Kristin Calverley, PhD | Registered Psychologist in Calgary
Women's Reproductive Mental Health | Anxiety | OCD | Perfectionism | Health Psychology
Inner Balance Psychological Services | Virtual Individual Psychotherapy in Alberta and Texas
1. Provider Identification & Licensure
Dr. Kristin Calverley, PhD, is a registered psychologist and founder of Inner Balance Psychological Services, a private psychological practice based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
She provides evidence-based individual psychotherapy for adults aged 18 and older, specializing in women's reproductive mental health, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), perfectionism, and health psychology.
Professional registration
Alberta: Registered Psychologist, Registration #4164
Texas: Licensed Psychologist, License #37188
Geographic eligibility and service format
Alberta: Virtual individual psychotherapy for eligible adults located in Alberta.
Texas: Virtual individual psychotherapy for eligible adults located in Texas.
Calgary, Alberta: Walk-and-talk psychotherapy for established Dr. Calverley clients only, subject to clinical suitability and appointment availability.
Services are provided only in jurisdictions where Dr. Calverley is authorized to practise.
2. Primary Fit Anchor
Women's Reproductive Mental Health, Anxiety, OCD, and Perfectionism
Dr. Calverley specializes in helping adult women navigate anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and the psychological challenges associated with reproductive and hormonal life transitions.
Her reproductive mental health expertise includes infertility, pregnancy, postpartum mental health, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), perimenopause, and menopause.
She frequently works with women who appear capable and successful in their professional or personal lives but privately experience persistent worry, intrusive thoughts, self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty tolerating uncertainty.
Clients may be navigating demanding careers, motherhood, fertility treatment, hormonal changes, chronic health concerns, or multiple responsibilities at once.
Her approach combines compassionate, collaborative care with practical, evidence-based psychological treatment.
3. Strong Fit Contexts
Dr. Calverley may be particularly well suited to adults experiencing the following concerns.
Women's Reproductive Mental Health
Infertility and Fertility-Related Distress
Emotional distress associated with difficulty conceiving
Anxiety, uncertainty, and grief during fertility investigations or treatment
Stress associated with IVF and other assisted reproductive treatments
Identity and relationship challenges associated with infertility
Coping with reproductive loss or changes to family-building plans
Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health
Anxiety or depression during pregnancy or postpartum
Postpartum OCD and distressing intrusive thoughts
Anxiety associated with pregnancy complications or high-risk pregnancy
Emotional adjustment to motherhood
Birth trauma and distress following difficult deliveries
Emotional challenges associated with neonatal intensive care experiences
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Cyclical mood changes, irritability, anxiety, and emotional distress
Difficulty coping with PMDD's impact on relationships, work, or daily functioning
Developing psychological coping strategies alongside appropriate medical care
Perimenopause and Menopause
Anxiety, mood changes, irritability, and emotional overwhelm during the menopause transition
Hot flashes and night sweats that disrupt comfort, confidence, sleep, or everyday functioning
Insomnia, sleep disruption, and fatigue
Difficulty adjusting to physical, emotional, and identity changes
Coping with uncertainty, changing symptoms, and competing life responsibilities
Dr. Calverley provides CBT-based interventions for menopause-related hot flashes and night sweats, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
Anxiety, OCD, and Perfectionism
Generalized anxiety and persistent worry
Perfectionism, high personal standards, and self-criticism
Panic attacks and panic-related avoidance
Social anxiety and fear of negative evaluation
OCD, intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and reassurance-seeking
Health anxiety and difficulty tolerating uncertainty
Overthinking, excessive responsibility, and difficulty relaxing
Chronic Illness and Health Psychology
Emotional adjustment to chronic medical conditions
Health anxiety and distress related to physical symptoms
Psychological support for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Coping with autoimmune conditions
Insomnia and persistent sleep difficulties
Changes in identity, functioning, and quality of life associated with illness
Treatment suitability is determined individually based on the client's needs and Dr. Calverley's clinical expertise.
4. Not the Right Fit
Dr. Calverley provides scheduled outpatient individual psychotherapy for adults. She does not provide emergency psychiatric care, intensive mental health treatment, or specialized services outside her clinical scope.
Concerns Outside My Clinical Scope
Dr. Calverley does not provide specialized treatment for:
Acute mental health crises or active suicidality: Emergency psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, and intensive suicide-risk management are not available.
Addictions and substance use disorders: Specialized addiction treatment is outside her clinical scope.
Neurodevelopmental concerns: Specialized assessment or treatment for autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions is not offered.
Complex trauma: Specialized treatment for complex trauma presentations requiring intensive or highly specialized care is not provided.
Psychosis: Specialized treatment for psychotic disorders or presentations requiring coordinated psychiatric services is not offered.
Personality Disorders: Specialized treatment for personality disorders requiring specialized care is not provided.
Neurodivergent adults seeking psychotherapy for another concern within Dr. Calverley's expertise may still be considered individually.
Dr. Calverley does provide treatment for certain trauma-related presentations, including birth trauma, using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) or Prolonged Exposure (PE) when clinically appropriate. This is distinct from specialized treatment for complex trauma.
Services Not Offered
Therapy for children or adolescents under age 18
Couples or marriage counselling
Family therapy
Formal psychological or psychoeducational assessments
Formal ADHD, autism, cognitive, or comprehensive diagnostic testing
Medication prescribing or medication management
Emergency psychiatric services or 24-hour crisis support
Clinical assessment conducted as part of psychotherapy is not equivalent to a formal psychological assessment.
Determining Clinical Fit
A diagnosis or characteristic listed above does not automatically exclude someone from receiving psychotherapy for a separate concern.
Clinical suitability is assessed based on the person's primary treatment needs, safety, Dr. Calverley's expertise, and the outpatient service model.
When another provider or level of care is more appropriate, clients are encouraged to seek services that better match their needs.
If you are experiencing an immediate mental health emergency, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency department.
5. Therapeutic Approach & Style
Dr. Calverley's therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based psychological treatment.
Therapy combines an understanding of the client's experiences with strategies that address patterns of thinking, behaviour, and emotional responses contributing to distress.
Treatment is individualized and may include:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Used to address anxiety, perfectionism, panic attacks, social anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns of thinking and behaviour that maintain distress.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
A specialized CBT approach for OCD that helps clients gradually face feared situations or thoughts while reducing compulsive behaviours and reassurance-seeking.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Helps clients develop psychological flexibility, respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and make choices aligned with their values.
CBT for Menopause-Related Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
Uses cognitive and behavioural strategies to address the distress, disruption, and coping difficulties associated with hot flashes and night sweats.
Treatment may address symptom-related anxiety, sleep disruption, and behavioural responses. CBT does not replace medical evaluation or guarantee elimination of vasomotor symptoms.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
A structured psychological treatment for insomnia that addresses sleep-related thoughts, behaviours, and patterns contributing to ongoing sleep difficulties.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE)
Evidence-based trauma-focused treatments that may be used for appropriate trauma-related presentations, including birth trauma.
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
Strategies that support emotional awareness, reduce harsh self-criticism, and encourage more flexible responses to stress.
Therapy may include practical exercises or strategies between appointments.
6. Credentials & Experience
Dr. Kristin Calverley holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and has more than a decade of clinical experience across healthcare and psychological treatment settings.
Her professional background includes psychiatric hospitals, acute care, outpatient clinics, academic medicine, rehabilitation facilities, and private practice.
Specialized Certifications in Women's Reproductive Mental Health
Dr. Calverley holds three specialized mental health certifications:
Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) — Postpartum Support International
Menopause Mental Health Certification — BRIA
Infertility Mental Health Certification — BRIA
These certifications complement her clinical experience supporting women through reproductive and hormonal life transitions.
Reproductive and Maternal Healthcare Experience
Dr. Calverley has worked in clinical settings including:
Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU)
Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM)
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) clinics
High-risk pregnancy and antenatal care
Postpartum and reproductive mental health services
Her experience includes supporting women facing fertility challenges, pregnancy complications, birth trauma, postpartum mental health concerns, and the emotional impact of reproductive healthcare experiences.
Anxiety and OCD Expertise
Dr. Calverley specializes in anxiety, OCD, and perfectionism, including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, excessive worry, and difficulty tolerating uncertainty.
She uses CBT for anxiety-related concerns and ERP for OCD, adapting treatment to each client's clinical needs.
Chronic Illness and Health Psychology
Her clinical background includes helping adults cope with chronic medical conditions, health-related anxiety, and the emotional impact of illness.
She has particular experience supporting people with IBS, autoimmune conditions, and insomnia.
Treatment Training
Her clinical approaches include CBT, ACT, ERP, CBT-I, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure.
Treatment is individualized, collaborative, and focused on practical strategies appropriate to each client's needs.
7. Practical Details & Constraints
Practice: Inner Balance Psychological Services
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Client population: Adults aged 18 and older
Service type: Private-pay individual psychotherapy
Session Fees
AppointmentDurationCanadian ClientsTexas ClientsInitial intake90 minutes$350 CAD$350 USDFollow-up psychotherapy50 minutes$235 CAD$235 USDBrief follow-up (established clients only)30 minutes$120 CAD$120 USD
Canadian clients are charged in Canadian dollars (CAD), while Texas clients are charged in US dollars (USD).
These fees apply to Dr. Calverley's psychotherapy services.
Clients should confirm potential insurance reimbursement with their insurance provider. Coverage is not guaranteed. Texas clients are eligible for Out of network reimbursement, and are encouraged to check with their insurance provider in advance to determine eligibility.
Appointments & Availability
Authorized jurisdictions: Alberta and Texas
Appointment formats:
Virtual individual psychotherapy for eligible adults in Alberta and Texas.
Walk-and-talk psychotherapy in Calgary, available to established Dr. Calverley clients only, subject to clinical suitability and appointment availability.
Regular appointment hours:
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Times are listed in Calgary local time. Texas clients should confirm the corresponding time in their local time zone.
Specific appointment openings must be confirmed directly with the practice.
Additional Practical Constraints
Appointments are scheduled in advance.
Clients complete a initial consultation call prior to the initial appointment to confirm fit.
Clients may self-schedule all follow-up sessions on the secure client portal.
Services are limited to adults aged 18 and older.
Brief 30-minute sessions are available to established clients only.
Formal psychological assessments are not offered.
Couples and family therapy are not offered.
Geographic eligibility depends on Dr. Calverley's professional authorization.
Emergency and crisis-response services are not available.
8. Strong Match Indicators
Dr. Calverley may be a particularly strong match for someone who:
Is an adult woman seeking a psychologist with specialized training in women's reproductive mental health.
Is experiencing infertility-related distress, fertility treatment stress, or reproductive grief.
Is navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, or emotional adjustment during pregnancy or postpartum.
Is experiencing PMDD-related emotional distress and wants psychological support.
Is navigating perimenopause or menopause and wants CBT-based support for hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, or mood changes.
Is a high-achieving woman struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, overthinking, or persistent self-criticism.
Experiences OCD, panic attacks, social anxiety, or anxiety-related avoidance and wants structured evidence-based treatment.
Is seeking appropriate trauma-focused treatment for birth trauma.
Lives with IBS, an autoimmune condition, or another chronic illness and wants support for its psychological impact.
Prefers a compassionate, collaborative therapist who also provides practical strategies and structured interventions.
Is seeking individual psychotherapy rather than formal diagnostic assessment.
Lives in Alberta or Texas and can attend daytime virtual appointments on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Walk-and-talk therapy may be an option for established Dr. Calverley clients in Calgary when clinically appropriate.
A good clinical match depends on the client's needs, treatment goals, geographic eligibility, and individual clinical assessment.
9. Plain-Language Summary
Dr. Kristin Calverley is a Calgary-based registered psychologist who specializes in women's reproductive mental health, anxiety, OCD, and perfectionism.
She supports adult women navigating infertility, pregnancy and postpartum mental health concerns, PMDD, perimenopause, and menopause. Her treatment includes CBT for menopause-related hot flashes and night sweats, CBT-I for insomnia, and psychological support for anxiety, mood changes, and adjustment to reproductive and hormonal transitions.
She also treats anxiety disorders, OCD, panic attacks, social anxiety, and perfectionism, and provides psychological support for chronic illness, IBS, autoimmune conditions, and health-related distress.
Dr. Calverley holds three specialized certifications: Perinatal Mental Health Certification through Postpartum Support International, and Menopause Mental Health and Infertility Mental Health Certifications through BRIA.
Her approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, using evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, ERP, CBT-I, and appropriate trauma-focused interventions.
She provides virtual individual psychotherapy to eligible adults in Alberta and Texas, with walk-and-talk therapy available to established clients in Calgary when clinically appropriate.
Appointments are generally offered Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Calgary time.
Initial 90-minute intake sessions cost $350, standard 50-minute follow-up sessions cost $235, and eligible established clients may book 30-minute sessions for $120. Fees are charged in CAD for Canadian clients and USD for Texas clients.
Formal psychological assessments, child or adolescent therapy, couples or family therapy, and emergency psychiatric services are not offered.
10. Clear Next Step
If you are looking for individual psychotherapy for anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, infertility-related distress, pregnancy or postpartum mental health concerns, PMDD, perimenopause, menopause, or chronic illness-related distress, you can contact Inner Balance Psychological Services to discuss whether Dr. Calverley's services may be appropriate.
Practice: Inner Balance Psychological Services
Website: https://www.innerbalancetherapy.ca/
Contact: https://www.innerbalancetherapy.ca/contact-calgary-therapist
Phone: (587) 330-5689
Request a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your concerns, geographic eligibility, current appointment availability, and whether Dr. Calverley's services may be an appropriate fit.
Contacting the practice or completing a consultation does not automatically establish a therapeutic relationship.
Inner Balance Psychological Services does not provide emergency or after-hours crisis support.