In-person therapy to men and boys aged 6+ in Grande Prairie - Online across Alberta - No waitlist - Accepted by most insurance providers - Direct billing available

No waitlist - Accepted by most insurance providers - Direct billing available- In-person in Grande Prairie - Online across Alberta
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First Responders

When the Weight Feels Too Heavy, We’re Here to Help

  • Is the weight of past calls showing up in places you never expected – your sleep, your relationships, or your mood?

  • Do you feel like you’re running on empty, but somehow the world expects you to keep going?

  • Is it getting harder to switch off – like your mind stays on shift, even when you’re home?

  • Are you carrying grief or guilt in silence, unsure of how to let it go?

  • Does it feel like no one truly understands what you’re dealing with – not even the people closest to you?

You’ve dedicated your life to protecting and helping others. But who’s helping you carry the load? At Theragen, we understand the unique pressures that come with being a first responder. The constant exposure to trauma, high-stress situations, and the unrelenting expectation to be strong can take a toll on your mental health.

It doesn’t have to stay that way.

Therapy can help you manage the stress, rebuild resilience, and rediscover who you are outside of the uniform.

Why Focus on First Responders?

First responders experience mental health challenges at rates far higher than the general population.

  • Twice as likely to develop PTSD

  • More prone to depression, anxiety, and substance use

  • At greater risk of relationship strain and burnout

The good news? Therapy works. We make sure getting support is simple, effective, and judgement-free.

The Signs You Might Be Carrying More Than You Realize

  • Insomnia or frequent nightmares

  • Irritability and mood swings

  • Relationship struggles or isolation

  • Avoidance of work or triggers

  • Flashbacks or intrusive memories

  • Increased reliance on substances

Your mind and body are trying to tell you something. It’s time to listen.

How We Support First Responders

We’re not just another counselling service – we specialize in supporting first responders.

Our Approach is Different:

  • Tailored for First Responders. We know the unique mental health challenges you face and offer therapy that speaks your language.

  • Immediate Access. No waitlists – because your mental health shouldn’t have to wait.

  • Holistic Healing. We address the full picture, from trauma and stress to relationships and substance use.

  • Judgment-Free Zone. No pressure. No stigma. Just support.

The Tools We Use to Help You Heal

We integrate evidence-based therapies that work for first responders:

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS): Unpack and heal the parts of you carrying trauma and stress.

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Reshape unhelpful thought patterns driving anxiety and depression.

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART): Fast, effective, and rooted in visualization. ART allows you to reframe distressing images quickly, reducing the intensity of traumatic memories in a matter of sessions 

  • Mindfulness Techniques: Stay grounded, calm, and in control – even in the most challenging moments.

Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you reconnect with the parts of yourself that are still whole and strong.

The Road Back to You Starts Here

Your experiences don’t define you. The path to healing is about reclaiming the parts of yourself that got buried beneath the weight of your role.

We believe you can:

  • Build stronger, healthier relationships

  • Sleep better and reduce anxiety

  • Manage stress without turning to substances

  • Find fulfillment and joy outside of work

  • Feel connected to yourself and others again

Ready to Take the First Step?

Healing starts here.