Tierney Fitzerald, C.C.C.

Clinical Counsellor

Hi, I’m Tierney, and I’m really glad you’re here. I’m a clinical counsellor who supports individuals, couples, and youth ages 10 and up. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, facing challenges in friendships or relationships, or exploring your identity, you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a safe, welcoming, and neurodivergent-friendly space where you can talk openly, feel truly understood, and explore what’s unfolding in your life, whether the challenges are big or small.

I am deeply passionate about supporting youth and young adults, especially those navigating identity and belonging. I believe exploring your authentic self is an act of real courage, and your identity is something to be respected and honoured. I aim to help you move through difficult experiences, uncertainty and self-discovery with curiosity and compassion. Grounded in current research, my approach emphasizes safety, empowerment, and the importance of meaningful connection.

My approach is trauma-informed, relational, gender-affirming, guided by an anti-oppressive framework. I welcome clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ2S+ communities, people exploring sexuality or gender,  and neurodivergent individuals. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and we’ll work together to understand what you need and what feels meaningful for you.

At its core, my work is about helping you reconnect with your sense of what truly matters—your values, your relationships, your sense of self—and supporting you in creating a life that feels aligned, grounded, and authentic.

In addition, I have a special interest in working with neurodiverse individuals and couples. When we have different communication styles, sensory needs, or ways of thinking, it can create both challenges and opportunities. Therapy can help couples better understand each other, strengthen connection, and build relationships that support both partners’ needs.

PROFESSIONAL DEGREES 

Master of Arts In Counselling Psychology - Yorkville University

Bachelor of Education  - University of Alberta

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & LICENSURE

  • Language of Play Therapy by Dr. Kelly James

  • Managing Crisis and Suicide by Dr. Abby Baumgart

  • Across the Spectrum and Gender Binary by Dr. Kasey Murphey

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Crisis and Risk Management

  • Understanding Anger by Julie A. Christiansen

  • Affirming and Peer-Focused Approaches for Supporting Neurodivergent Students

  • Superflex 2nd Edition Series

  • Alberta Mental Health: Understanding Anxiety Series

  • Alberta Mental Health: Understanding: Sleep and Mental Health Series

  • Alberta Mental Health: Body Image and Eating Disorders

  • Collaborative and Proactive Solutions by Dr. Ross Greene

    Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)

    Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA Level 1 & 2)

  • Understanding Trauma: Dr. Gabor Maté

  • Mandt System: Crisis Prevention and De-escalation

MEMBERSHIPS & REGISTRATION

  • Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

  • Alberta’s Teacher Association

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AREAS OF SUPPORT

  • Youth & young adults (ages 10+)

  • Identity exploration & self-discovery

  • LGBTQ2S+ clients

  • Gender identity & sexuality

  • Neurodivergent individuals

  • Neurodiverse couples

  • Relationship challenges

  • Communication difficulties

  • Belonging & self-esteem

  • Trauma-related concerns

  • Feeling overwhelmed or “stuck”

  • Life transitions

  • Values, meaning & authenticity work