News Posted On Mar 01, 2024

Navigating Relationship Challenges: Discover Our Supports and Solutions

Do you often have conflicts, misunderstandings, or other challenges in your relationships? Are your relationships making you feel unsafe, frustrated, angry, or insecure? Relationships, whether with romantic partners, friends, family members, or co-workers,…

News Posted On Mar 01, 2024

ACEs 101: How Adverse Childhood Experiences Affect You

We all go through awful and distressing situations that we have to endure. Unfortunately, when these experiences are traumatic enough, especially in early childhood, they can quite literally change the way our genes function. This makes us prone to developing…

News Posted On Feb 01, 2024

6 Steps for Better Communications With Your Partner

We all have misunderstandings and communication blunders with our partners, no matter how happy the relationship is. Here are six tips for improving communications and your relationship with your partner: 1. Schedule time with each other Set aside a…

News Posted On Jan 01, 2024

Navigating Parenthood: Our Supports for Caregivers

Parenthood is a journey filled with countless precious moments. However, caring for a child also comes with its fair share of challenges. As a caregiver, you might sometimes grapple with questions, frustrations, stress, and overwhelm. It's okay to…

News Posted On Jan 01, 2024

Healthy Habits: 8 Good Habits to Have in Life

Good habits benefit our physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental health. These are the habits that get you closer to living your best life. Good habits help you become more productive and energetic. These habits help us move forward. If you are unsure…

News Posted On Dec 01, 2023

Therapeutic Foster Care in the News - New Approach in Alberta

Foster care is changing in Alberta, and we are thrilled to be part of this new approach. Our therapeutic foster care (ohpikîhakan) is focused on increased training and support for caregivers, and family reunification. Did you catch our therapeutic…

News Posted On Dec 01, 2023

How to Enjoy Long Winters

Some days, spending time outdoors during winter can feel more like a challenge than an enjoyment. As the temperatures drop, it can be easy to huddle indoors, wrapped in the warmth of blankets and the glow of electronic screens. However, spending time…

News Posted On Dec 01, 2023

Take Care of Your Mental Health During the Holidays

The holiday season is not an exciting and joyful time for everyone. There are many people who experience family conflicts, grief, loneliness, feelings of isolation, or negative memories around this time of year. If this is you, know that you're not…

News Posted On Nov 01, 2023

What to Expect at Your First Counselling Session

"I am nervous, anxious, and scared to attend a therapy session. I am afraid to open up. What do I even say? Do I start the conversation?" "What if people judge me for going to therapy? People might think I am weak." "I'm terrified to feel my feelings.…

News Posted On Nov 01, 2023

7 Signs of a Healthy Relationship

We all deserve to be in a healthy relationship. Simply put, a healthy relationship brings out the best in you. Here are seven signs to look for: 1. You trust each otherYou trust your partner, meaning you have confidence in them, can rely on them, and…

News Posted On Oct 01, 2023

The Truth About Self-Discovery, and Why it's the First Step to a Fulfilling Life

How much of your life is in your control? Deep down, many of us harbor ideas about who and what we should be in order to be loved, accepted, and successful. As a society, we learn and are evaluated from a young age to please, achieve, and live up to…

News Posted On Oct 01, 2023

What to Do When Your Child is Being Bullied

Although bullying affects the majority of Canadian children, it is not a normal part of growing up. If you notice bullying, you must get involved and teach children how to connect with people in healthy ways. What should you do if you suspect or know…

News Posted On Sep 01, 2023

Our Indigenous Support Services

The Family Centre is committed to working towards reconciliation by becoming a wicihtasow (ally). Read on to learn how we are developing our Indigenous practice and the services available to our Indigenous service users. We have been developing our…

News Posted On Aug 01, 2023

Connect and Redirect: Try This to Calm Down Your Child When They Are Emotionally Overwhelmed

Do you know how to respond when your child is having an emotional meltdown? Are you able to calm them down fairly easily? Do you both feel good about your interaction afterwards? When a child is upset, they might be doing some of the following to signal…

News Posted On Aug 01, 2023

How to Communicate Effectively

Do you find it hard to express your wants and opinions? Do you tend to do what others want regardless of your desires? If your answer is yes, read on to learn effective communication tips. Hopefully, these tips can improve your effective communication…

News Posted On Jul 01, 2023

Roots & Wings Summer Camp 2023

FREE SUMMER CAMP FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS Hey there, parents! Summer is here, and what better way to spend it than to join a free summer camp? You get to meet other parents and caregivers in the community, but you'll also learn about self-care,…

News Posted On Jul 01, 2023

What is Gaslighting & Steps to Take if You’re Being Gaslighted

Have you ever been in a situation where another person made you feel like your thoughts, feelings, and perspectives were invalid? They may make you wonder if you're the source of relational issues, and that you need to be more critical about how you…

News Posted On Jul 01, 2023

Do you have an "Everyday Addiction?"

Do you have an "everyday addiction"? Let’s think about your day. How many cups of coffee do you drink? How often do you check your phone? Do you think about your phone several times during the day? Do you drive really fast on the freeway? How many…

News Posted On Jul 01, 2023

Little Turtle's Story

“In the story of Little Turtle, a little turtle goes in and out of their shell. All my life, I’ve always been in my shell, and I’ve never been able to come out. Little Turtle is a name gifted to me by an Elder.” she explains the significance…

News Posted On Jun 20, 2023

Caitlyn's Story

Caitlyn struggles to combat her social anxiety and navigate her slight autism. To the point that it was affecting her classes and grades. She would sometimes miss school because of the anxiety it brought her. "I want to be a normal person, but no one's…

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