Welcome to Janus Associates / Calgary Psychology Group - Your resource for optimizing psychological wellbeing and performance. We offer counselling and assessment services to individuals, couples and families through personal, employer and physician referrals.
Parking: conveniently located onsite with direct access to the building (Indigo). Free 2-hour parking is available on 18th Ave SW. Paid street parking available, that is free after 6 p.m.
Janus Associates has enjoyed a long reputation for providing quality psychological service since 1976. While ownership has changed hands over the years – we continue to hold ourselves to the highest standard of treatment you can trust. Our practitioners are highly trained and committed to maintaining ongoing professional development.
The Janus name is inspired by Roman mythology meaning new beginnings, gateway to change, and transitions. In Greek mythology Janus is depicted as a God with two faces as seen in the image here – facing both the future as well as the past. The scepter in one hand offers empowerment over our destiny (History isn’t Destiny!); and the key unlocks our potential towards becoming our best selves. This aligns with purpose of psychotherapy, to draw strength, lessons and insights from our past, with a view to creating a preferred way of being and flourishing.
Established in Calgary in 1976, Janus Associates is a group of registered psychologists available to provide a broad range of counselling and consulting services to individuals, couples and families, groups and organizations.
Janus Associates is a division of the Calgary Psychology Group, that has built a solid reputation within the medical community and continues to respond to physician referrals concerning a wide range of psychological issues.
All of Janus Associates' practitioners are formally trained, clinically experienced and professionally licensed by the College of Alberta Psychologists, ensuring quality service backed by adherence to a professional code of ethics.
Dr Lydia Kyslycia Ievleva
Director / Registered Psychologist
Lydia has over 30 years of experience as a practitioner – currently as a psychologist in Alberta, following from 4 years in Ottawa (2014-2018), and 20 years as registered psychologist in Australia (1994-2014); and in Florida before that (1988 – 1994).
She works with individuals, couples and groups on building resilience and promoting psychological wellbeing; on issues ranging from anxiety and depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationships, sport and performance, and with those facing health challenges.
Lydia holds a PhD from Florida State University specializing in counselling psychology, sport and health psychology. She received her MSc in Sport Psychology from the University of Ottawa; and Honours BA in Psychology from Carleton University.
Lydia is holistically-minded in her approach to psychological issues and wellbeing, and has contributed to the Masters of Wellness program at RMIT University (Melbourne, Australia), where she taught a popular online course on Positive Psychology for close to ten years.
Lydia draws on a variety of modalities in her practice that include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based, positive psychotherapy, coaching psychology, and psychodynamic. She integrates her training in the Gottman Method (Levels 1 and 2) with Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT) and Positive Psychology applications with couples.
Lydia has a very warm and engaging approach that creates a safe and accepting environment enabling sharing and exploring possibilities. With Lydia, you will:
For more information go to Lydia’s website
Roche Herbst
Registered Psychologist
Roché’s practice focus is on psycho-educational, cognitive and psychological assessment in children, adolescents and adults. She received her Masters degree in Psychology at the University of South Africa in 2000, and is currently in the process of completing her Doctorate degree.
As a psychologist and HR professional, Roché understands the optimal functioning requirements in school, work and home settings. She assists individuals in gaining a better understanding about opportunities and challenges related to intellectual functioning, psychological, mental health and related behaviour. These include anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, ODD, giftedness, career assessment, workstyle or talent assessment, study and workplace accommodations.
She has worked, lived and travelled in different countries with a deep appreciation of diverse cultures and lifestyles. Her goal is for each person to embrace their uniqueness in building a healthy and meaningful life.
Daniele Corrao
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Daniele has over five years of experience as a practitioner beginning with 3 years in Italy, followed by a year in B.C., and recently settled in Calgary. He works with adult individuals and couples, and tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and circumstances of each client.
Daniele takes an integrative approach to psychotherapy, with a particular focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), along with standard CBT. He sees fostering self-compassion in clients as a crucial element in the journey towards well-being.
Daniele draws on his educational background that includes: Bachelor’s degree in Communication, followed by another Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and then a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, with a further four-year post-master’s program in Psychotherapy. He has also completed training in the Gottman Method of relationship counselling. This is augmented by a rich diversity of experience across a variety of settings including hospitals and rehabilitation centres. He is committed to ongoing training and development of skills and knowledge to help clients navigate their mental health challenges.
Daniele is a very engaging and empathic practitioner, who is strongly conversant in cross-cultural issues and clients of various backgrounds.
Jacqueline Limoges
Registered Counsellor, AB & BC (ACTA & RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC #12432),
Certified Functional Nutrition Coach (CFNC), Health and Wellness Coach.
Jacqueline has over five years of experience counselling individuals across diverse populations and varied platforms (in-person/face-to-face, telephone and virtual). She works with individuals creating and adapting to healthy lifestyle; setting attainable goals and taking the steps necessary towards optimal health and wellbeing, fostering lasting changes.
Jacqueline offers a safe and nurturing environment built on trust, enabling you to get the results you are seeking and more; what was once seemingly impossible becomes doable. She takes a collaborative approach in her work with clients creating a plan that is effective, developing short- and long-term goals that make sense for you. She draws on her experience with a wide range of issues that contributes to creating positive change, while providing you with meaningful resources and strategies.
Jacqueline holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology, along with her relationship training in the Gottman Method (Levels 1 and 2), and in nutrition and wellness coaching.
Issues Jacqueline can help you with: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Health Issues, General Stress or Burnout, Conflict Resolution, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Body Image, Self-esteem, Communication, Nutrition, Diet, Lifestyle, Sleep, Trauma, PTSD, Work-Life Balance, Quality of Life, and Relationship Issues.
Therapeutic Approaches: Client Centered Therapy, Strength Based and Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness, Gottman Method, Existential Therapy, Life Stress Reduction, and Trauma Therapy.
Referral Network
Janus Associates endeavours to provide the best match for client needs by drawing upon a strong referral network of experienced mental health practitioners.
Counselling for Individuals and Families
Janus Associates offers prompt, confidential assessment and treatment for a wide range of issues. If you have extended health care benefits for counselling, Janus Associates services will be covered.
Each practitioner draws from a variety of different approaches within a therapy session. Most are trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but will also use approaches from Interpersonal, Narrative, or Family Systems theory, as appropriate. All of our counsellors are committed to being efficient in your treatment, and to being responsive to your needs.
Our services are available in person as well as via secure online video format or telephone.
Individuals
Most of us will struggle or feel stuck at some point in our lives, and need help with processing our experiences and finding better ways to manage and grow – to not just survive but to thrive. Janus Associates practitioners can provide a valuable sounding board as well as help with issues including:
Couples
Relationships are complicated. Whether you have been together six months or 20 years, an objective third party can help you learn new skills and sort out old issues. We can help with strategies to boost relationship satisfaction and resolving issues such as:
Children
Children often experience difficulty growing up. They can struggle with issues at school, family relationships, regulating feelings and may require more help than parents can provide. If your children are exhibiting behaviours which concern or alarm you or their teachers, consulting with a child therapist is recommended. Our therapists provide quality service based on the latest research to ensure your child’s success. Some issues that children face include:
Families
Families are our biggest source of support and can be our biggest source of stress. They are foundational for children, providing them with an opportunity for normal neurological and social development. When things go wrong, through events such as separation and divorce, families need a coordinated and comprehensive approach to sort out issues. Our family program will assess and advise your family around a therapeutic approach to make your family and kids the best they can be.
Psychoeducational Assessments
Your child (age 7 and up) may be struggling with school work or there may be behavior concerns that impact their ability to function effectively. Sometimes a child is not performing at grade level expectations or performing above grade level expectations and might be gifted. Your child may have difficulties with boredom, attention and focus or difficulty with emotional regulation. Doing a psychoeducational assessment to understand those factors that impact on your child’s learning, and can have significant benefits throughout their school years.
Post-secondary students may also use psychoeducational assessment reports to apply for grants or required accommodations for their respective programs.
For more information regarding the process and cost involved – contact Roche via our website or email: Janus@janusassociates.ca.
ADHD Assessments
Difficulties with attention, forgetfulness and emotional regulation can pretty much interfere with everything else in a person's life i.e. life, work, studies and relationships. ADHD can present challenges and opportunities. Specific questions will focus on those behavior symptoms that are closely related to ADHD. Standardized tests and checklists provide a better understanding of how it plays a role in a person's overall situation, history and areas of functioning that are most impacted.
For more information regarding the process and cost involved – contact Roche via our website or email: Janus@janusassociates.ca.
Career Assessment
Career assessment focuses on values, motivation, interests, personality and the way in which a person thinks and learns. Integrating the assessments results, questionnaires and other data in a holistic way will give us clear guidelines as to the broad fields and/or occupational categories most suitable to a person's natural cognitive functioning, personal values, worldview and personality, so as to ensure alignment with their prospective career/venture.
The value of a comprehensive career assessment is applicable to high-school looking for career direction and potential vocational alternatives. For post-secondary students and adults, it is valuable if a person is at a time in their life where you are considering a career or occupational change.
For more information regarding the process and cost involved – contact Roche via our website or email: Janus@janusassociates.ca.
Gifted Assessment - Westmount Charter School only
This is a 2-step process. If it is determined during the assessment that a student does not meet the criteria for intellectual giftedness, which is defined as having an IQ score of 130 plus or minus five, then the parents will be notified by phone. This also means that they have the option of not paying for a summary report or attending an in-person feedback meeting.
If it is determined that the student does meet the criteria, then parents will receive a summary report during the feedback discussion meeting.
For more information regarding the process and cost involved – contact Roche via our website or email: Janus@janusassociates.ca.
Workstyle Assessment
Are you looking to go above and beyond current industry standards of using job-fit assessments and competencies to provide the most effective approach to hiring, identifying and developing talent?
Role-suitability is a well-researched and evidence-based systematic process not only based on a solid theoretical framework, but delivers real results. It is about providing a deep and thoughtful analysis of person-role suitability at any level of work complexity within the organization. The use of scientifically valid, reliable and accurate predictors of performance ensure that you can sit back and relax, knowing we are using a credible and highly effective method. Individual, Team, Leadership and Talent assessments are offered.
For more information regarding the process and cost involved – contact Roche via our website or email: Janus@janusassociates.ca.
The relationship between psychological wellbeing and health is well established. Individuals with good coping skills and support networks adapt more readily to medical challenges.
Preferred Provider Service
Janus Associates has provided psychological services to the Calgary medical community since 1976. As a practising physician, you may choose to recommend the services of a psychologist to assist your patients with the mental, emotional or stress challenges due to, and contributing to health concerns. Janus Associates would like to be that service provider.
Why Refer to Janus Associates?
Janus psychologists have expertise and experience in various areas of psychological practice (see Counselling Services). All are registered by the College of Alberta Psychologists and, as such, are regulated by a governing body with a professional code of ethics and fee guidelines.
The psychologists at Janus Associates believe that an integrated model of health and wellness is most effective for patient care. We are willing to, and prefer, to work in collaboration with physicians to provide such care to your patients.
HealthCare Benefits and Insurance
Psychological counselling is not usually covered by Alberta Health Care. However, many patients will have coverage (sometimes referred to under paramedical services) through employer benefits or health insurance plans. All of Janus's services are eligible for coverage under extended benefits/insurance plans.