Why You Might LOVE Daytime Therapy Appointments
Therapy appointments get booked fast, especially when you need a specialist.
At Canopy Cove Counselling in Alberta, we know how important it is to access therapy when you need it most, whether you're seeking individual therapy, couples counselling, or family therapy. But therapy appointments, especially after work or school, can fill up fast. That’s why we encourage you to consider daytime availability for faster access to services like anxiety therapy, relationship counselling, EMDR therapy, or trauma therapy.
So while you may have it in your head that you, your kid, partner or family can only do after school or work, you might be waiting… and waiting… and waiting. And all the time, your health, your child or your relationship isn’t getting better. In fact, things may be getting worse.
We don’t want you to have to wait to get in.
If you, your kid or teen, partner or family need help, we want to help you right away, even if we need to refer you out. But what we’re finding right now at Canopy Cove Counselling in Alberta, is that many of our therapists have waitlists, especially for those after school or work times.
How do you get in to therapy quicker? Be open to morning and early afternoon.
Often, daytime appointments for kids and teens take a little longer to fill, so your therapist (who works during the day, too!) is available SOONER if you can meet during the school day.
It may feel really challenging to meet for a school or work day appointment every single week, but many of our couples and families make it work, and even end up loving it. Daytime therapy isn’t just about faster scheduling—it can actually enhance your experience and outcomes. Whether you're from Calgary, Red Deer, Airdrie, Olds or somewhere else in Alberta, and looking for individual therapy, couples counselling, or family therapy, here’s why daytime sessions could be your new favourite option:
One: Faster Access to Experienced Therapists
Our most in demand services like marriage counselling, EMDR therapy, trauma or relationship counselling for those in Olds, Calgary, Red Deer, and Airdrie often have shorter wait times during the day.
Two: Less Rush = More Presence
Evening appointments can feel rushed after a long day of work, errands, or parenting. Daytime sessions give you the chance to come in with a clearer mind, allowing for more productive therapy.
Three: Boost Your Day Instead of Ending It on a Heavy Note
Tackling tough emotions late in the day can feel draining. But when you schedule therapy in the morning or early afternoon, you can use the tools you learn right away, helping you stay grounded, focused, and calm for the rest of the day.
Four: Quiet Office Atmosphere
Our office is often calmer and quieter during the day, allowing for a more peaceful, focused environment for therapy, whether it’s for you individually, as a couple, or with your family.
Five: More Flexibility for Follow-Up Activities
After a morning session, many clients like to take a walk, journal at a coffee shop, or meet up with a partner to debrief. You have the freedom to process and integrate your session, rather than heading straight into dinner, bedtime routines, or more work.
Six: Work-Friendly Breaks
For those working from home or with flexible schedules, a therapy session on your lunch break or during a quiet morning can be a healthy, productive reset, like a gym workout for your mind.
Seven: Honestly, parents kind of like the daytime break, too!
If you’re bringing your child or teen to therapy at Canopy Cove Counselling in Alberta, our therapists typically spend the first 10 minutes with you, and the rest of the time one-on-one with your child. Meaning you have a solid 35 minutes of quiet time, in our peaceful waiting room, with the sound machines gently whirring away. It’s a nice break for you to read a magazine, check your instagram, and drink your coffee. And if you end up resting your eyes for a bit, hey you really deserve it!
Eight: You’re Prioritizing Mental Health and Your Relationships on Your Own Terms
By choosing daytime therapy, you're not just squeezing it in—you're saying, "My mental health and/or my relationship matters." And that simple shift in perspective can be empowering and healing all on its own.
When you make time to connect with your kid and bring them to therapy during the day, they understand that what’s going on with them is important. Just like you’d miss school for a dentist appointment, or for a visit with a physical therapist, making a daytime mental health care appointments helps your child understand that their emotional wellbeing is just as important as their physical wellbeing.
Nine: Virtual or In-Person Options Available
We offer both in-person therapy sessions to those who in Olds or drive in from Calgary, Red Deer, or Airdrie, and telehealth options across Alberta. Virtual daytime sessions can be done from your home office or a private room at work, making it easier to fit therapy into your routine.
Ten: It’s Easier to Coordinate for Couples and Families
Coordinating schedules for multiple people, whether it’s you and your partner, or a family therapy session—can be tough. Daytime slots often provide more options for syncing everyone’s availability, especially for those not tied to a 9–5 workday.
Daytime appointments may not work for everyone, but they could be an awesome fit for you.
Book Daytime Therapy in Alberta
At Canopy Cove Counselling Alberta, we’re proud to offer flexible therapy options tailored to your life, whether that means mornings, lunch breaks, or early afternoons. Our compassionate, licensed counsellors and therapists are here to support you, whether you need:
Couples Therapy, Marriage Counselling or Relationship Therapy
Individual Anxiety or Trauma Therapy
Fill out the form, get matched with a therapist and schedule a complimentary consultation call to learn more about our specialized therapy for adults, kids, teens, college students, seniors, couples and families. We try to offer as much after school and weekend availability as we can, but those times go fast, so, think about if daytime could be a good option! And if not, we’re happy to help connect you to other awesome resources in the area.
Let’s talk and see if daytime therapy might be the perfect fit for your individual, relationship, or family needs.