Madeleine Pye, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Madeleine (Maddy) is a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta and a therapist at Mendable Psychology. Madeleine provides with individual adult counselling for a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and neurodivergence (Adult ADHD and Autism). She is available to see clients both in-person at our west Edmonton office and online across Alberta.
While we cannot eliminate all challenges from our lives, it sure can lighten the load to navigate life’s challenges with some support and guidance.
I am a huge believer in bringing authenticity, compassion, and a sprinkle of humor into the therapy space, and am honoured to support others on their journeys.
I have a special interest in working with individuals who fall under the umbrella of neurodivergence (or are wondering if they do) – this includes individuals who identify as Autistic and those with ADHD, Tourette’s Syndrome, learning disorders, and more. Helping individuals rediscover their authentic self after years of self doubt, masking, and questioning their worth is one of my favourite parts of my role as a therapist. Additionally, as a former teacher of several years, I also enjoy working with educators and school staff as they navigate work-life balance, burnout, and the various other challenges faced working in our school system.
I have experience in supporting individuals with a range of concerns including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, life transitions, and traumatic events (singular and complex). In particular, I enjoy working with young adults as they navigate building their lives, working to foster self-awareness that can support making decisions in alignment with one’s values and goals.
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Adult ADHD and autism
- Depression
- Life transitions
- Traumatic events
- Stress and burnout
- Women’s health and wellness
Populations
- Neurodiversity
- Young adults
- Teachers
My Approach
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Solution Focused Therapy
Questions and Answers
Q: What can I expect from my first therapy session with you?
A: Our initial session is an opportunity for me to get to know a bit more about you and what has led to you seeking therapy, but also a chance for you to get to know me and see if I would be a good fit for you, too. I encourage clients to come in and ask any questions they might have – and there are no silly questions! Ask about my training, my experience, my views on therapy – whatever it is that is important for you to find in a therapist. The therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of therapy progress, so building up that comfort and rapport in the early stages is vital. We will go through some of the logistics of counselling (ie. paperwork and legalities), I will ask some intake questions, and give you the chance to share as much as is comfortable initially. We will end the intake by setting some goals for our time working together.
Q: Have you ever attended therapy yourself?
A: Yes! I am a huge believer in the importance of therapists having therapists. It is part of both my self care, but also a professional practice to ensure I am able to show up for my clients without being weighed down by my own “stuff” (because we all have it).
Q: What type of therapy approaches do you use with clients?
A: I enjoy using elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and positive psychology in session. What does this look like, you might wonder? It means working to build a mindset where you can cope with life’s stressors. So many challenges we are faced with can’t be “fixed” or “changed”, so building a healthy level of acceptance and compassion for yourself as you move through these ups and downs can be helpful. For individuals with histories of trauma – either a singular event or complex trauma that has occurred over time – I use eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (commonly referred to as EMDR) to work towards healing. I am a firm believer in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and value working to build and maintain an authentic rapport with clients, regardless of modality. We’re all just human, at the end of the day, and I love the “humanness” of therapy – so I encourage clients to show up as they are.
Q: What do you do outside of work?
A: In my free time, I love being with my family – my husband, daughter, and our dog, too. Taking our little one to the playground, pool, or library brings me a lot of joy! We love to travel, and enjoy exploring new places together. To take care of myself, I enjoy practicing yoga, spin classes with loud 2000’s music, listening to audiobooks, and I recently have rediscovered my enjoyment of playing piano.
Professional Affiliations
- Psychologists’ Association of Alberta
- Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Areas of Specialized Training
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trained Clinician
- 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training – Empower Yoga
- “Uniquely Human – The Power of Neurodiversity” Professional Development Series
