Gita Ward, BA, MSW, RCSW
Registered Clinical Social Worker

Video about Gita Ward helping an ex-soldier with PTSD. Please see full article at the bottom of the page.    “Gita gave a damn. My life was saved. My life was spared. ‘Thank you,’ is very small in words, but the meaning in my world is vast.”
About Gita Ward

I am the founder of True Living Counselling & Coaching Inc. I enjoy working in an empathetic and collaborative manner in order to provide you with individualistic service that best suits your needs. I am honoured to be a part of many peoples' journeys to personal growth and wellness. My work energizes me as I see the potential for achieving a life worth living and goals worth achieving. My clients tell me that I am very understanding and non-judgmental and surprised by how fast they feel better by attending therapy.

I work with adults and teens who are presenting with a variety of issues and concerns such as addictions, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationships, anger management, life stress, self-harm,  trauma and suicidal ideation. I am also available for general concerns where you may need someone to talk things out with. 

I have advanced specialized training for Anxiety and Trauma including: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Generalized Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Trauma.

 I look forward to meeting you and developing goals together in a collaborative manner to achieve what you want in life. When you are ready for a change or to explore the possibility of change please contact Gita Ward.  

My Professional Experience

I have been working in a variety of mental health, addiction and social settings for over 15 years and have a passion for the field. I have extensive experience providing counselling services to various populations in mental health and addictions. I have worked in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.  I currently work with Alberta Health Services as a Registered Clinical Social Worker providing counselling/psychological services to the adult population. 

Education and Training

I graduated from the University of Prince Edward with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and I have a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. I strive for ongoing professional development and have completed the following training:
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Fun Facts

​ I love to travel the world to meet new people and learn about all of the amazing cultures the world has to offer.  I am a proud mother of an amazing son whom loves to travel as well.  I love to spend time with my family and my dog, Walter. I strongly believe in giving back to the community and building stronger communities through education, so I started an ongoing bi-yearly scholarship for GED graduates to pursue higher education.  I am also part of the 100 Women Who Care in Foothills who donate to Local Charities four times a year. I am originally from the East Coast and do enjoy going home to Prince Edward Island once a year to visit the ocean, red sands, family, and eating delicious PEI potatoes, mussels and lobster.


Sheena Reichert, BSW, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker


About Sheena Reichert

I have always had an interest in connecting with people. I believe that everyone is truly unique in their lives and experience, and I feel so blessed and passionate to be able to become a part of that journey. 

I work with adults and teens who are presenting with a variety of issues and concerns such as addictions, depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationships, anger management, life stress, self-harm,  trauma and suicidal ideation. I am also available for general concerns where you may need someone to talk things out with. 

I have advanced specialized training and a specialized interest in Complex Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and general Trauma. 

 I look forward to meeting you and developing goals together in a collaborative manner to achieve what you want in life. Connect with me and share your story. I look forward to offering support to you while you are on your road to healing. 
 Contact me; Sheena Reichert, for more information or directly book online for your first appointment. 

My Professional Experience

I have been working in a variety of mental health, addiction and social settings for over 10 years and have a passion for the field. I have extensive experience providing counselling services to various populations in mental health and addictions.  I currently work with Alberta Health Services as a Registered Social Worker providing counselling/psychological services to the adult population. 

Education and Training

I graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Social Work and I have a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary. I strive for ongoing professional development and have completed the following training:
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  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)- Calgary, AB. OSI Clinic
  •  Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Ottawa, On. OSI Clinic
  •  Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)- Calgary, AB. DBT Institute of Vancouver, BC.
  •  Certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)- Change Ways, Calgary, AB
  • Feedback Informed Treatment- Calgary, AB. with Scott Miller
  •  I am registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers as a Social Worker and authorized to Perform Restricted Activities- RSW# 12537

Fun Facts

​​I am a mom of two wild little boys, and love to come up with creative ways to have fun together as a family. Our new little puppy has been keeping us busy and entertained these days. I love creating art and I am always trying to find new projects to work on. I have recently written and published a book while on my maternity leave with my second son! I enjoy spending time in nature and keeping my boys active. I love travelling and have lived in several different countries. This has allowed me to admire and appreciate the vast differences that so many cultures and individuals hold. And yes I lived and worked on a yacht!

Craig Ward, BA, Certified IAPO Coach
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About Craig Ward

My passion is to help others overcome the mental blocks stopping them from reaching their desired potential.  By unlocking the inner strengths, wisdom, and knowledge you never thought you had, I will help you overcome hurdles to making your dreams a reality.
 
I work with teens and adult men who are struggling to find a purpose, or put a plan in place to achieve personal or professional excellence. I am here to help you define and develop your personal dreams and couple them with the goals necessary to make those dreams a reality.

Working in an empathetic and collaborative manner, I will provide you with individualistic service that best suits your needs. I am honoured to be a part of this journey to personal growth, wellness or any other dream you might have. This mission energizes me as I see the potential for achieving a life worth living and goals worth achieving. 

My Professional Experience

Over my professional life, I have cultivated and attained leadership roles working for corporations, in non-profit, and independent business. These roles have afforded me the opportunity to spend time mentoring and coaching workers and clients from many different walks of life on not only how to achieve their desires, but also how to uncover what it is that they truly desire from this life. I also have had the privilege of program development and implementation, creating plans, and putting them into action.  



Education and Training

I graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of History and a Bachelor of Political Science. I am currently completing a Bachelor or Psychology from Athabasca University. Throughout life I have had the benefit of ongoing professional development and have completed the following training specific to coaching:
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  • Emerging Leaders Certificate (University of Calgary) - Calgary AB.
  • Skills for Effective Mentoring
  • Becoming Empowered Through Coaching
  • Coach to Lead
  • Coaching for Quality Performance
  • Skills for Effective Mentoring
  • Cultivating a Growth Mindset
  • Facilitation Skills
  • Dealing with Difficult Conversations
  • International Association of Career College Professional Association



Fun Facts

​I have had the immense pleasure and fortune to have grown-up on and continue to work on a local grain farm. I enjoy the scientific nature of figuring out how to grow the best crop with the conditions provided. All the aspects from marketing to the product to fixing equipment lends to constant novelty from month-to-month and year-to-year. My hobbies range from woodworking to cooking and I enjoy adding additional skills and challenges gradually over time. Finally, I enjoy spending time with my son teaching and learning.