CARE Psychology - Airdrie

Meet Dr. Crystal Dittrick

Hi, I’m Crystal (she/her/hers)! Thank you so much for visiting CARE Psychology.

I am a Registered Psychologist, Registered Play Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, and Canadian Certified Counsellor with nearly 20 years of education and experience in working with children, youth, adults, and families.

From a young age I have always loved helping people and watching them grow. I knew I wanted to be a psychologist after my very first psychology course in high school. My education journey in psychology includes a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Calgary, a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Lethbridge.

I am also a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified EMDR Therapist. I consider myself to be a life-long learner and continue to update my practice based on the latest evidence of what works for the people I serve.

I have experience providing counselling and psychological services in a variety of settings including education, mental health services, community clinics, and private practice. I have presented for various schools, organizations, and parent nights, national and international conferences, and written peer reviewed articles on the topics of child and adolescent mental health, bullying, peer relationships, social emotional learning, and mindfulness.

Currently, I am working as a psychologist with a local school board in Airdrie, Alberta and venturing into private practice serving Airdrie, Calgary, and the surrounding areas. I also enjoy teaching and mentoring upcoming psychologists through supervising graduate students in their clinical practice.  

I am a mom of two incredible boys and grew up in a family with three sisters. I spend much of my free time with my family. A creative person at heart, I enjoy crafting, hosting family events, baking, watching movies, and playing with my kids.