Many individuals who endure difficult or traumatic life events often carry a significant amount of shame when these events interfere with their mental health. We all have periods where we struggle with our relationships, where we find ourselves repeating old patterns, feeling unhappy, defeated, or are having difficulties working through our past.
Through therapy, you can develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions and symptoms, such as anxiety and depression, and build resilience to overcome adversity. You can develop healthier communication and relationship skills, allowing you to form and maintain positive and fulfilling connections with others.
At Tenacity Psychological Health Services Inc., we are here to help you reclaim your life from the grip of trauma and move forward with a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and wellbeing.
We hope that we can be the service provider you feel confident and comfortable with, who you can come back to in times of any need and who you feel has your back knowing that your difficulties are equally as important to us as they are to you.
We understand that we are all human first- we make mistakes and struggle at times. You will see a doctoral level psychologist who treats your circumstances with compassion, empathy and the dignity you deserve, whether you find yourself in the middle of a legal battle, experiencing trauma, or having difficulties in school, home or work environments.
Dr. Lyndsey Silva is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist with a deep passion for helping individuals who have experienced adversity and trauma. She earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including survivors of abuse (emotional, sexual, physical, and neglect), intimate partner violence, foster care, parenting, and individuals with legal problems.
With over 2200+ hours of psychological testing experience, Dr. Silva is equipped to provide objective measures to monitor progress and ensure that her clients receive care that is proven to be effective. She specializes in conducting evaluations and assessments that provide a comprehensive understanding of an individual’s functioning.
Through a trauma-informed lens and respect for the individual’s unique experience, Terra is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families, to find their individual voice and strengthen communication while deepening relationships. Through her work with adults and adolescents, she provides guidance on a range of concerns, including identity, relationships, and life transitions. She is grounded in the belief that an individual’s truth lies within, and she creates a safe, inclusive space to explore this in order to facilitate healing and growth.
Terra holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Provisional Psychologist through the College of Alberta Psychologists. She builds strong, trusting relationships through empathy and understanding and tailors her approach to fit your needs. Terra takes an integrative therapeutic approach and is certified in EMDR and the Gottman Method.
Ella is the backbone of Tenacity Psychological Health Services, her organization, initiative, and warmth keep the practice running smoothly. She is committed to ensuring that every client’s experience is compassionate, accessible, and seamless from start to finish.
Ella holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and has contributed to research in areas such as child development, interpersonal relationships, and group dynamics. At Tenacity, she supports both clinical and forensic services, coordinating assessments, managing communication, and providing high-level administrative support with efficiency and care.
Her work reflects not only her academic expertise but also her empathy and insight, informed by personal experience with neurological conditions. Ella’s professionalism, reliability, and genuine kindness make her an invaluable member of the team and a key reason Tenacity can deliver the quality of service it’s known for.
Dr. Neil Darren Schwartz is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in trauma-informed psychotherapy and psychological assessment. He works with individuals presenting with complex clinical profiles, including histories of trauma exposure, substance use, emotional and behavioral regulation difficulties, legal involvement, and mood or psychotic disorders. He earned his PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and completed advanced training within the VA healthcare system, providing services across inpatient, outpatient, and residential levels of care.
His work integrates evidence-based practice with psychological and neuropsychological assessment to support diagnostic clarification and informed clinical decision-making. Using objective assessment and clinical judgment, Dr. Schwartz evaluates patterns of functioning that impact behavior and interpersonal relationships. He is committed to providing structured, ethical care that supports accountability, stability, and sustained improvement.
Navdeep is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, providing compassionate and client-centered counselling services to children, adolescents, and parents, as well as adults. With a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Calgary, she brings a strong academic foundation to her practice. Navdeep draws on a trauma-informed, neurodevelopmental, and systemic lens, incorporating evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, person centered care, dialectical behaviour therapy and solution focused therapy. She brings years of experience supporting neurodivergent populations and their families through school- and community-based settings in Calgary (ADHD, Autism, Learning disabilities). Navdeep also holds extensive experience supporting individuals with a range of mental health concerns, including Anxiety and Depressive disorders, self harm and suicide ideation, complex trauma, emotional regulation challenges, family conflict and relationships, gender identity, eating disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, stress management and more. Raised in northeast Calgary, she is passionate about giving back to her community, particularly through increasing access to mental health services and decreasing stigma in the South Asian community.
Luke is a registered psychologist with a strong background in biopsychology and specialized training in family and systemic therapy. He is passionate about supporting children and families as they navigate separation, conflict, and periods of change, with a focus on strengthening relationships and promoting emotional safety.
He works from a family systems–based approach and integrates evidence-based therapies including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and attachment-informed interventions. Luke’s style is collaborative, thoughtful, and structured, helping families improve communication, reduce conflict, and rebuild safety & trust.
Luke offers parent coaching, reunification therapy and is beginning to take on parenting evaluations. He approaches this work with care, balance, and a child-focused lens, recognizing the emotional and relational complexities families often face.
His passion for family-based work grew through volunteer experience at a crisis centre and during his clinical internship at the Calgary Family Therapy Centre, where he developed a strong appreciation for collaborative, team-based care.
If you’re struggling with mental health concerns or simply looking for a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts and emotions, schedule an individual therapy session today to start your journey towards healing and personal growth.
