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I live with my husband, Chris, and our goofy (and very large) American Bully, Enzo. 

I am a balance of many things: I grew up on a cattle ranch in rural Alberta, and now I reside in the city. I consider myself playful, but I am also deep down a full-blown nerd. I like to be active and social by day, and a snack-eating, Netflix-watching/Book-reading goblin by evening. I could never consider myself a cat or a dog person- why can’t you be both?

To me, therapy is all about emulating this pursuit of balance in session. Two things can be true at once- we can be powerfully self-accepting, and work towards personal goals that we set out for ourselves. Healing can be both challenging and joyful. As a trained play therapist, I believe versions of play can be used in most sessions. Play looks like many things to different people- it could be telling me about your favorite reality TV show, wanting to bring in yoga or movement into session, and taking time to laugh and feel joy, even amid profound healing. 

My Therapy Style is Warm, Humorous, Playful, Flexible, and Relational!  

katie musgrove (she/her)

Therapist, registered psychologist

CURRENT CLIENTS ONLY

  • Children/Kids/Teens

  • Parent Coaching

  • Eldest Daughter Challenges

  • Adult Family Therapy

Offers support for:

  • Complex & Relational Trauma

  • Neurodivergence

  • Self Harm

  • Ranching & Farming Families

Office Hours:

Monday noon - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00am - 7:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

Location: Okotoks, AB — In-Person & Online
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.

Licensed to serve in Alberta & serving residents of the Yukon. Not accepting new clients.

katie@kindredroots.ca

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Other Ways To Get To Know Me:

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Podcast
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@kindredrootskatie

My “Go-To” Therapy Models

  • Synergetic Play Therapy

    An approach that combines play therapy with nervous system regulation, helping children process emotions by creating a therapeutic relationship that aligns with their unique emotional needs and stress responses.

  • Emotion Focused Individual Therapy (EFT)

    An approach that helps individuals process and transform emotional experiences to improve emotional regulation, self-awareness, and well-being.

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

    An approach that views the mind as composed of various "parts," each with its own perspectives and feelings, and helps clients connect with their core "Self" to heal and harmonize these inner parts.

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Encourages embracing your thoughts and feelings, focusing on the present, and taking meaningful action to improve your life.

I feel I was blessed to feel called to being a therapist at a young age. I attended the University of Lethbridge for both my bachelor’s in psychology, and Master of Education (Counselling Psychology).

During my post-secondary education, I worked with children and teens with various developmental and intellectual disabilities, and this solidified my passion with working with kids, teens, and the people who raise them.  

I have found working in psychology to be intellectually stimulating, inspiring, and challenging (in all the best ways!) I feel the ongoing desire to expand my learning and understandings. My counselling approach integrates my education of evidence-based approaches with a warm and laid-back vibe for my clients- I want my clients to feel relaxed, supported, and seen in my counselling room. 


My Professional Background

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CURRENT CLIENTS ONLY

  • Advanced Embodied Cultural Humility for Synergetic Play Therapists/Providers, (2026)

    ACT for Beginners, (02/2026)

    Synergetic Play Therapy Certification (08/2024-05/2025)

    A Journey into Internal Family Systems (05/2024)

    Theraplay Level One (01/2024)

    Online Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy (10/2021 - 03/2022)

    Safe and Sound Provider Certification (01/2022)

    AutPlay Therapist Certification (10/2021)

    Emotion-Focused Therapy Level One: Trauma (03/2021)

  • Master of Education (Counselling Psychology) June 2021

    Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) June 2017

  • Registered Psychologist #7094

    Certified Synergetic Play Therapist

    Certified Safe and Sound Protocol Provider 

    Certified AutPlay Provider

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THERAPY SHOULD FEEL LIKE:

A safe and warm place where you can always show up as your authentic self!

— KATIE