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Services
Psychotherapy & Mental Health counselling
Psychotherapy is the assessment and treatment of mental health issues using techniques delivered through a therapeutic relationship. The purpose is to promote positive change in cognitions, emotions, behaviours and interpersonal functioning.
Sessions with a mental health professional in blocks of 25, 50 or 75 minutes.
-Individual
-Family
-Parent/caregiver support
Sessions are tailored to each clients goals and can include various modalities such as:
-Play therapy
-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
-Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
-Brainspotting
-Sand Play Therapy
-Music and Art mediated therapy
-Ecotherapy
-Walk and Talk Therapy
-etc.
All ages
Animal assisted Therapy
Therapy sessions with an animal partner and trained animal assisted therapist.
Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that partners animals into treatment plans to improve physical, emotional, cognitive, and social functioning.
We have several animal partners: Comet (dog), Spot (dog), Kira (cat), Tornade (cat), Boba (rabbit), Mitsu (ferret), Flipper (ferret), Spencer (horse), Marble (pony), Caramel (pony), Stryder (horse)
Sessions take place in clinic, on a local farm or on site (for groups only).
All ages
Group Therapy
Group sessions facilitated or supervised by a health professional.
These sessions will focus on a specific theme or topic. The aim of group therapy is to normalize, share and learn. Separate groups will be offered for youth and parents/caregivers.
Please see the group calendar for more information.
Health Services, Wellness Support & System Navigation
Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse
Consultation with a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
Wellness support can meet a variety of needs such as preparation for health related procedures, system navigation, care coordination and/or medication monitoring (in collaboration with existing primary care provider). Gender affirming care services in collaboration with specialists or primary care providers are also available.
All ages
Respite & Educational Services
- Supervised activities at the centre or in the community learning life skills
- Tutoring Services
- Can include an animal partner!
All ages
Occupational Therapist
An occupational therapist (OT) is a healthcare professional who helps people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working. Their goal is to enable clients to participate as fully and independently as possible in everyday activities, which may include tasks at home, school, or work, as well as leisure and social interactions.
Here's how OTs focus on function:
- Assessing Functional Abilities: OTs evaluate a person's current capabilities, limitations, and goals. They assess physical, cognitive, emotional, and sensory skills that impact daily functioning.
- Developing Functional Goals: Treatment plans are highly individualized and based on helping clients regain or improve functional skills to perform specific tasks, like dressing, cooking, working, or managing finances.
- Modifying Tasks and Environments: OTs often recommend modifications to tasks or the environment to make daily activities more accessible. This might include assistive devices, adaptive techniques, or ergonomic changes.
- Building Independence: OTs design interventions that build or restore skills essential for independence, such as motor skills, cognitive skills, or social interactions, allowing clients to feel more self-reliant and engaged.
- Promoting Quality of Life: By improving or adapting functional abilities, OTs help individuals enjoy a better quality of life, minimizing limitations and maximizing participation in meaningful activities.
All ages
Speech Language Pathologist
A speech-language pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, is a healthcare professional who evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders in people of all ages. SLPs work to help individuals overcome or manage difficulties with speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing, aiming to improve their ability to communicate and interact effectively in daily life. Here’s an overview of their key areas of focus:
- Speech Disorders: SLPs help individuals with articulation (how sounds are made), fluency (like stuttering), and voice disorders (such as hoarseness). They work on pronunciation, pacing, and volume to improve speech clarity.
- Language Disorders: These involve difficulties with understanding (receptive language) or expressing (expressive language) ideas. SLPs work with individuals to improve vocabulary, sentence structure, and comprehension, which is crucial for effective communication.
- Social Communication: Some people struggle with the social aspects of communication, including nonverbal cues, eye contact, and conversational rules. SLPs help build these skills, especially for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or social anxiety.
- Cognitive-Communication Disorders: SLPs work with people who have difficulties with memory, attention, problem-solving, and organizing thoughts, often due to traumatic brain injuries, dementia, or stroke.
- Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia): Swallowing problems can result from neurological conditions, surgeries, or age-related changes. SLPs assess swallowing function and develop strategies to help individuals safely eat and drink.
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): For those who cannot communicate verbally, SLPs may introduce AAC tools, such as speech-generating devices or communication boards, to facilitate effective communication.
All ages
Massage Therapy
Unwind & Rejuvenate (Relaxation Massage): This gentle massage uses smooth, flowing strokes to release stress, calm the nervous system, and promote relaxation. It improves circulation, eases muscle tightness, and enhances overall well-being, leaving you refreshed and rejuvenated.
Relieve & Restore (Deep Tissue Massage): This massage uses firm pressure to reach deeper muscle layers and relieve chronic pain and muscle stiffness. Ideal for caregivers, athletes, or those recovering from injury, it reduces adhesions, improves flexibility, and restores function for lasting relief.
Precision & Personalization (Targeted Massage): Tailored to specific areas of discomfort, this therapy combines techniques like deep tissue, trigger point, and myofascial release to alleviate pain, reduce muscle tension, and improve posture. It is perfect for localized pain relief, athletic performance, or injury recovery.
***Please contact the clinic directly if you require any accomodations.
Safe & Sound Protocol
The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an
evidence-based listening therapy designed to reduce sound sensitivities and improve auditory processing, behavioral state regulation, and social engagement behaviors through filtered music.