Jessica Howard

Connecting with people has always come naturally to me. Whether I’m sitting on the floor with a curious three-year-old or having a real, no-frills conversation with someone who’s more straight to the point, I genuinely enjoy getting to know people and their stories. That variety is one of the things I love most about this work.

I support a wide range of clients, but I’m especially passionate about working with women as they move through different stages of life (perimenopause anyone?). I also have a lot of experience working with men, children, and families, and I value the different perspectives each person brings into the room.
My approach is grounded in being real, relational, and client centered. I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, family systems theory, and play therapy. I’m also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which I’ve seen make a meaningful difference for people who carry trauma and phobias.

Over the years, I’ve worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship struggles, sexual abuse, and concerns around self-harm and suicidal thoughts. I aim to create a space where people feel safe enough to be honest, even about the hard things.

I’m a Provisional Psychologist and Registered Social Worker, offering in-person services in Edson and Hinton, and virtual support across Alberta. I bring over ten years of frontline experience working with children, youth, and families, which continues to shape how I show up in my work.

I grew up in the Edson area, and this community means a lot to me. After leaving for school, it felt important to come back and raise my family here. Providing accessible mental health support in rural communities is something I care deeply about, and I feel grateful to be able to do this work close to home.