
Rania Hannawayya
MACP
Canadian Certified Counsellor

Background
Hi, I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor passionate about helping youth, adults, and families navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and life transitions. My approach blends empathy, evidence-based techniques, and a deep respect for your unique story. I also have experience supporting immigrant families and youth as they adjust to cultural changes. Whether you’re seeking therapy in English or Arabic, in-person in Calgary, or online across Alberta, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental space to explore, heal, and grow. Together, we’ll build resilience, restore balance, and create meaningful change—so you can feel empowered to live the life you deserve.
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

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

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

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

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

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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
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