More About Marcello Troncoso

I understand therapy is a vulnerable endeavour, nevertheless, my aim is to co-create a space with you that is non-judgmental, compassionate, and real. A space where you can examine your life honestly, develop greater self-awareness, and move toward meaningful change aligned with your values, goals, and deepest sense of who you are.

Before entering the field of psychology, I worked in investment banking and private wealth management. That chapter of my life taught me the cost of misalignment — and the importance of pursuing work and relationships grounded in integrity, meaning, and emotional authenticity. It was through that realization that I found my passion for helping others.

My therapeutic style is relational, reflective, and active. I believe therapy should be both a sanctuary and a mirror — a place to feel safe and a place to be challenged. Together, we work not only to understand your challenges, but to develop the insight, tools, and internal alignment needed to live your most congruent, fulfilling life. My approach integrates evidence-based modalities with an understanding that many of our patterns stem from early relational experiences and unprocessed emotional pain. I am especially interested in attachment wounds, trauma recovery, relationship dynamics, and the quiet grief that often hides beneath anxiety, depression, or perfectionism.

If you’re looking for a therapist who will hold your story with care, challenge you when needed, and walk with you through the hard questions — I’d be honored to meet you.

A COUPLE OF QUESTIONS

What is your favourite quote?

The person you must speak to in every moment of everyday is yourself. Try not to lose their respect.

What quick advice do you have for people who are really struggling?

All advice is nuanced but I would hold fast with the following mantra: Be a light to the world in times of personal darkness, for if you’re a light then it proves light exists in this world.

Qualifications

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Bachelors of Arts in Political Science and International Studies

Affiliations

Psychologist Association of Alberta (PAA)

Languages

• English
• Spanish

My Areas of Focus/Specialty Training:

Anxiety & Depression

• Anxiety
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Major Depressive Disorder
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Self-Harming
• Suicidal Thoughts

Couples

• Cross Cultural Issues
• Intercultural and Interracial Relationships
• Marriage and Relationship Concerns

Developmental Disorders

• Cognitive Disability

Grief & Loss Care

• Compassion Fatigue
• Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues
• Losing Someone to Suicide
• Loss of a Child

Mental Health Disorders

• Cognitive Disability

Other Areas

• Cross Cultural Issues
• Emotional Regulation
• Relationship Dependence
• Seniors and the Elderly Issues
• Stress Management

Thrive (Child & Youth)

• Adolescent and Teen Issues
• Behavioural Issues
• Family Issues
• Teen's Mental Health

Trauma Care

• Abuse
• Religious or Spiritual Trauma
• Trauma
• Types of Trauma

Uniformed Personnel & First Responders

• Supporting Someone who is Grieving

I have experience in:

• Abuse
• Adolescent and Teen Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Anxiety Disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adults
• Avoidant Personality Disorder
• Behavioural Issues
• Borderline Personality Disorder
• Changes in Health
• Cognitive Disability
• Common Mental Health Disorders
• Communication Disorders
• Communication and Negotiation
• Compassion Fatigue
• Cross Cultural Issues
• Dealing with Infidelity
• Dealing with Physical Health Issues
• Death or Loss of a Pet
• Depression
• Difficult People
• Emotional Abuse
• Emotional Regulation
• Family Issues
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Grief and Loss
• Impulsivity in Children
• Intercultural and Interracial Relationships
• Issues Related to Bullying
• Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues
• Loss of Employment
• Loss of a Child
• Loss of a Loved One
• Major Depressive Disorder
• Male Sexual Issues
• Marriage and Relationship Concerns
• Moving From Your Residence
• Parents & Caregivers
• Parents, Coaches, & Instructors
• Physical Abuse
• Relationship Dependence
• Religious or Spiritual Trauma
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Self-Harming
• Sexuality and Intimacy Issues
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Sports Performance
• Sports Psychology
• Stress Management
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Trauma
• Types of Trauma
• Weight & Eating Disorders
• Weight Management
• Workplace Stress

My treatment approaches:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Adlerian Therapy
• Behavioural Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Compassion Focused Therapy
• Existential Therapy
• Exposure Therapy
• Faith Based Therapy
• Gottman Couples Therapy
• Jungian Therapy
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative Therapy
• Person Centered Therapy
• Solution Focused Therapy