Food 4 Thought Counselling Program

Celebrating 25 years of service to the people of Durham Region Jeff Packer MSW & Associates Inc. is pleased to be offering free* counselling and support services through our new Food 4 Thought Program! Simply donate 4 food items and gain access to one of our groups or two counselling sessions. All food donated will be distributed by a local food bank to those in need. During your 2 counselling sessions (90 minute intake and 60 minute second session) we will work with you to develop a plan to support you through your next steps. All counselling is provided by Masters level therapists and is available to individuals, couples and families. Our four groups each have their own topics: Parenting Teens Effectively, Couples Workshop, Co-operative and Positive Parenting and CBT Workshop on Anxiety and Depression. Take a look below for more information on each of these groups. Parenting Teens Effectively This FREE* 2 and half hour workshop equips parents with strategies and tools to effectively coach, equip and train their pre-teens and teens. Practical materials will be provided to help you assist your children with healthy development as they transition to adulthood. Dates: October 13, 2016, November 3, 2016, January 19, 2017 & February 23, 2017. Couples Workshop Join this FREE* 2 and half hour workshop to learn strategies for improving romantic relationships by enhancing communication, conflict resolution and problem solving to foster closeness, satisfaction, love and happiness with your partner. Dates: October 20, 2016 & February 9, 2017. Co-operative and Positive Parenting This two-part FREE* workshop offers proactive strategies and skills to improve family adjustment after separation and for effective co-parenting through this difficult time. Program offered to parents before, during and after separation. Dates: October 25, 2016 & November 10, 2016 and January 26, 2017 & March 2, 2017. CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) Workshop on Anxiety & Depression This FREE* 2 hour workshop provides adults with a basic understanding of CBT, the rationale and underlying theory of this approach toward improving mental fitness. Understanding the interconnection of thoughts, feelings and behaviours to help you feel well. Dates: November 17, 2016 and March 16, 2017. Let's find solutions together!