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INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY COUNSELLING
If you have landed here, either you or someone you love is in need of counselling. We are here to help. We offer private clinical counselling sessions in a variety of ways, for individuals and families, and have in person and remote options available. Taking the first step can sometimes be the hardest one! We are here to provide a counselling experience that will help you feel comfortable, safe, and uplifted. Sometimes finding effective support can be an overwhelming task when there are so many options.
Our therapists offer evidence-based practice, meaning that we use therapeutic interventions that have scientific evidence to support their effectiveness as treatments for specific clinical problems. We are committed to providing high quality care based on the best scientific evidence available. Our clinical counselling practice will connect you with a highly trained registered clinical therapist, with a Master's degree in counselling and mental health.
Our clinical counselling practice is a relational, person-centred approach, utilizing developmental, ecological, narrative, cognitive-behavioural, and solution-focused theories. Our goal is to customize and integrate well-researched therapies into practice, and we are committed to staying current with the latest research to ensure the best care possible. We strive to offer flexibility and empower clients to take charge of their life and create the life they want. We firmly believe there is always something you can do to progress and move forward.
SPECIALIZED FAMILY SERVICES COUNSELLING
We are honoured to support clients involved in family law matters. We help families navigate the emotional challenges of separation, parenting transitions, and family conflict while building towards a more peaceful future through small, manageable changes.
Our team takes an integrated approach, drawing on clinical counselling, education, negotiation, strategic problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills to support clients throughout their family law journey. We help clients build insight, develop healthier behaviours, manage conflict, and make decisions that support their well-being and the best interests of their children. Our goal is to help families move forward constructively and reduce the emotional toll of an adversarial family court experience.
How we support clients:
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Providing a fresh start in a neutral, non-judgemental atmosphere
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Supporting clients navigating separation, parenting challenges, and other family law matters
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Developing collaborative, child-focused plans that prioritize the best interests of the children
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Building on individual strengths to empower clients to contribute positively to their family life
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Encouraging progress through small, manageable steps with intensive clinical support from an experienced and caring team
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Supporting clients as they navigate difficult emotions throughout the family law process
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Helping clients take ownership of their feelings, moderate their behaviour, and manage impulses
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Encouraging families to think flexibly and creatively when challenges arise
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Promoting healthier communication and constructive approaches to conflict to support more positive outcomes for the whole family
FAMILY LAW REPORT WRITING SERVICES
Our family law reports aim to provide thorough, clear, and balanced information to support families and courts in making informed decisions during sensitive family law matters. Each report is customized to reflect the unique circumstances of the family and ensure that the best interests of the child remain central to the process.
We offer three types of reports tailored to your family's specific needs:
Non-Evaluative Reports (Hear the Child)
A Hear the Child Report focuses solely on gathering and reporting the child’s expressed views. It is non-evaluative, meaning no professional opinion or analysis is included. The primary goal is to clearly and accurately document the child's perspective on living arrangements and other relevant concerns. This report is typically suitable when:
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The child is generally eight years or older.
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Parents and the court wish to hear the child's direct perspective without analysis or recommendations.
Evaluative Reports (Views of the Child)
A Views of the Child Report includes the child's expressed views as well as an evaluation on critical matters, such as:
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Parent-child contact problems.
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External influences on the child's perspectives.
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The child's understanding of their expressed views.
This type of report involves multiple interviews and provides a more comprehensive analysis to help families and courts make informed decisions regarding custody and parenting plans.
Full Section 211 Reports
A comprehensive Section 211 Report, guided by the Family Law Act, provides a thorough assessment focused on the child’s best interests. It includes:
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Individual interviews with parents and the child(ren).
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Observations of parent-child interactions.
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Reviews of relevant documentation and collateral interviews with professionals such as teachers, counsellors, and medical providers.
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Assessment of allegations or concerns regarding family violence, abuse, or neglect, if applicable.
Our process strives to offer families fair, balanced, and thorough assessments to assist the courts and families in making informed, child-centred decisions.
For more information on choosing the appropriate report for your family's circumstances, please contact us directly.