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There can be different reasons for your family to seek help. Whether you’re trying to make it through a life event such as divorce and loss, or you’re overwhelmed and experiencing intense emotions, help is here.
You can access the family counselling services offered by our professional Family and Play Therapists. Our counselling programs are designed to enhance and strengthen family life, develop coping skills and help people help themselves.
If you feel you and your family could benefit from counselling and would like to access our services, please email the lead counsellor directly at and provide your contact information. If you do not have access to email, please call our office at 403-783-4462 and leave your contact information with the receptionist or message after hours.
The counsellor will then contact you to obtain the information they need and to schedule an appointment if appropriate.
Fees for our family counselling services are based on a sliding scale. Funding may be available and eligibility depends on identified purposes.
Our Lead Therapist, Koreen Naughler, holds a BSc in Behavioural Science and an MS in Marital and Family Therapy. She has been a member and Canadian Certified Counsellor in good standing with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) since 2004. She is also a Certified Autism Specialist.
She has been counselling for over 20 years and worked with individuals, couples and families. She uses a client-centered framework with a trauma-informed approach. Koreen specializes in the fundamentals of Family Systems Theory, utilizing various cognitive therapies with elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as Narrative and Experiential therapy modalities. She believes that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and everyone has special strengths they bring to the process.
Teri Boyce, our child counsellor, has a Bachelor of Social Work degree and is a certified mediator. She is a member of the Alberta College of Social Work and has been a member in good standing for ten years. She brings 20 years of counselling experience and over 100 hours of training in play therapy techniques, which she uses regularly in her work with children (aged 3-18). Teri is currently working on her animal-assisted counselling certificate through the Pro EFW (Equine Facilitated Wellness) and Child Centered Animal Assisted Therapy Association. She is also trained in trauma-informed practices. Teri believes children should enter into counselling as willing participants, and they are in charge of their wellness journey.
If you believe your family could benefit from family counselling, contact Ponoka FCSS. We can provide you with the setting and tools to create healthier relationships and improved wellness.
