Rania Hannawayya | Canadian Certified Counsellor

Hello and welcome! Are you or your child struggling with ADHD, autism, or just feeling like your mind won’t slow down? Maybe it’s trouble focusing, constant worry, racing thoughts, or a lack of motivation. Or maybe you’re carrying sadness from a recent loss, feeling stuck in anger you can’t shake, or running into the same communication struggles over and over again. Life can feel exhausting when these challenges pile up.

Background

I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor, extensive experience helping youth, adults, and families navigate anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and life transitions. I have training in ASD, grief, stress management, cultural adjustment, and career counselling. My approach blends empathy, evidence-based techniques, and a deep respect for your unique story. I offer sessions in both English and Arabic.

Your therapeutic experience with me

From the moment you walk into my counselling space—whether in person in CALGARY or online anywhere in ALBERTA—you’re met with warmth, respect, and genuine curiosity about your story. I offer a calm, non-judgmental environment where you can exhale and be yourself, knowing you are safe to share both your pain and your hopes. My therapy style is gentle yet purposeful: we work together as collaborators, blending compassionate listening with practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs. Clients often describe our sessions as both grounding and empowering—like having a guide who walks beside you, shining light on the path forward while respecting your pace.

Areas of expertise

These represent my core areas of expertise, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Stress

Anxiety & Worry

Depression

Emotion Regulation

Neurodiversity (autism, ADHD) And Caregiver Support

Trauma And Intergenerational Trauma

I also provide skilled support in these additional areas and welcome clients seeking help with these concerns.

Adjustments

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement

Immigration And Language Barriers

Burnout

Women's Issues

Culture Conflict

Children

Self Esteen & Self-worth

Teen Mental Health

Parenting High Needs Children

Work/life Balance

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

People Pleasing

Therapeutic approaches

These are my primary therapeutic approaches, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Person-centered Approach

I use a person-centered approach, focusing on your experiences, feelings, and goals. In a supportive, non-judgmental space, I provide empathy, understanding, and guidance to help you explore solutions and build on your strengths.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

I use CBT, a practical, evidence-based approach that helps identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Together, we work on strategies to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges, and develop healthier thinking patterns that support positive change.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I provide culturally sensitive therapy, recognizing and respecting your unique background, culture, and experiences. Sessions are tailored to honor your values and identity, creating a safe and inclusive space where you feel understood and supported.

Play-based Approach

I use a play-based approach to help children and teens express their feelings, build skills, and work through challenges in a safe and engaging way. Play becomes a bridge to understanding emotions, improving coping, and fostering growth.

I also incorporate these evidence-based approaches when clinically appropriate:

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Compassion Focused Approach

Strength-based Approach

Client communities & cultural expertise

These are the client communities and cultural backgrounds I have specialized experience supporting.

Client populations I serve

Young Adults

Professionals

Parents

Children

Seniors

Cultural expertise

Canadian

Cross Culture And Intercultural Relationships

1st And 2nd Generation Immigrant

Newcomer And Refugee

Professional credentials

Canadian Certified Counsellor
- No.11253812

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Educational background

Master of Art in Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University, Canada

Specialized training

Grief Counselling

Pesi

CBT

Lartey Wellness

Trauma approaches

Pesi

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Athabasca University

Career Counselling

Athabasca University

Practice locations & services

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FAQ

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