Danielle Bussiere

MSW, Registered Social Worker

Edmonton | Fort Saskatchewan

(she/her)

Specialties:

  • Overwhelming Emotions

  • Stress

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Self-Harm

  • Body Image

  • Confidence

  • Self-Esteem

Specialties:

  • Overwhelming Emotions

  • Stress

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Self-Harm

  • Body Image

  • Confidence

  • Self-Esteem

Specialties:

  • Overwhelming Emotions

  • Stress

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Self-Harm

  • Body Image

  • Confidence

  • Self-Esteem

Clients:

  • Children

  • Teens

  • Young Adults (18-24)

Clients:

  • Children

  • Teens

  • Young Adults (18-24)

Clients:

  • Children

  • Teens

  • Young Adults (18-24)

Danielle has a Master of Social Work designation specializing in Clinical Social Work with a focus on mental and emotional health. Danielle focuses on the relationship and connection we have with ourselves, our family and friends, our community, and the systems that hold us.


Prior to entering the world of therapy, Danielle worked in the areas of housing and addictions, mental health prevention, crisis intervention, victims services, and education. Danielle continues to work in schools supporting students, families, and staff with their mental, emotional, and social health.


Danielle has experience working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, and stress management. Danielle has an authentic, empathic, and non-judgemental approach allowing her to easily connect with others. Danielle works with compassion and honesty to help clients heal, reflect, and grow.


Danielle uses a variety of therapeutic techniques including EMDR Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Strength Based Therapy (SBT). Danielle is a certified facilitator for the attachment-based Connect Parent program, the restorative justice focused Peacemaking Circle program, and the community driven Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) protocol.


Connections is an LGBTQ2S+ affirming and anti-racist practice located on Treaty 6 Territory, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis people. We are proud to be designated a Turtle Island Safer Space.

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