About Us
COUNSELLOR TALK
Counsellor Talk exists to strengthen connection, creativity, and confidence in those who support young people.
Born from decades of real-world experience in schools and counselling settings, Counsellor Talk was created to help educators and mental health professionals move beyond theory and into meaningful, human connection. At its core, the work is grounded in a simple belief: when young people feel truly seen, heard, and understood, growth follows.
Through practical resources, creative counselling techniques, and dynamic professional learning experiences, Counsellor Talk equips professionals with tools they can use immediately — tools that foster trust, deepen engagement, and transform everyday interactions into moments of impact.
Rooted in evidence-informed practice and delivered with heart, Counsellor Talk bridges the gap between knowledge and connection, helping those who work with youth do their work with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose.
About Susan Spellman Cann
Passion, Positivity, Possibility and Purpose
Susan Spellman Cann
Counsellor Talk is led by Susan Spellman Cann, a Registered Psychologist with over four decades of experience working with youth, educators, and counselling professionals.
Susan’s career spans school counselling, teaching, consulting, and private practice, with a deep commitment to supporting those who support young people. Known for her warm, practical, and creative approach, Susan brings both clinical insight and lived experience into every aspect of her work.
Today, Susan continues to lead the development of Counsellor Talk through workshops, resources, and professional learning opportunities designed to inspire growth, creativity, and authentic connection. Her passion lies in empowering educators and mental health professionals with tools that are not only effective, but deeply human.
Based in Calgary, Alberta, Susan remains dedicated to advancing creative counselling practice and supporting the next generation of professionals working with youth.
Susan Spellman Cann
Registered Psychologist