Hannah Tan
Therapy for adults who have spent their lives feeling “too much.”
Hi, I’m Hannah Tan, Registered Provisional Psychologist and founder of The Right Room. I created this practice because I know what it feels like to question whether your intensity, emotions, or diagnosis make you difficult to love, difficult to understand, or somehow fundamentally “wrong.”
As a neurodivergent person myself, I understand how isolating it can feel to move through spaces that were never designed with your nervous system in mind. My work focuses on supporting emotionally complex, high-functioning adults and couples navigating experiences such as ADHD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Cyclothymia, emotional dysregulation, and BPD traits.
I believe healing does not come from shrinking yourself into something more acceptable. It comes from finally entering a room where your complexity is met with curiosity instead of shame, and where you no longer have to perform wellness in order to deserve care.
Therapy that feels human.
Accessible, transparent care.
Counselling sessions at The Right Room are $235 per 60 minute session for both individuals and couples.
A limited number of sliding scale spaces are available as part of our commitment to reducing barriers to mental health care and creating access for individuals navigating financial hardship.
If finances are a concern, you are always welcome to reach out and inquire about current availability.
Evidence based, relational, and flexible.
My work integrates practical tools with deeper relational and emotional exploration. Therapy is tailored collaboratively based on your needs, nervous system, and goals.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
In person and virtual support.
Sessions are available virtually across Alberta, as well as in person in both Calgary and Cochrane.
Whether you prefer the comfort of your own space or face to face connection, we can create a rhythm that works for you.
Explore Locations →Adults and couples navigating complexity.
The Right Room currently works with adults, individuals, and couples.
Many clients identify as neurodivergent, emotionally sensitive, high functioning, or deeply overwhelmed beneath the surface.
Services for adolescents and children are not currently offered.
Treatment areas that honour complexity.
Bipolar Disorder I & II
Mood instability, sleep rhythm changes, emotional intensity, diagnosis stigma, and life beyond crisis management.
Cyclothymia
Ongoing mood shifts, emotional unpredictability, rhythm disruption, and learning how to notice patterns before they take over.
ADHD
Executive dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, burnout, shame spirals, motivation struggles, and nervous system overwhelm.
Autism Spectrum
Masking, sensory overwhelm, burnout, social exhaustion, identity exploration, and neurodivergent affirming care.
Borderline Personality Disorder
Intense emotions, attachment wounds, relational pain, identity instability, and learning how to build safety within yourself.
Depression & Major Depressive Disorder
Low mood, disconnection, numbness, shame, exhaustion, loss of meaning, and rebuilding a life that feels livable again.
Anxiety
Overthinking, avoidance, panic, perfectionism, fear of disappointing others, and living with a nervous system that rarely feels settled.
Stress & Burnout
Over functioning, emotional depletion, resentment, chronic pressure, and the collapse that can happen after holding everything together.
Sleep Hygiene
Circadian rhythm disruption, inconsistent routines, sleep avoidance, emotional rhythms, and IPSRT informed support.
Grounded in clinical depth.
Training matters. But so does how that training is held: with curiosity, humility, relational depth, and genuine care for the human sitting across from you.
Formal Education
I hold a Master of Counselling Psychology with President’s Honors from City University of Seattle, where my training focused on trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based approaches to therapy. During this program, I worked at a no-cost clinic in Calgary serving marginalized communities, where I gained hands-on experience supporting adults and couples navigating complex diagnoses, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
I also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Applied Emphasis) with a minor in Religious Studies from Concordia University of Edmonton. My undergraduate studies emphasized human development, psychopathology, and the intersections of culture, identity, and mental health. During this time, I interned at Wellspring Alberta, a non profit focused on supporting individuals with Cancer.
Professional Development
Beyond my formal degrees, I’ve pursued extensive professional development to strengthen both my clinical and leadership skills. I hold a Leadership Development Certificate from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), and additional certifications including:
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) – Canadian Mental Health Association
- Suicide Interventionist Certificate – Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute
- Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health Commission of Canada
- The Practice of Coaching – Roy Group Leadership
- Beyond Skills: The Therapeutic Principles of Dialectical Behaviour – Dr. Rachel King
- TCPS Core (Research Ethics Training) – Panel on Research Ethics
- Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy Certificate
Therapy that feels real.
Not a blank slate therapist.
Therapy with me doesn’t feel like talking to a blank wall. I’m not a blank-slate therapist who just nods and asks, “How does that make you feel?” I bring my full humanity into the room: warmth, honesty, and yes, even humor. If you make a joke, I’ll most likely laugh. We’re two humans sitting together, creating a space that feels safe enough for you to trust me with your story.
Collaborative, not hierarchical.
I see therapy as a highly collaborative and relational process. The compass that guides our work lies within you. You are the expert on your own life. My role is to bring clinical knowledge, tools, and honest reflections to help you navigate what you’re carrying, but you remain in the driver’s seat.
Context matters.
I approach therapy with cultural awareness and deep respect for the many “rooms” we inherit: family systems, workplaces, schools, relationships, and social expectations that shape how we see ourselves. What may feel like a personal flaw is often the result of environments that were never designed with your nervous system, identity, or emotional reality in mind.
Evidence based, but deeply human.
Clients often describe my style as a balance of clinical depth and compassionate presence. I integrate evidence-based approaches, but the real foundation of therapy is the relationship itself. I’ll meet you with clarity, curiosity, and respect while helping you build insight, challenge patterns, and create meaningful change.
You are not broken.
In short: I’m not here to reduce you to a diagnosis or make you feel small. I’m here as a real person, walking alongside you as you rediscover your strength, reconnect with yourself, and begin building a life that actually feels sustainable.
When I’m not in session, you’ll probably find me doing one of three things: building the perfect farm in Stardew Valley, rewatching anime (yes, I’m still waiting for more Hunter x Hunter), or wandering in the Alberta mountains pretending I’m more outdoorsy than I actually am.
I love good food, bad puns, and laughing at life’s absurdities; especially the ones that remind us we’re all just figuring it out as we go. My sense of humor and playfulness aren’t something I leave at the office door; they’re part of how I stay grounded and human, so I can show up that way for you too.
Still very much human.
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Counselling in Calgary and Cochrane For Adults