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Dr. Cassandra Deren Ph.D., Registered Psychologist

I am a registered psychologist in Alberta. My Doctorate is in Counselling Psychology. My specialty areas are clinical and forensic practice with youth and adults in community, hospital-based, and justice-involved settings. I have been working in the field of psychology for over 15 years.

I provide individual therapy including the following:

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

My areas of practice include:

  • Depression and Mood Problems

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Emotion Regulation Challenges

  • Personality Spectrum and Related Disorders

  • Forensic Concerns (e.g. risk reduction)

  • Psychotic Spectrum Disorders

I also offer comprehensive psychological assessments to inform treatment planning, and address referral questions in both clinical and forensic contexts.

  • Personality Assessment

  • Cognitive Assessment

  • General Mental Health

  • Differential Diagnosis

My approach to assessment is both evidence-based and deeply supportive. I focus on providing a thorough, accurate understanding while ensuring the process itself offers personal insight, growth, and a sense of empowerment. Each assessment is designed to be not only informative, but also meaningful and therapeutic.

In all of my work, I focus on building a collaborative, respectful therapeutic relationship and tailoring interventions to each person’s goals, strengths, and circumstances to support meaningful and sustainable change.


Contact Me:

cassandra.deren@gmail.com