In a city that continues to grow and change, access to mental health care has expanded alongside it. What many people are still searching for, however, is care that feels intentional and genuinely responsive to their individual experiences. At Solasta Counselling, the emphasis has always been on understanding people well before deciding how best to help.
Founded and led by registered psychologists, Solasta provides counselling for children, teens, adults and couples, along with comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments. The practice was built around the idea that effective mental health care takes time, curiosity and a willingness to listen carefully.
“Most people don’t come to therapy looking for a quick solution,” says co-founder Scott McKirdy. “They come because something hasn’t been working for a long time, and they want support that feels considered rather than rushed.”
Care at Solasta begins with thoughtful matching between clients and clinicians. Time is taken to understand what someone is hoping for from therapy and which clinician is most likely to be a good fit. Services are offered both in person and virtually, with flexible scheduling that reflects the realities of work, school and family life.
A strong assessment foundation is another defining feature of the practice. Solasta clinicians have advanced training in areas such as ADHD, autism, learning disorders, trauma and complex mental health concerns. Assessments are conducted using well-established tools and detailed clinical interpretation, helping clients better understand long-standing patterns in how they think, feel and function.
“Assessment is often a turning point,” McKirdy explains. “For many people, it provides context for experiences they’ve struggled with for years, sometimes without knowing why.”
Based in Calgary, Solasta has grown steadily through professional referrals and word of mouth. Its team includes registered psychologists and therapists with a shared commitment to ethical practice, ongoing learning and careful decision-making in their work with clients.
Outside the therapy room, Solasta remains engaged with the broader community, collaborating with schools, physicians and local organizations, and supporting initiatives that encourage open and informed conversations about mental health.
For individuals and families seeking mental health care that values understanding first and action second, Solasta Counselling offers a grounded place to begin.
To learn more, visit solastacounselling.ca or follow its socials, like Facebook and Instagram.
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