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News Posted On Jul 01, 2024
How do you know when it’s time to see a therapist?
We all struggle with life’s ups and downs. Usually, you can handle the pitfalls that life throws your way by developing strategies to work through everyday, ordinary worries. However, when things get a little more challenging, many people seek support…
News Posted On Jul 01, 2024
Mohammad's Story: Adjusting to Canadian Life with the Help of Roots & Wings Program
Four months into his new life in Canada, Mohammad has adjusted significantly well. He praises The Family Centre’s (TFC) Roots & Wings program for this triumphant feat. “I thought it would be one year for me to improve and adjust to the culture…but…
News Posted On Jun 01, 2024
Developing a Foundation for a Long Term, Healthy Relationship
You are madly and passionately in love, and you have found “the one.” You and your partner have decided to commit to each other through marriage or living together. In the beginning phase of a relationship, couples can often be shy or reluctant about…
News Posted On May 08, 2024
The Online Safety Toolkit
Edmonton’s Neighbourhood Empowerment Team collaborated with the Altview Foundation and the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton to create a free digital resource for those who experience harm online and includes tools and resources to feel safe(r) online.…
News Posted On May 01, 2024
Susanne's Story: "Better access to mental health support helps me live my best life"
Susanne is a resilient woman who found mental health support through The Family Centre, a United Way-funded partner agency. Empowered by these tools and resources, Susanne reclaimed control of her life. Her journey of self-discovery and recovery is…
News Posted On May 01, 2024
Positive Self-Talk: What it is & How to Practice it
As you begin this article, take a moment to pause and really think about these next questions. When you woke up, what first crossed your mind? Did you embrace the day with eagerness, or do you find yourself hesitating and perhaps feeling a bit apprehensive…
News Posted On Apr 01, 2024
Therapy Groups at The Family Centre
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship issues? Do you often feel alone, wishing you had someone to lean on who understands what you're going through? Our therapy groups for depression, anxiety, grief, and healthy relationships…
News Posted On Apr 01, 2024
How to Teach Problem-Solving Skills to Your Child: A Guide for Every Age
Problem-solving is a vital skill that every child should develop as they grow. The ability to problem-solve effectively can not only enhance their performance in school, but is also a critical life skill that will help them navigate life’s challenges…
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
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…
The Family Centre acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.