Meet Kristina Jelinkova (she/her)

Hi! I’m Kristina. My goal is to support you, so you feel empowered moving forward.

I offer counseling and assessment services for children, teens, and adults, to better understand themselves, overcome challenges, and find ways to live their best life. 

I am currently completing my Doctoral degree at the University of Calgary where I earned my M.Sc. in School and Applied Child Psychology. Through the University of Calgary, I have received training and extensive experience in psycho-educational assessments and intervention. I have worked in the mental health field for over ten years, where I have gained valuable experience in intervention, counselling, and therapy. I am a Play Therapist in training and working towards my EMDR certification - I am excited to incorporate this learning into my sessions. 

I aim to create a welcoming and empowering experience, helping each individual feel seen and understood. I have experience assessing and supporting a range of needs, including mood and anxiety challenges, giftedness, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning differences. 

My approach to assessment is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on understanding a child’s cognitive, learning, emotional, and social development. I work closely with families to explore questions around neurodiversity and provide thoughtful, personalized recommendations that highlight each child’s unique abilities and support their growth.

In counselling, I integrate components of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and Mindfulness practice to best support each person and their unique strengths and needs.

I believe that compassion, collaboration, and a strengths-based approach to mental health best support one’s wellness goals. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my loved ones, exploring new games and books, and attempting to take my cat on walks.