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587-877-9237
info@true-northcounselling.com

Offers On-Line & In-Person
inspiration and guidance

for Individuals, couples, and families facing challenges
such as emotional-distance, conflict, and work-life balance.

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Welcome to True-North Master Wellness & Life-Coaching, Counselling, and Consulting.

My aim is to guide you on a journey to self-discovery and inner healing.

I am here to support you in achieving mental well-being, personal growth,

and spiritual peace and joy.

My goal is to provide you with suggestions and resources

that will enhance your personal fulfillment at an affordable price.

NOTE: For this reason, my client-sessions can be up to 80 minutes in length.

 
 
 
CLIENT TESTAMONIALS
 
- Thanks for your help, I'm able to sleep better now. It was great to talk to someone and be heard. I feel much more empowered and less confused.
- Very helpful to get through hard times and learn methods to cope with problems.
- Before I started seeking counseling every part of my life felt like it was falling apart. I was off work for four months. I was a complete mess.
- Once I started, I learned so much about myself and my feelings that now I can handle life’s obstacles much better. My marriage is stronger than ever, and I was able to go back to work and love every day I’m there. I love that they are still there to help if I need it.
- Thank you for your help, your suggestions made it possible for me to make better decisions.
- Learning about the brain and how it works was most helpful.
- Being able to talk with you has alleviated my depression and changed my perspective on life.
- I was so appreciative I ended up with Debra who is making such a positive impact on my life. I am so thankful, and I just want to say she is incredible at what she does...she cares, she’s experienced, so intuitive, and so very helpful. With gratitude.
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On-Line or In-Person

Office Locations by Appointment Only

Location arrangements are made per client needs.

Kentwood Subdivision Red Deer, Alberta
Free Street Parking

or
Ross Street, downtown Red Deer

Paid Parking 8:00-4:30   +/- $1.75/hour
Check-in at Reception Desk

About Our
Master Wellness & Life-Coach,
Counsellor, Consultant

Deborah Abigail Grose-Checkel MICM MDiv
Counselling Therapist, Association of Counselling Therapist of Alberta;
Certified Psychospiritual Therapist &
Psychospiritual Care Practitioner, (Psychodynamic/Family Systems Therapy)
Provisional Supervisor-Educator
Canadian Association of Spiritual Care;
Neuro-Linguistic Professional Life Coach (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
Master Wellness Coach
Sobriety Coach,
Transformation Academy;
Internal Family Systems-Trauma Treatment Program Coach, Professional Education Systems Institute;
​Evidence-Based Parent Coach, Mental Health Academy;
Couples Coach, ZUR Institute;
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Brain Coach. Brain Academy;
​Somatic Experience Coach, National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine.

Insurance Coverage Possibilities:
Sun Life
Blue Cross
Medavie
Johnston Group
Chamber Plan
Equitable Life Canada
Manulife
Telus Health eClaims
GreenShield
Credential Confirmation: For your reassurance, Deborah Abigail has a clear RCMP Vulnerable Persons Sector Check and Top-Secret Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Status.
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Our Approach

True-North Wellness & Life-Coaching, Counselling, & Consulting Services offers Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Counselling for Victorious Daily Living through spiritually informed Neuro-Linguistic Therapy.

 

We believe in a wholistic approach to mental health, combining empathy, expertise, and personalized care to help clients navigate life's challenges. Our practitioner is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and confidential space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences.

With a focus on empowerment and growth, our team is committed to fostering resilience, self-awareness, and positive change in every individual we work with. Whether you're seeking individual therapy, couples counselling, or family support, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs.

Woman and Counsellor

Our Services

MAKE A BOOKING: 

Reduced Counselling Fees to help you navigate our challenging times.

Adjustable Fee Scale available based on combined-household-income.

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Health & Nutrition Coach Badge
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Diet Coach Badge
Professional Life Coach Badge
Mindfulness Coach Badge
TA Life Purpose Coach Badge
Canadian Association of Spiritual Care Ethics Module Certificate Apl 2025
ZUR Coaching for the Clinician CE
Association of Counselling Therapists of Alberta Relational Ethics CE May 2025
Canadian Addiction Certified Counsellors Federation Conference Ethics in Treating 2SLGBTQ Community
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Coaching and Psychotherapy  Advanced Topics
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Happiness Life Coach Badge
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Mental Health Academy Parenting Coach Certificate
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National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine How to Work With Anxious Families
ACAMA Delegate Certificate
Mental Health Academy Child & School Counsellor Summit Feb
ZUR Couples Counselling Coach
ZUR Managing Couple Conflict Certificate
ZUR Couples Building Communication
ZUR Couples Counseling Using Narratives Reframing, and Metaphores
ZUR Couples Counseling Sexuality, Infidelity, Our Bodies
ZUR Couples Assessments
ZUR Couples Building Intrimacy Skills Certificate
Brain Academy Brain Coach Certificate & Approved IC
Heritage Neuroplasticity and Brain Health CE
ZUR Neuroplasticity & Brain Health 4 CE
National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine Practical Brain Science
Transformed Connections Polyvagal Theory and Somatic Healing Techniques DGC CE
National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine How to Work with Trauma That's Trauma Works in the Body
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Professional Education Systems Institute - Internal Family Systems Trauma Treatment
National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine The Treating Trauma Master Series
National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine Expert Strategies for Working with Traumatic Memories
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ZUR EMDR Therapy and Adaptive Information Processing
Sobriety Coach Badge
Canadian Addiction Certified Counsellors Federation Conference Sept 2023 CE
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ZUR Motivational Interviewing Intro and Application
Recovery Capital Conference of Canada Deborah Grose-Checkel 2023 CE
Mental Health Academy Substance Use Disorders Summit March
Mental Health Academy How Polarized Parts Develop in Addictions and How Therapy Can Resolve the Stalemate CE
PESI Working Fallout Narcissistic Abuse
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Association of Counselling Therapists of Alberta CE Jan. 15 2025
Association of Counselling Therapists of Alberta Ethical Boundaries In Counselling CE
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Numinus Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association Certificate
Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association Spirituality in Counselling Chapter DGC  Presenter Mar 19 2025
Zur Psychological Testing 15 CE
CCPA Supervision March 2015 CE
Performance Psychology Optimizing Performance
Luther College Wilfred Laurier University Supervisor Educator Class Certificate
ZUR Presence, Self-disclosure, & the Use of Imagination in On-line Therapy
National Institute of Clinical Application of Behavioural Medicine The Experts' Biggest Mistakes and
Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute Deborah Grose-Checkel  Class Certificate
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Ambrose University College Canadian Theological Seminary Deborah Grose-Checkel MICM Certificate 2
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Royal Alexandra Hospital Residency Completion Certificate
Canadian Association of Spiritual Care DGC Psychospiritual Therapist Certification
Canadian Association of Spiritual Care DGC Certification
Deborah Grose-Checkel Supervisor Educator Unit Certificate

 

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