In Okotoks, Myka Piekenbrock, a dedicated Registered Psychologist, is transforming mental wellness accessibility with her practice, Piekenbrock Psychological Services. Myka’s practice offers services for individuals and families seeking clinical psychological support, Psychological Educational Assessments and community based programming. With the motto of Grit, Grace & Gratitude, she is helping clients reach their goals, one step at a time.
“The road to healing wasn’t meant to be travelled alone.”
T. Breymann, Student of Psychology, 2021
Piekenbrock Psychological Services offers a range of flexible options tailored to meet the diverse needs of adults and youth. Sessions are offered online (accessible across Alberta), walk-and-talk sessions in Okotoks and Canmore, or in person at her local office downtown Okotoks or in Three Sisters in Canmore. With a complimentary 20-minute introductory session, clients can comfortably set their goals and explore their paths to embracing their best lives.
Myka offers trauma informed therapies, internal family systems therapy (IFS), eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy (EMDR), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), bibliotherapy, and somatic therapies such as guided drawing. Aspects of each therapeutic intervention are personalized to support clients' journeys to wellness.
“EMDR is remarkable and saved my relationship!”
Anonymous Adult, 2024
Providing enhanced psychological educational assessments for both adults and youth, Myka pulls on her expertise from over two decades as a learning support/resource teacher to create an individual learning profile specific to individual strengths and areas of growth. She has witnessed firsthand the advantage that intimate knowledge of learning strengths and vulnerabilities gives to students of all ages. This gift of knowledge intentionally enhances the learning experience whether you are excelling or struggling in educational settings. If you have a child who is attending school or if you are attending college or university, Myka can provide you with comprehensive tools and strategies compelling your learning strengths for your advantage all the while promoting efficient learning experiences.
Attending grade school? In grade 12 and competing for a university placement? Or are you attending post secondary for the trades? Enhancing your learning experience by implementing personalizing strategies can streamline your learning.
“Getting a diagnosis of ADHD finally provided an explanation for what I was experiencing.
I was so relieved.”
Anonymous Adult, 2019
Her practice not only focuses on adult and youth individual counseling and assessment but also extends its reach to families, schools, and community organizations through various complementary workshops. These include "Let's Talk Technology," which guides families toward healthy tech habits and presentations like "What to Expect in a Blended Family”, “The Divorce Kid Advantage”, “The Divorced Parent Advantage”, and the “Divorced Grand-parent Advantage”, offering insights into navigating family dynamics for every generation during the various stages of divorce.
“The Blended Family research Myka shared was pivotal in the success of our new blended family.
We are much more confident with both our roles now. I am so thankful.”
Anonymous Bonus (Step) Parent, 2022
The "To Behave or Not to Behave" workshop is a comprehensive training program for educators focused on effectively managing students with behavioural challenges. It equips participants with essential skills and understanding through a strength-based, proactive approach. Key topics include the ABCs of Classroom Discipline, crucial for addressing severe behavioural issues in classrooms.
“It takes one adult to make a difference to a child. That adult could be you.”
D. Fulton, Behaviour Leaders Canada, Behaviour Consultant, 2007
If you have yet to consider seeking support, know that therapy helps build resilience when times are good, and helps manage crises when in the midst of adversity. Consider psychological services for:
- Academic Enhancement: Understand in practical terms your strengths and vulnerabilities including attention, focus, neurotypicality/neurodivergence, mental/physical regulation and behavioural enrichment to streamline your learning. Participating in an Educational Psychological Assessment results in a tailor made academic profile focusing on strategies and interventions for parents, students and professors/educators.
- Mental Health Maintenance: It helps individuals manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues, promoting overall well-being.
- Coping Strategies: Provides tools and strategies to cope with life's challenges, improving resilience, the cycle of aggression, anger management and emotional regulation.
- Improved Relationships: Enhances communication and interpersonal skills, leading to healthier relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.
- Personal Growth: Encourages self-reflection and personal development, helping individuals understand themselves better and achieve their goals including vocational planning.
- Crisis Intervention such as physical/mental injuries: Offers timely support during immediate and enduring crises, preventing escalation and promoting recovery.
- Support for Enduring Conditions: Assists those with chronic illnesses or disabilities in managing their conditions and improving quality of life.
- First responders/Military and individuals who have enduring/recurring PTSD: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Myka emphasizes a proactive, preventative approach to mental wellness, encouraging individuals to seek support not only in times of crisis but as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. With health benefits often covering the costs,accessing psychological services has never been more attainable. This life is yours to seize!
Piekenbrock Psychological Services’ Okotoks office is located at 23 Riverside Drive, #201, (beside the library). Learn more online, facebook, text or call 403-707-5553. Watch her videos on YouTube.
