Jocelyn Nand
Jocelyn Nand
M.A.
she/her
Executive Director
Registered Psychologist
Certified Play Therapist (CPT)
Location(s):
Beaumont, Edmonton & Leduc
I work with:
• Children (3 and up)
• Teens
• Adults
• Parents
Areas of Focus
• Self Esteem
• Bullying
• Self Harm
• Bereavement
• Grief and Loss
• Anxiety
• Trauma
• Domestic Abuse and Violence
• Abuse (Verbal, Emotional, Sexual, Physical)
• Attachment Issues
• Relationship Struggles
• Parenting
• Divorce and Separation
• Emotional Regulation Struggles
• Life Transitions
Specialized Training
• Play Therapy (Levels I,II & III) Canadian Association for Play Therapy
• Sandplay Therapy (Jungian Approach Levels I,II, III) IV
(in progress through Canadian Association for Sandplay Therapy)
• Child Parent Relationship Therapy (Level I)
• Theraplay (Level I)
• Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator
• EMDR (Basic and Advanced Training)
• EMDR Child Specialist
• EMDR Child Parent Attachment Specialist
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level I Sensorimotor
Psychotherapy Institute)
• Animal Assisted Play Therapy
About Me
I have always been fascinated by people: the experiences that shape us, the relationships that influence us, and the ways we learn to understand ourselves and the world around us.
I’m Jocelyn, a Registered Psychologist, Certified Play Therapist, and Executive Director of Family Counselling Centres. I provide psychological services to children, teenagers, adults, and parents navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and other experiences that can make life feel overwhelming.
One of the things I value most about my work is getting to know the person beyond the concerns that initially bring them to therapy. Our experiences, relationships, and personal histories influence how we see ourselves and respond to the world. However, they do not have to define who we become.
My approach is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. Above all, I strive to create an environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. This includes having space to ask questions and explore experiences they may not have had the opportunity to understand before.
Therapy doesn’t always have to feel serious or clinical. In fact, I believe there is room for humour, curiosity, creativity, and meaningful conversations alongside the more difficult moments.
At its heart, therapy offers an opportunity to better understand ourselves, strengthen our relationships, and discover new possibilities for how we want to move through life.
Working with Children and Teens
Children have wonderfully unique ways of communicating. Sometimes, they express what they’re struggling with through their behaviour rather than their words.
For example, a child who seems angry may actually feel overwhelmed. Another child who withdraws may be experiencing anxiety. In many cases, behaviours that adults find difficult to understand reflect needs that children haven’t yet learned to express.
As a Certified Play Therapist, I use play, creativity, and developmentally appropriate approaches to help children explore their feelings and process difficult experiences. Through this work, I also aim to help them build confidence in themselves and their relationships.
My work with children and adolescents may involve anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, bullying, family transitions, and relationship challenges.
Children don’t grow and develop in isolation. Instead, their relationships with parents, caregivers, and other important people play a significant role in their emotional well-being.
For this reason, I involve caregivers in the therapeutic process when appropriate. Together, we explore ways to better understand children’s experiences and support their emotional and developmental needs.
Ultimately, my hope is that children leave therapy with more than new ways of managing difficult feelings. I also want them to develop a stronger sense of being understood, accepted, and capable.
Supporting Parents and Strengthening Relationships
Parenting is one of the most meaningful and challenging roles we can take on. Even with the best intentions, there are moments when we may feel uncertain, frustrated, or unsure how to help our children.
Many parents come to therapy wanting to better understand their child’s behaviour and strengthen their relationship. They may also hope to feel more confident when responding to difficult situations.
An important part of my work involves helping parents recognize how their own childhood experiences may influence their parenting today.
For instance, patterns we learned growing up can shape how we respond to stress, conflict, or our children’s emotions. By exploring these connections, we can create opportunities for greater understanding and meaningful change.
I believe parenting support should be compassionate, practical, and free from judgment. After all, the goal isn’t to become a perfect parent. Rather, it’s about better understanding yourself and your child while building the relationship you hope to have.
Counselling for Adults
There are times in life when we find ourselves feeling stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or uncertain about how to move forward.
Sometimes, these feelings are connected to recent events. At other times, they reflect experiences or relationship patterns that have been part of our lives for many years.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, and significant life transitions.
Much of our work may involve exploring how earlier experiences influence the way we understand ourselves, relate to others, and respond to challenges.
Understanding the reasons behind our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours can help us approach ourselves with greater compassion. As a result, we may feel more able to make intentional choices about how we move forward.
Therapy can also offer space to explore difficult experiences and recognize patterns that may no longer be helpful. Along the way, we can strengthen emotional well-being and reconnect with parts of ourselves that may have become lost or overlooked.
My goal is to help clients develop practical ways to navigate life’s challenges while building a deeper sense of self-understanding, confidence, and connection.
What You Can Expect When Working With Me
It’s rare to find a single therapeutic approach that works for everyone.
Each person comes to therapy with their own experiences, personality, strengths, and goals. Because of this, I believe our work should reflect those differences rather than expecting everyone to fit into the same therapeutic process.
My approach considers the connections between our emotions, personal histories, relationships, and physical responses to stress.
To support this work, I draw from specialized training in play therapy, trauma treatment, attachment-focused approaches, and therapies that consider both emotional and physical experiences.
Depending on your needs, our sessions may include meaningful conversations, practical strategies, creative activities, or reflection. We may also explore approaches that help you process difficult experiences.
Collaboration is especially important to me. I believe clients should have a voice in their therapeutic journey and feel comfortable sharing what is or isn’t working for them.
Of course, meaningful change doesn’t always happen in a straight line. Sometimes progress involves developing new skills. Other times, it begins with understanding something about ourselves in a different way.
Above all, I hope clients experience therapy as a place where they feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported.
Finding the Right Fit
Reaching out for psychological support can feel like a big step. This can be especially true when you’re sharing personal experiences or seeking help for someone you love.
Finding a psychologist you feel comfortable with matters. For me, a strong therapeutic relationship begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected.
Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, your child, or your relationship with your child, I welcome the opportunity to explore whether working together might be a good fit.
I Also Enjoy:
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling, discovering new restaurants, baking, decorating, dancing, and settling in with a good television show.
I especially love experiences that bring people together. Whether it’s exploring somewhere new, sharing a meal, or celebrating a special occasion, those moments often become our favourite memories.
Even ordinary experiences can remind us of the importance of connection and belonging. They also encourage us to make space for the things that bring us joy.
