SW Calgary Residents Choose Curio Counselling
SW Calgary covers a lot of ground — from busy young-family neighbourhoods around Marda Loop and Garrison Woods, to established communities in Elbow Park and Mount Royal, to dense inner-city pockets in Bankview, Killarney, and South Calgary, out to the affluent west edge and the deep-south growth corridor. The therapy concerns we see from SW residents are equally varied: parenting strain in households with young kids, couples drifting under work and childcare pressure, anxiety and burnout in mid-career professionals, trauma work, and the slower work of identity, grief, and life direction.
Our 8 St SW office sits central to all of it — most inner-city SW residents reach us in under 15 minutes. Just as importantly, we match each client with a therapist whose clinical training, lived experience, and approach fits what you're actually working on. Fit drives outcomes — we treat it that way from your first call.
SW Calgary Communities We Serve
Our central SW location means most inner-city SW communities are a short drive or walk away. Communities we regularly support include:
- Altadore — ~7 minutes south via 14 Street SW
- Marda Loop / South Calgary — ~6 minutes south via 14 Street SW
- Richmond / Knob Hill — ~7 minutes southwest
- Bankview — ~5 minutes west
- Killarney / Glengarry — ~10 minutes southwest via 17 Ave SW
- Garrison Woods & Currie — ~8 minutes south
- Elbow Park & Britannia — ~5 minutes south
- Rideau Park & Roxboro — ~6 minutes southeast
- Scarboro & Sunalta — ~5 minutes west
- Shaganappi & Westgate — ~10 minutes west
Our SW catchment also reaches the west edge and the deep south. These communities are a longer drive, so virtual sessions are the practical default — each has its own dedicated page:
- Aspen Woods, Springbank Hill & West Springs — ~15–20 minutes west via Bow Trail or 17 Ave SW
- Evergreen, Shawnessy & Bridlewood — ~20–30 minutes south via Stoney Trail and 14 Street SW
The neighbouring SW community of Mount Royal is covered by its own dedicated page.
A Central SW Office, Easy to Reach
Curio Counselling is located at 1414 8 St SW, Suite 200, inside Mount Royal Place. Most inner-city SW Calgary clients reach us in 5–15 minutes via 14 Street SW, 17 Ave SW, or Crowchild Trail. Free 2-hour street parking is available on 14th and 15th Ave SW, with pay parking at Vibe Lot 75 directly behind the building. The 8 Street MAX Purple LRT stop is a 4-minute walk.
Evidence-Based Therapy, Matched to You
Our therapists work with evidence-based modalities including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Method for couples, EMDR for trauma, somatic therapy, and play and art therapy for younger clients. Sessions are 50 minutes, fully confidential, and shaped around your goals — not a script.
In-Person, Online, and Phone Therapy Sessions
For busy SW families and professionals, the option to switch between in-person and secure video matters. Every Curio therapist offers both, and many SW clients alternate week-to-week to keep care consistent through travel, sick days, school holidays, and weather. Online counselling produces outcomes comparable to in-person therapy for most concerns — what matters most is consistency and the strength of the therapeutic relationship.
Killarney, Glengarry & Shaganappi
Counselling in Killarney, Glengarry and Shaganappi runs three to five minutes from our door along 17 Avenue SW. Families in these communities most often book child therapy and teen counselling alongside parent sessions, so the work happens in the same place rather than across three appointments in three parts of the city.
Counselling Services for SW Calgary Residents
- Individual Counselling — anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, life transitions, identity, grief, self-esteem.
- Couples & Marriage Counselling — Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Discernment Counselling.
- Family Counselling — communication, parenting differences, blended families, parent-teen conflict.
- Child and Youth Counselling — for ages 4+ navigating anxiety, school stress, emotion regulation, big feelings.
- Play Therapy — for younger children expressing themselves through play.
- Art Therapy — for clients who connect through creative process.
- Trauma & PTSD Therapy — EMDR, somatic, and trauma-informed approaches.
- ADHD Therapy — adult-focused strategy work and emotion regulation.
- Depression Counselling — evidence-based support for mild, moderate, and chronic depression.
- Grief & Loss Counselling — recent loss, anticipatory grief, unresolved bereavement.
Who Benefits from Counselling in SW Calgary?
- Young families in Marda Loop, Altadore, Garrison Woods, and Currie navigating parenting strain, sleep loss, and relationship distance.
- Couples in long-term relationships feeling disconnected, stuck in conflict cycles, or recovering from a breach of trust.
- Parents of children or teens dealing with anxiety, school refusal, big emotions, or social struggles.
- Mid-career professionals in Bankview, Killarney, Elbow Park, and Scarboro running on chronic stress or burnout.
- West-edge and deep-south families in Aspen Woods, West Springs, Evergreen, and Shawnessy who prefer virtual sessions that fit around the commute.
- Established adults processing midlife transitions, career pivots, or identity reorganization.
- Adults working through trauma — recent, childhood, or accumulated over time.
- LGBTQ2S+ Calgarians seeking an affirming therapist.
Book a Free, 20-Minute Consultation
Therapeutic fit is the strongest predictor of whether therapy actually works. That's why we offer every SW Calgary client a free, no-obligation 20-minute phone or video consultation with the Curio therapist of your choice. Ask about their approach, talk through what you're hoping to work on, and decide whether the fit is right before booking a paid session.
Our SW Calgary Therapists
All Curio clinicians hold a Master of Counselling degree from an accredited university and are members in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP), the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and/or the Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta (ACTA). Our team includes Registered Psychologists, Canadian Certified Counsellors, and Counselling Therapists with specialized training in Gottman, EFT, EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, somatic, and play-based modalities.
Our SW Calgary Office
Curio Counselling
1414 8 St SW, Suite 200
Calgary, AB T2R 1J6
Phone: 403-243-0303
Email: [email protected]
Getting here from SW Calgary: 5–15 minutes from most inner-city SW communities via 14 Street SW, 17 Ave SW, or Crowchild Trail. The 8 Street MAX Purple LRT stop is a 4-minute walk. Free 2-hour street parking on 14th and 15th Ave SW; Vibe Parking Lot 75 directly behind Mount Royal Place ($4/hr, free after 6pm weekdays and after 6pm Saturdays).
Frequently Asked Questions — Counselling in SW Calgary
Where is Curio Counselling located in SW Calgary?
Curio Counselling is at 1414 8 St SW, Suite 200, inside Mount Royal Place — on the SW Calgary / Beltline border, central to most inner-city SW communities including Marda Loop, Altadore, Bankview, Killarney, Elbow Park, Garrison Woods, and Mount Royal.
How much does counselling cost in SW Calgary at Curio?
Individual sessions are 50 minutes at $200 with our Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCCs) and Counselling Therapists (CTs). Rates with Registered Psychologists align with the Psychologists' Association of Alberta fee schedule. Calgary therapy fees typically range $160–$235 per session — our rates sit at the accessible end of the range for credentialed clinicians. Alberta Health Care does not cover private therapy, but most extended health benefit plans reimburse some or all of the cost.
Does my insurance cover therapy?
Most extended health benefit plans in Alberta cover counselling. Registered Psychologists are typically covered by all major insurers; Canadian Certified Counsellors and Counselling Therapists are covered by Canada Life, Manulife, Sun Life, Greenshield, Blue Cross, and others. We provide insurance-ready receipts after every session. We recommend confirming your annual maximum and which credentials your plan covers before booking.
Do you offer in-person counselling for SW Calgary residents?
Yes. Our office at 1414 8 St SW is central to most SW Calgary communities — 5–15 minutes from Marda Loop, Altadore, Bankview, Killarney, Elbow Park, Garrison Woods, and surrounding areas. We also offer secure video and phone sessions for clients who prefer virtual therapy or need flexibility week-to-week.
What therapy approaches do you offer?
Our therapists work with evidence-based modalities including CBT, ACT, EFT, IFS, Gottman Method for couples, EMDR for trauma, somatic therapy, narrative therapy, and play and art therapy for younger clients. We match each client with a therapist whose training and approach fits the work you're trying to do.
Do you offer couples and family counselling?
Yes. Several Curio therapists specialize in couples work using Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Discernment Counselling. We also provide family counselling for parenting challenges, blended families, parent-teen conflict, and communication breakdowns.
Do you work with children and teens?
Yes. We work with children ages 4+ using talk-based and play therapy approaches, and with teens on anxiety, depression, school stress, identity, peer relationships, and family conflict. For younger children, play therapy gives kids a developmentally appropriate way to express what they can't yet put into words.
Do you offer evening or Saturday appointments?
Yes. We offer evening sessions during the week and Saturday hours — specifically to accommodate working professionals and busy SW families.
What's your cancellation policy?
We require a minimum of 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule a session without charge. Late cancellations are billed at the full session fee, as the time has been reserved specifically for you. Emergencies happen — please reach out to your therapist directly if you're in an unexpected situation.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Research consistently shows that for most concerns — including anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions — online counselling produces outcomes comparable to in-person therapy. Many SW Calgary clients mix formats based on the week. The most important factor isn't the format — it's the strength of the therapeutic relationship and how consistently you attend.