Alyssa Scalzo, Registered Social Worker at Solasta Counselling in Calgary

Alyssa Scalzo

MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, Therapist
Accepting New Clients

Works with adults and older adults navigating ADHD, adjustment after brain injury or stroke, chronic pain and health concerns, anxiety, depression and complex trauma, combining practical skills with deeper therapeutic work. In person in NW Calgary or online across Alberta.

FEE

$220

per session

INSURANCE

Direct Billing

Most plans cover RSWs · direct billing varies

WHERE

In person & online

NW Calgary · online anywhere in Alberta

LANGUAGES

English

HOURS

Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays

in person or online

About Alyssa

Are daily tasks a struggle? Are you feeling sad or numb? Worried or panicked? Do you often feel overwhelmed or stuck? If so, you are not alone, and I would like to help.

I work with people who are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment to traumatic brain injury/stroke, and complex trauma.

As someone who has lived and professional experience in working with ADHD, I am able to provide a combination of ADHD skills coaching and therapy that provides more comprehensive support for the strengths and challenges that often come with having ADHD. I integrate the practical skills development and individualized strategies of ADHD coaching with the emotional and psychological processing of clinical therapy to help you create the life you envision.

My approach to counselling is a collaborative one. I aim to create an affirming and respectful environment where we can explore your thoughts, values, concerns, and strengths in a genuine way. I honestly believe that everyone can live a meaningful life (including you), regardless of any mental or physical health concerns you may be experiencing.

I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Calgary. I mainly practice using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), but will often include information and tools from other types of therapy for a more individualized approach. I am deeply committed to lifelong learning and providing the best possible mental health care.

Who I work with

AdultsYoung AdultsCaregiversOlder Adults2SLGBTQIA+

Communities:

Adults and older adults with ADHD, including women with ADHD, people living with brain injury, stroke or chronic health conditions, family caregivers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ adults.

What I can help with

ADHD & Executive Function ›Brain Injury & StrokeChronic Pain & Illness ›Anxiety ›AutismComplex Trauma ›CaregiversSpeech & Memory Challenges

Also:

caregiver stress, speech and memory challenges after brain injury or stroke (including aphasia), executive functioning and time management, emotional regulation, stress and burnout, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

How I work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

My main approach. Learning to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fight them, and taking steps toward a life that feels meaningful to you.

ADHD skills coaching and therapy

Practical strategies for focus, time management and getting things done, combined with space to process the emotional side of living with ADHD.

DBT skills, including neuroaffirming DBT

Concrete skills for managing big emotions, distress and relationships, adapted to work with how your brain works.

Also:

Brief and trauma-informed CBT, compassion-focused, solution-focused, person-centred and strengths-based therapy.

A bit more about me

Outside of work, you will often see me (or rather not see me) at home reading, engaging with my various hobbies, or snuggling up with my partner and my cats in front of the TV.

Fees and insurance

Session fee: $220.
Alyssa is a Registered Social Worker. Many extended health plans cover services provided by Registered Social Workers. Direct billing may be available depending on the insurer and plan, so we recommend confirming your benefits with your insurer.

How to get started

Alyssa currently sees clients on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Book a free 20-minute consultation to see if it feels like a good fit. If it does, book your first session online or by phone, in person or online. If those days don’t work for you, our Find a Therapist tool can match you with another Solasta therapist.

Prefer to talk first? Call (587) 487-7015.

Credentials and training

REGISTRATION

Registered Social Worker, Alberta College of Social Workers #17061 · Authorized to perform restricted psychosocial activities

EDUCATION

Master of Social Work (MSW), Clinical Practice with Individuals, Families and Groups, University of Calgary · BA in Social Science (Psychology and Sociology), University of Lethbridge

EXPERIENCE

Urgent mental health and single-session walk-in counselling (Recovery Alberta) · Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured (counselling for people with brain injury or stroke, and their families) · The Mustard Seed Wellness Centre

KEY TRAINING

ACT · DBT skills and neuroaffirming DBT · Brief and trauma-informed CBT · ADHD Specialization Certificate (including emotional regulation, executive functioning, mindfulness, ADHD in women and diverse populations) · Working with Emerging Adults · Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia · DSM-5 diagnosis and treatment planning

Questions about seeing Alyssa

Does Alyssa offer ADHD coaching as well as therapy?

Yes. Alyssa combines practical ADHD skills coaching, like strategies for focus, time management and executive functioning, with therapy for the emotional side of ADHD. She also brings her own lived experience with ADHD.
Yes. Alyssa counselled people with acquired brain injury and stroke, and their families, at the Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured. She can adapt sessions for speech and memory challenges, including aphasia.
Yes. Alyssa works with adults of all ages, including older adults, and supports family caregivers coping with stress, loss of independence and health changes. She sees adults 18 and over.
Alyssa currently sees clients on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, in person at our NW Calgary office or online anywhere in Alberta.
Many extended health plans cover services provided by Registered Social Workers. Direct billing may be available depending on your insurer and plan, so check your benefits with your insurer.

Not sure if Alyssa is the right fit?

A free 20-minute call is the easiest way to find out. There’s no commitment.
Profile last updated October 2026
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