Jennifer Spriddle

Growing up in Lethbridge, I was involved in many activities but I particularly loved figure skating. I spent many of my formative years within the ice rinks. As I grew up and became more competitive, I often found it difficult to cope with the pressure that I had put upon myself to “perform”. That led me to my interest in peak performance. I completed my Bachelor of Physical Education at the University of Alberta. From there, I attended the University of British Columbia where I completed a Masters of Physical Education specializing in the Psychology of Sport. After teaching at Capilano College for a few years, I returned to Lethbridge. I worked as a sport psychology consultant and as a skating instructor while my kids were young. When they started school, I completed a Masters in Education (Counselling Psychology) at the University of Lethbridge. While completing my course work, I worked as a counsellor at Family Centre as I obtained my credentialing to become a Registered Psychologist. I have been working in private practice at Associates Counselling since 2005.

While at Associates Counselling Services, I work with teens and adults who are interested in obtaining peak performance in their endeavors (performance, sport, business).
I also work with adults experiencing mental health challenges (depression, anxiety), grief and loss, and trauma. As a trained mediator and “divorce coach”, I work with parents going through a collaborative separation/divorce process to support the development of an effective co-parenting relationship.

I spend part of my work week at the Canadian Back Institute, working collaboratively with their health care providers to support clients who have experienced physical injuries and/or traumatic psychological injuries .