Being Human Club

09/30/2025

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to remember and mourn the life of every child lost, as well as the children and family members who survived and are still affected by, the atrocities of the residential school system.
Indigenous Peoples have been gravely harmed and continue to be harmed by the education, health, and social services systems, and we have a role as health professionals is decolonize mental health care. We are committed to unlearning colonial practices,
de-centering whiteness, supporting Indigenous movements, and pursuing continuous learning from Indigenous voices.
We encourage you to spend time in mourning and self-reflection today. Ask yourself how you contribute to the oppression of and racism against Indigenous people and how you benefit from living on Indigenous land. Ask yourself what role you can play in supporting Indigenous communities to dismantle systems that continue to harm and oppress Indigenous Peoples and how you can do better.
Follow, listen to, and believe Indigenous folks when they speak, and then do something meaningful to actively help create a different path forward.

09/22/2025

Fighting for Two-Spirit, Trans, and Non-Binary folks in Alberta has never been more urgent, especially in light of Premier Danielle Smith’s recent threat to invoke the notwithstanding clause to override court decisions protecting trans rights.

This move signals a troubling disregard for the hard-won protections that many in the two-spirit, trans, and non-binary communities rely on for dignity and safety.

The notwithstanding clause, which allows governments to bypass certain fundamental rights guaranteed by the Canadian Charter, presents a direct challenge to the safety and rights of oppressed groups, particularly two-spirit, non-binary, and trans folks, who already face disproportionate levels of discrimination and violence.

Standing up for two-spirit, trans, and non-binary humans in Alberta is crucial to ensuring they are able to live freely without fear of discrimination and erasure.

What can we do?

1. Contact your MLA and tell them you oppose use of the notwithstanding clause in this context. Write letters, emails, phone calls.

2. Support ongoing lawsuits (financially or by raising awareness) for the cases by Egale and Skipping Stone.

3. Monitor legal hearings; help publicize rulings and legal analyses so people understand implications.

4. Spread accurate information: what the notwithstanding clause is, what it means in terms of rights, what these laws do in practice for trans folks. Use social media, local media, community talks.

These laws affect real lives: trans youth’s access to health care, mental health, and their safety in schools.

The Charter and legal protections are foundational to rights for all—if they can be easily overridden, many protections are at risk.

09/22/2025

Fighting for Two-Spirit, Trans, and Non-Binary folks in Alberta has never been more urgent, especially in light of Premier Danielle Smith’s recent threat to invoke the notwithstanding clause to override court decisions protecting trans rights.

This move signals a troubling disregard for the hard-won protections that many in the two-spirit, trans, and non-binary communities rely on for dignity and safety.

The notwithstanding clause, which allows governments to bypass certain fundamental rights guaranteed by the Canadian Charter, presents a direct challenge to the safety and rights of oppressed groups, particularly two-spirit, non-binary, and trans folks, who already face disproportionate levels of discrimination and violence.

Standing up for two-spirit, trans, and non-binary humans in Alberta is crucial to ensuring they are able to live freely without fear of discrimination and erasure.

What can we do?

1. Contact your MLA and tell them you oppose use of the notwithstanding clause in this context. Write letters, emails, phone calls.

2. Support ongoing lawsuits (financially or by raising awareness) for the cases by Egale and Skipping Stone.

3. Monitor legal hearings; help publicize rulings and legal analyses so people understand implications.

4. Spread accurate information: what the notwithstanding clause is, what it means in terms of rights, what these laws do in practice for trans folks. Use social media, local media, community talks.

These laws affect real lives: trans youth’s access to health care, mental health, and their safety in schools.

The Charter and legal protections are foundational to rights for all—if they can be easily overridden, many protections are at risk.

09/19/2025

📣And the good news keeps on coming this week (re: the BHC team anyway 😅)🎉🎉🎉

Big shout out to BHC’s Registered Provisional Psychologist Elaine for passing the EPPP this week as well! 🎉🎉🎉

For those wondering, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) is a major licensing exam that all psychologists must pass to practice independently and complete their full registration. Passing the EPPP is a huge milestone in any psychologist’s career and is no small feat—and Elaine absolutely nailed it! 💥

Whether in the therapy room or working on her PsyD, Elaine’s perseverance and dedication is evident. We’re so proud to have her on our team and are grateful for the commitment and experience she brings!

Congrats Elaine, you worked EPPP-ecially hard for this moment!

09/18/2025

📣Big shoutout to our badass registered provisional psychologist .with.adrienne for absolutely crushing the EPPP this week! 🎉🎉🎉

For those wondering, the EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology) is a major licensing exam that all psychologists must pass to practice independently and complete their full registration. Passing the EPPP is a huge milestone in any psychologist’s career and is no small feat—and Adrienne absolutely knocked it out of the park!💥

Whether in the therapy room or the kickin it in her free time, Adrienne’s a total powerhouse! We’re so proud to have her on our team, bringing both strength and compassion to everything she does. 💛

Congrats Adrienne, we’re so psyched for you!

09/13/2025

We are so excited to welcome Anmol to the BHC Team! 🎉

Hi, I’m Anmol (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychologist.

I provide individual and couples counselling with a focus on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive, and affirming space. My goal is to support clients in understanding themselves more deeply, navigating life’s complexities, and reconnecting with their inner voice - especially when it’s been drowned out by expectations, emotional suppression, or the pressure to always appear “fine.”

I’m passionate about working with neurodivergent focus (with a particular focus on Autism & ADHD), deep feelers, and those navigating multiple cultural identities. I also offer couples and relationship counselling for those wanting to improve communication, strengthen emotional connection, or simply find their way back to each other during difficult times.

I offer therapy in both English and Punjabi. My approach is collaborative, relational, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether we’re working through unspoken resentments, high expectations, identity challenges, or emotional overwhelm - this is a space where you don’t have to do it alone.

If you’re looking for therapy that balances depth, insight, and a culturally informed perspective - I’d be honoured to support you.

09/11/2025

09/04/2025

She’s officially back! 🎉 After some time away on maternity leave, registered provisional psychologist and badass human Adrienne is excited to announce her return to Being Human Club!

Adrienne is currently accepting returning clients as she gets back into the swing of things, so if you’re one of Adrienne’s previous humans, you can reach out through Being Human Club or can contact her directly to book in.

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09/03/2025

Check out: Next Level Ally by Eli Sachse

If you've ever felt like you're not doing enough to support the q***r and trans communities, this zine is a great way to learn how to do more. Be a supportive advocate and speak up, even when it's hard, learn how not to overstep, and de-gender your day-to-day language.

06/09/2025

Congratulations Stephen, we’re so proud of you! 🎉

We’re so excited to announce that is officially at BHC on a full time basis!

Stephen (he/him) is one of BHc’s registered psychologists who has a special talent for helping other humans feel safe, comfortable, and understood.

His therapeutic approach carefully integrates motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and solution-focussed therapy. He is client-centered, meaning that he focuses on helping clients find their motivations, strengths, and resources for creating meaningful change in their own lives.

While he will guide you along the journey, his goal is to help you understand yourself, feel empowered, and have the self-efficacy to feel in control of your life.

If you are looking for someone genuine, kind, and compassionate, who is skilled at knowing when to dive deep into emotions or lighten the mood with some humour, you're in the right place with Stephen.

If you are interested in knowing more or meeting with Stephen, head to www.sillspsychology.com or www.beinghumanclub.com to connect with him now.

05/06/2025

Today, May 5th, is Red Dress Day, or National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girl, & Two-Spirit People, inspired by the work of Métis artist Jamie Black.
We encourage everyone to read the National Inquiry into Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls: Reclaiming Power & Place and contribute to mutual aid via to help support the families of those who have been stolen.

04/15/2025

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Mel Jonnson to the BHC Community! 🎉

Dr. Mel Jonnson (she/they) is thrilled to join the BHC community. Mel loves helping other humans better understand themselves and create a fulfilling life that is aligned with their values and goals.

Mel is a quirky, caring, knowledgeable, and curious human who believes therapy works best when safety and acceptance is balanced with insight and change. She will gently challenge you to disrupt unhelpful patterns and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others.

Mel is committed to providing the best therapy experience for you by matching the approach, intensity, and exercises to your unique needs. She provides evidence-based interventions for a range of mental health concerns. She also offers s*x therapy and trauma therapy.

Mel is accepting new clients! You can reach them through www.beinghumanclub.com or email them directly at mel@drjonnson.com.