About Me
Embrace Life Psychology is led by Shezlina Haji, Registered Psychologist.
I provide counselling:
In-person in Calgary
Online Alberta-wide.
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I work with:
Adult Individuals
Couples
Mental health is my passion. I believe that living authentically is at the heart of meaningful healing. My approach is humanistic and emotion-focused, rooted in the belief that our feelings carry important truths about who we are and what we need. When you sit across from me, you’ll experience a real, genuine connection. I’ll laugh with you, cry with you, and walk alongside you through the full range of your emotional experience. There is power in being truly seen and knowing you don’t have to carry things alone.
I also work from an attachment-based lens, recognizing how our early relationships influence the way we connect, protect ourselves, and seek closeness. This shapes how I show up for clients—with warmth, consistency, and curiosity—creating a space where trust can grow and deeper healing can unfold.
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I welcome people from all walks of life, gender identities and abilities. It would be my pleasure to walk alongside you as we navigate through your life together.
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These are some areas I can help you with: ​
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Abuse
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Adverse Childhood Experiences
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Anger and Anger Management
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Anxiety
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Boundary-Setting
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​Depression
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Emotional Regulation
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Family Relationship Concerns
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Grief and Loss
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Guilt/Shame
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Life Transitions
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Relationship Difficulties
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Self-Esteem
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Stress Management
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Trauma (past and present)
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Work-Life Balance
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Work-Related Stress
My Approach
My approach has been influenced by several modalities over the years:
Emotion Focused Therapy
Person Centered Therapy
Attachment Theory
Gestalt Therapy
Existential Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Positive Psychology
I have additional training in:
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)​ (Led by EMDRIA)
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (Led by ICEEFT)
The Gottman Method of Relationship Therapy (Led by Gottman Institute)
Anger Management (Led by Pavel Somov, PhD through PESI)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (Led by Sheri Van Dijk through Jack Hirose & Associates)
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I understand the need to tailor treatment plans to each individuals’ needs; therefore, I am able to take a holistic approach and incorporate all aspects of your life.
