Teske Counselling Services
Shelly Teske-Hulan is a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience offering private counselling that specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and grief using EMDR and other therapeutic approaches. She emphasizes a wholistic approach grounded in spiritual,
- Emphasis on depression & anxiety
- Faith-based counselling
- 5 client reviews (4.2★ average)
Strong fit for depression & anxiety.
Shelly Teske-Hulan is a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience offering private counselling that specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and grief using EMDR and other therapeutic approaches. She emphasizes a wholistic approach grounded in spiritual, emotional, and physical healing with Christian counselling available.
EMDR therapy is a primary treatment modality offered
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What they're known for.
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Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- Trauma processing and recovery
- Clients who have not found success with other therapy approaches
Ask first if
- EMDR therapy is a primary treatment modality offered
- Prior unsuccessful therapy attempts
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Red Deer families.
Red Deer, AB
In their own words.
“The counselling/therapy I received from Shelly has been transformational! I highly recommend her services and the EMDR therapy. You can trust the process.”
“So compassionate, wise and practical.”
Excerpts from public Google reviews. See all reviews on the provider's Google listing.
Compare with similar Red Deer providers.
| Provider | Reviews | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teske Counselling Services · this provider | 5 | 4.2 | Depression & Anxiety |
| Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre | 104 | 4.5 | — |
| Turning Point Society: Harm Reduction in Central Alberta | 85 | 4.8 | — |
| Red Deer - Alberta Supports Centre | 42 | 2.4 | — |
| Alberta Health Services | 24 | 3.4 | — |
| Canadian Mental Health Assn | 22 | 4.1 | — |
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What type of therapy does Teske Counselling Services specialize in? +
Teske Counselling Services, led by Shelly Teske, specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. Multiple reviewers specifically credit EMDR with helping them process trauma after other approaches had not worked.
Is Teske Counselling Services a good fit if I've tried other therapies without success? +
Based on reviewer experiences, it may be a strong option for those who have struggled to make progress elsewhere. At least one reviewer noted that previous therapy avenues had not resolved their trauma before finding success with Shelly's EMDR approach.
How quickly might someone expect to notice a difference? +
One reviewer reported feeling noticeably different within the first three sessions, though individual results will vary. Reviews consistently describe the experience as transformational over the course of treatment.
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