Brené Brown
Chy is the Executive Director of the BriarPatch Family Centre, and is our most experienced counsellor and educator.. With a natural focus on gentle guidance and theory, Chy provides a compassionate and proven method for support. She loves working with all ages, and has a gifted interest in children's grief and baby loss/child loss. Her ow
Chy is the Executive Director of the BriarPatch Family Centre, and is our most experienced counsellor and educator.. With a natural focus on gentle guidance and theory, Chy provides a compassionate and proven method for support. She loves working with all ages, and has a gifted interest in children's grief and baby loss/child loss. Her own experiences with grief have created an understanding of the process that is most effective for her clients.
With the current growth of our programs, Chy has limited times available for counselling. Once our new programs are in place, her active times will increase.
Brenna primarily works alongside children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Her skills are particularly honed in handling anxiety, depression, and grief. Additionally, Brenna is well-versed in addressing school-related challenges, navigating relationship and peer issues, assisting with adjustment during significant life transition
Brenna primarily works alongside children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Her skills are particularly honed in handling anxiety, depression, and grief. Additionally, Brenna is well-versed in addressing school-related challenges, navigating relationship and peer issues, assisting with adjustment during significant life transitions, and providing support around gender identity concerns.
Brenna has training specific to Child Development, Behavioural Management, Grief Processes, Crisis and Intervention, Trauma-Informed Practice, and LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Diversity training. This training has assisted her in recognizing the unique needs and circumstances that arise within our diverse communities. Her practice is rooted in a Person-Centred Therapeutic Approach (PCT), integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MCBT), and Art and Play Therapy principles to cultivate personalized treatment to support the therapeutic journey.
Brenna is nearing completion of her Masters in Counselling Psychology (MACP), complementing her Bachelor of Education Degree (BEd) and Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA). With an extensive background in both education and professional work with youth, adolescents, and families, she's uniquely positioned to offer assistance in various areas.
Your well-being is at the heart of what we do. If concerns about affordability have held you back, we want you to know that we're here to help you find a path forward. Our current counselling rates are $100 for adult sessions, and $50 for child and teen sessions. Some of our counselling is covered by sponsors, donors, and grants. Please contact us to find out more information on how we can accommodate you.
Yes, depending on your counsellor and your benefits, you may be able to claim your counselling sessions.
We offer counselling Monday-Saturday, with daytime and evening availability.
BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre
Family and Individual Counselling: #207 48 Brentwood Boulevard, Sherwood Park, Alberta T8A 2H5
Office Phone: 587.269.3217
The BriarPatch Family Centre recognizes that our practice is situated on Treaty 6 territory, which has long served as a traditional meeting ground, sanctuary, and corridor for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux communities. As a center focused on mental well-being, healing, and family support, we pay our respects to the countless First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals whose enduring presence and spiritual connection to this land have left an indelible imprint over centuries. We make this acknowledgment not only as a statement of respect, but also as a reaffirmation of our commitment to fostering a sense of community, inclusivity, and reconciliation within the framework of our services
The BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre is funded by Community, Individual and Family Donations, grants from Strathcona County Family and Community Services, the County Clothes~Line Foundation and Alberta Children's Service (Government of Alberta). As a Registered Canadian Charity, the BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre welcomes both monetary and in~kind donations, and provides an Official Tax Receipt and Gratitude Letter for each and every donation. Every amount is precious to us and helps our Centre provide support to those who seek growth in their journey.
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