Meet our AgWell Therapists
Our therapists are part of the AgWell Farmer Wellness Network. All providers have experience or training related to agriculture and understand the unique pressures of farm life. Explore their profiles and connect with any therapist directly to learn more about the process or book your first session.
Matt Groeneveld, CCC, MTS, MACP
Counselling Therapist at Greenfield Counselling
Third-generation farmer and counselling therapist who understands the realities of farm life. Offers practical, agriculture-informed support for stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, available online and by phone across Alberta.
Kerbi McKnight, M.Ed
Registered Psychologist at Shooting Star Psychology & Rancher
Registered Psychologist based in Stettler offering in-person support for trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Uses a blend of evidence-based and experiential approaches, including EMDR and equine-assisted therapy.
Dennis Esayenko, M.A.C, CPC
Certified Professional Counsellor at Midwest Trinity Counselling
Certified Professional Counsellor with a background in farming and 35 years in law enforcement. Offers practical support for trauma, relationships, and life challenges, with online and in-person sessions in the Calgary and Airdrie region.
Amy Monea, MSW, RSW
Clinical Social Worker at Heard Wellness Through Horses
Registered Social Worker offering a calm, relational approach to therapy for farmers and rural communities. Provides in-person, virtual, and phone support with a focus on equine therapy, trauma, and life transitions.
Mario Fafard, CCC
Canadian Certified Counsellor offering a direct, practical approach to therapy for farmers and rural communities. Provides virtual and phone support with a focus on men’s mental health, trauma, and life challenges.
Canadian Certified Counsellor at Mens Soul
Mindy Grover
Clinical Counsellor at Spiral Connections
Clinical Counsellor offering practical, nervous system-based support for farmers and rural communities. Provides in-person, phone, and virtual counselling for stress, trauma, burnout, and addiction.
Alison Varga, MCP, CCC
National Certified Counsellor
National Certified Counsellor offering practical, down-to-earth support for anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Provides flexible in-person and virtual sessions with an understanding of farm life and its demands.
Angie Payne
Counselling Therapist & Certified Equine Gestalt Coach
Equine-facilitated therapist offering a hands-on approach to supporting emotional awareness, stress, and life transitions. Uses the connection between humans and horses to help clients build insight, balance, and new ways of responding to challenges.