Jaime Luykenaar
- Accepting New Clients
- Accreditation: Canadian Certified Counsellor #11253120
- Availability: Wednesday, Thursday
- Therapy Formats: Virtual ONLY
- Clientele: Individuals (12+), Couples, Family, LGBTQIA2S+
- Languages Spoken: English
Ready to Move Forward?
Jaime holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Science in cellular, molecular, and microbial biology from the University of Calgary. She brings together a rich blend of scientific training and heartfelt commitment to supporting people through life’s challenges.
Her career has always centred on helping others. Before entering the counselling field, Jaime worked in cancer biology research and spent 15 years as a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, running a successful small business dedicated to supporting people’s well-being. With over 25 years of experience in the health and helping professions, she brings a thoughtful, grounded, and compassionate presence. Jaime values curiosity, lifelong learning, and the genuine connections that make healing and growth possible.
Areas of Focus:
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Attachment
- Boundaries
- Communication
- Divorce & Separation
- Emotion Regulation
- Goal Setting
- Infertility & Reproductive Support
- Initmacy
- Life Transitions
- Loss, Grief & Bereavement
- People Pleasing
- Premarital & Marriage
- Relationships
- School & Work Difficulties
- Stress & Burnout
- Teens
- Trauma
- Trust & Infidelity
- Aging
- Body Image
- Disordered Eating
- End of Life & MAID Process
- Family Dynamics
- Family Planning
- Gender Identity
- Identity
- Insomnia
- LGBTQIA2S+
- Obesity
- Parenthood & Motherhood
- Perfectionism
- Prenatal & Postpartum Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Sleep Disorder
- Virtual Counselling
- Weight Loss
- Women's Health
Therapeutic Modalities:
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness-Based Techniques
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Strengths-Based Care
"There are seasons in life when things simply feel harder to navigate. Stress builds, relationships shift, or old patterns resurface, and it becomes difficult to make sense of everything on your own. Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward finding steadiness again. In our work together, my focus is on creating a space where you feel genuinely met and understood. I bring a calm, grounded presence, and clients often share that they feel comfortable opening up with me. Therapy can be deep and meaningful, but it can also hold lightness and moments of ease… you might cry and laugh in the same session! As we explore what’s been weighing on you, I draw from a blend of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), somatic approaches, mindfulness, and grounding techniques to help ease stress and tension while building the skills and clarity you need to move forward. I’ll also highlight the strengths and resources you already carry… often more than you realize. Beyond my professional training, I’m a partner and a proud mom of two adult children. These roles have shaped how I understand relationships, identity, and the many transitions people navigate throughout their lives. They naturally inform the warm, steady presence I bring to my work with clients."