Food 4 Thought Thursdays Counselling Program

Food 4 Thought Thursdays Counselling Program Finding Solutions Together is the new brand for Jeff Packer MSW & Associates Inc. We continue our free* therapy Thursdays. Thanks to our community!

This service is for those who otherwise could not afford psychotherapy or counselling. *Donations to the food bank are encouraged. Celebrating over 30 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 Thursday’s (F4TT) Program! We ask participants, if they can, to *donate food items in return for attending one of our *free psychoeducational workshops and/or up to 4 *free counselling sessions. People can drop off food donated to a local food bank to help those less fortunate. During your counselling sessions (90 minute intake and three 60 minute sessions) we will work with you to develop a plan to support your efforts to overcome the challenges you face and guidance and direction for your next steps ahead. All counselling is provided by Masters level therapists and is available to individuals, couples and families. Our groups are on the following topics: Parenting Teens Effectively, Parenting Children Ten and Younger, Couples Workshop, CBT Workshop on Overcoming Anxiety and Depression and Conflict in Relationships. Take a look below for more information on each of these groups or visit our webstie at:
http://jeffpacker.com/services/food-4-thought
to find the dates and times of the workshop(s) you want to attend. 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. Couples Workshop

Join this FREE* 2hour 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. Anxiety & Depression: Increasing Inner Peace and Happiness

Drawing from research-based approaches (family systems, CBT, DBT, Jungian, narrative, solutions focused, psychoanalytic and developmental science) we bring strategies and tools to help people better understand, cope with and reduce excessive anxiety and depression. This FREE* 2 hour workshop provides adults with an understanding of the biopsychosocial and spiritual knowledge bases behind our approach to improving mental fitness. Building an in-depth awareness about the interconnection of our thoughts, feelings and behaviours, experiences and interpretations is essential to help us improve our physical, spiritual and mental fitness. Letting out our best version of ourselves requires diving deeper into our inner world - scary and exciting -

Let's find solutions together!

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If you would like more information about the services that we offer or would like a FREE 15-minute consultation with one of our counsellors, please reach out to us.

📞 (905) 571-7441
📧 admin@findingsolutionstogether.ca

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She’s also led workshops for women, parents, and couples, and co-created a couples’ retreat with her husband Jeff exploring the many dimensions of intimacy.

Beyond her work, Susan treasures her 30+ year marriage, raising three children, and being an active part of her church and community. 🌿✨

Want to meet with Susan? Give us a call today to schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation call.

(905) 571-7441

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Food 4 Thought Thursdays provides mental health support for those who may not have the financial means to otherwise acce...
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Food 4 Thought Thursdays provides mental health support for those who may not have the financial means to otherwise access this vital service. Spearheaded by Susan, one of our dedicated counsellors, it is our way of giving back to the community we have served for over 25 years.

Contact us today for more information!
📞 (905) 571-7441
📧 admin@findingsolutionstogether.ca



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