Katie Borek,

RSW, MSW Clinical Specialization

Katie is a Registered Social Worker and the Director of Aligned Minds Counselling and Therapy. Katie’s friends and colleague would describe her as a quirky, strong willed, out of the box thinker, but if you ask her, she will tell you she is just happy to be help.

Katie received her Bachelor of Social Work which specialized on Rural, Remote and Aboriginal Communities in 2011. Katie then completed a Master of Social Work with a Trauma-Informed Clinical Specialization. Katie has worked with domestic violence programs, family court, corrections, community addictions and mental health counselling, and seniors’ care. Katie has also trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, trauma informed care and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Katie has a softness for trauma survivors, and works from a trauma informed, strength-based lens and understands how difficult it can be to “own your story”. It can be difficult to see how our understanding of the world around us can be misaligned with what we are searching for in our lives.

When you are ready to make a change, Katie is ready to help.

You deserve to be happy! You deserve therapy!

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Meet Melanie Grell, a student therapist intern at Aligned Minds Counseling and Therapy in South Central Edmonton. Currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, Melanie offers affordable therapy for adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and relationship issues. She uses a client-centered approach, integrating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). While still in training, Melanie provides compassionate care with the support of a qualified supervisor.

With over 13 years of experience in healthcare, including work as a Recreation Therapist, Melanie brings a holistic, strength-based approach to her therapy practice. She is fluent in both English and French, making her services accessible to a diverse range of clients. Under supervision, Melanie offers thoughtful, empathetic support, helping clients manage mental health concerns and navigate life’s difficulties.

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Meet Jaimie Lylyk, a highly skilled social worker with over 10 years of practical work experience, dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others. Jaimie is not just competent and caring, but also deeply passionate about providing outstanding client care. With a solid background in brain injury, substance abuse, and mental health, Jaimie has hands-on experience working with diverse age groups, including children, youth, adults, and seniors.

Jaimie’s expertise lies in conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each client. With a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Calgary, Jaimie is well-versed in managing emergency situations with both compassion and efficiency.

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