Play therapy refers to a large number of treatment methods, all of which make use of one or more of the natural benefits of play. All Play therapy differs from regular play in that the therapist helps children systematically address and resolve their own problems.Learn more Circle of Security®The Circle of Security is a user-friendly, visually based (makes extensive use of both graphics and video clips) approach to helping parents better understand the needs of their children. It is based extensively on attachment theory and current affective neuroscience.Learn more Who We AreAlloway Therapy Services is a multi-disciplinary therapeutic team of certified child play and psychotherapist professionals drawn from the fields of social work and educational psychology.We offer services to individual children, to their caregivers and families, and to organizations working to promote children's wellbeing.We specialize in the assessment and treatment of developmental trauma and attachment difficulties.
Dr. Lisa Schwartzman is a registered clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. She practices primarily from a cognitive behavioural perspective and has been working in private practice for over a decade. She received her master's degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis and her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Manitoba. Her clinical experience includes assessment and treatment of adolescents and adults with the following conditions: anxiety disorders, depression, workplace issues, relationship issues and disability management. She has a special interest in working with individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder and social anxiety.
Bang A Beat Family-Centred Therapies provides individual and group based Speech-Language, Occupational, and Neurologic Music Therapy sessions, as well as drum circle facilitation and adaptive music lessons in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
The of Bang A Beat Family-Centred Therapies is Jaclyn D. Sorenson, MTA, MT-BC, NMT. She is both accredited through the Canadian Association for Music Therapy as well as Board Certified through the Americam Music Therapy Association. In 2009, she went on to earn her advanced credentials as a Neurologic Music Therapist from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO. She is currently a member of both the Canadian Association for Music Therapy and the American Music Therapy Association.
Dr. Syras DerksenHelping people reach their goals has always been a passion of mine. I enjoy creating a safe place to explore deep issues is key to making lasting changes. In this type of setting my clients often have insights into difficult issues. These experiences of new awareness regularly resolve issues that seemed hopeless or overwhelming.CJOB GuestI have really enjoyed being a regular guest on CJOB. Tune-in Friday afternoons to hear my discussions with Dahlia on relationships. Giving BackIn 2004, I developed a healing communication workshop. Community groups, church groups, and business groups have participated in these workshops in Canadian and international settings.The program is designed to train people to help others who are suffering and to become better at building and maintaining relationships. Contact my office if you are interested in learning more about healing communication.ExperienceDr. Derksen has provided mental health services in private practice, community centers, hospitals, universities, a rehabilitation center, and prisons.He has been providing psychological services since 2003.Education and Registration as a PsychologistDr.
Cornerstone Counselling Centre has been providing professional counselling services to children, families, and individuals in Edmonton and area for over 35 years. During this time, over 50,000 people have benefited from the help they have received at Cornerstone. Fundamental to our work are the principles of compassion and generosity, and a steadfast belief in people's ability to transform their lives. Founded in 1977, a small group of committed individuals named as the Cornerstone Counselling Society of Edmonton formed a faith based, not-for-profit agency. Their goals were to provide professional counselling services to anyone in need, regardless of their ability to pay. The fledgling agency was supported by donations from individuals, community businesses, and churches.