Meet our Therapists

Keisha is a Registered Counsellor with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology. Originally from Fort McMurray, Alberta, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology before advancing her expertise in counselling.

Keisha has extensive experience in providing therapeutic services, having worked at the Calgary Counselling Centre where she offered individual therapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. She has also facilitated anger management and addictions support groups. Her diverse therapeutic approach includes modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and more.

In addition to her counselling work, Keisha collaborates with medical students enrolled in the three-year medical program at the University of Calgary. In this role, she assists students in navigating challenges such as burnout, imposter syndrome, and career choices related to residency programs. Her unique perspective on the medical school journey enhances her ability to provide empathetic support and guidance.

During her internship focused on the criminal justice system, Keisha gained invaluable experience working within a juvenile detention center, providing comprehensive support to youth and their families, addressing issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidality, community transition, and financial stability.

In her clinical practice, Keisha has successfully assisted individuals facing challenges related to work-life balance, addictions, self-harm, and psychosis. Her role as a Family Counsellor within the Eating Disorder Inpatient Program at Alberta Health Services has further equipped her with a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding eating disorders and family dynamics.

Keisha’s commitment to fostering mental well-being and resilience reflects her dedication to empowering individuals on their journey towards personal growth and recovery.

Graham's (He/Him) career began working in childcare while pursuing a diploma in Community Rehabilitation (renamed Disability Studies) at Mt. Royal College. Sparking an interest in teaching, Graham subsequently spent over a decade employed in Calgary public schools and in community-based youth programs. During this time, Graham also completed a degree in Child Studies (Mt. Royal), and in Professional Arts with a Human Services focus (Athabasca University). 

Upon working with families for the first time Graham decided to pursue clinical counselling and psychology, completing a Counselling Psychology master’s degree (Yorkville University). Graham honed his clinical skills providing counselling to children, adolescents, and families in the non-profit sector for several years before moving to the private sector with a focus on individual and couples. Graham has been with SAWH since 2022. 

Characteristic of Graham’s approach is a commitment to collaboration, non-judgement, compassion, and learning. He prioritizes research-evidenced modalities to address a wide range of concern relating to how we think, feel, and behave. Common presenting issues may include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationships, parenting, and neurodivergence. 

Graham looks forward to partnering with you to actualize the changes you envision.

Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Registered Provisional Psychologist

Canadian Certified Counsellor 

Counselling-Therapist

Hours: in-person Mon-Thur (9am, 10am, 12pm) and Fri (11am, 12pm)

Katherine (She/Her) is a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW). Katherine was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and has 10 plus years of experience in therapy, counselling and clinical work. She also has her own private practice, Amara Wellness Collective, that continues to support individuals in the community. 

Katherine obtained her undergraduate social work degree from the University of Victoria and completed her graduate studies at Dalhousie University, both institutions emphasizing an anti-oppressive framework. With a deep understanding of the impact of oppression and its intersectionality on mental health, she prioritizes addressing these issues for holistic well-being. Passionate about advocating for women's autonomy and reproductive rights, Katherine has dedicated years to supporting and empowering women. 

Katherine has also spent six years as a Family Counselor with the Calgary Eating Disorders Program(CEDP), offering psycho-educational support, individual, family, and group therapy. Her expertise encompasses impulsivity management, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to address trauma, Suicide Prevention, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychotherapy, Trans-Theoretical Model of Change, and Solution-Based Therapy.  Katherine firmly believes in fostering connections and providing a person-centered approach to wellness journeys in a non-judgmental and supportive environment.

Dr. Michelle Klassen (she/her) is a family physician and clinical assistant professor with the Cumming School of Medicine who has been in practice since 2012. Initially practicing cradle-to-grave family medicine, she now leans heavily into mental health care, currently more than 80% of her practice. She has taught in the Family Medicine residency program since graduation in various roles, is involved in medical leadership roles, and continues to be passionate about education and mental health. In addition, Dr. Klassen holds a PhD in viral vaccinology and understands (and has experienced) the stresses of both medical and graduate school. 

Dr. Klassen uses an integrative therapy approach, using both therapeutic modalities (including psychoeducation, mindfulness, CBT and DBT) and medication, if indicated. She has a strong interest in working with adult learners and the special challenges in that population. 

Outside of clinical medicine, Dr. Klassen can be found outdoors bike riding, kayaking or skiing, or in the kitchen whipping up something delicious. 

Dr. Huber is originally from Saskatchewan and completed medical school at the University of Saskatchewan. She went on to complete her resident training in Family Medicine at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Following that, Dr. Huber and her husband came to Calgary to be closer to family and to begin her career.

Dr. Huber loves everything about being a family doctor, and is thrilled to be a part of the team at Revolution Medical Clinic. Some of her favourite things about Family Medicine include being able to provide care for her patients throughout the different stages of their lives; supporting patients through both difficult and good times, and getting to really know her patients and their families. Some of Dr. Huber's special interests include dermatology and mental health. 

Dr. Alexandra Kirvan (she/her) is a family physician in Calgary and a clinical lecturer at the Cumming School of Medicine. Mental health care has always been a passion for her and a key focus of her family medicine practice. She appreciates the unique demands on learners in the health sciences and the need for access to holistic mental healthcare. 

Dr. Kirvan is thrilled to be a part of the inspiring SAWH team! She uses an integrated therapeutic approach to support her patients, drawing upon mindfulness, cognitive behaviour therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy. 

Outside of medicine, Dr. Kirvan loves spending time with family and friends and tries to get to the mountains whenever possible - skiing in the winter and paddling, biking, and hiking in the summer.