# Mat Milen, RCSW

> Registered Clinical Social Worker providing trauma and attachment therapy in Edmonton and virtually across Alberta. Care for trauma related symptoms, attachment difficulties, and nervous system dysregulation, grounded in evidence and careful pacing.

Mat Milen is a Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) in Alberta, Canada. He provides individual therapy for adults experiencing trauma related symptoms, attachment difficulties, and nervous system dysregulation. His work is grounded in evidence-informed methods and a relational approach that prioritizes safety, pacing, and fit. He has experience supporting veterans and first responders, and also works with civilians whose symptoms follow stress, injury, loss, or earlier relational experiences.

## Services

- **Location:** Edmonton, Alberta. In-person appointments in Edmonton and virtual appointments across Alberta.
- **Credential:** Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW), Alberta College of Social Workers.
- **Focus areas:** Trauma related symptoms, attachment difficulties, nervous system regulation, sustained psychological strain.
- **Primary clientele:** Veterans and first responders, and adults from any background with trauma related symptoms or attachment patterns.

## Methods

- **EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing):** A structured method for processing distressing experiences without requiring detailed retelling. Recommended in major trauma treatment guidelines, including WHO and VA/DoD.
- **AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy):** An attachment informed approach focused on emotion, safety, and healing through a steady therapeutic relationship.
- **Somatic Experiencing (SE):** A body based approach that works with nervous system patterns linked to stress, shutdown, and overwhelm.
- **Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART):** A structured, imagery based approach used to reduce distress linked to difficult memories and symptom triggers.

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.matmilen.com/): Overview of services, approach, and who Mat works with.
- [Approach](https://www.matmilen.com/approach): How therapy works, the assessment process, and detailed descriptions of each method.
- [Contact](https://www.matmilen.com/contact): How to request a consultation, what to expect, fees, and cancellation policy.

## Verification

- Alberta College of Social Workers public registry
- Edmonton Police Service Victim Support listing
- Sun Life Lumino provider profile
- TherapyOwl provider profile