Stable Solutions

Stable Solutions is located on a working farm/ranch about 75 km north of Regina - between Southey and Raymore. Detailed directions will be sent once you are booked in.

At Stable Solutions, I look at each child's likes, and the personality and abilities of my animals. The child can say what they prefer, but each animal has its own personality, skills, likes, and dislikes. Some animals may fit better than others.

Plans can change. To serve all clients well and keep high standards, Stable Solutions has a clear policy. You must give notification at least 24 hours before if you need to cancel or reschedule. If you do, there’s no penalty, but if you cancel or reschedule less than 24 hours before, you will have to pay a fee of 50% of the service cost. Thank you for understanding and respecting the policy. Exceptions may be made for illness, poor weather, and road conditions.

A: I recognize that each client has unique needs and preferences, which is why I offer a variety of therapeutic approaches to ensure the most effective treatment. My primary therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, and Play Therapy (including Animal Assisted Play Therapy®, Child Centered Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Autplay®, and Cognitive Behaviour Play Therapy). Each of these approaches has distinct benefits and can be used individually or in combination depending on the specific requirements of the client. By integrating these diverse therapeutic techniques, I strive to provide personalized care that fosters healing and growth in a supportive and nurturing environment.

A: I often incorporate animals and/or play to help with concerns like: anxiety depression attention/focusing self-regulation challenging behaviour loss/grief, social skills stress trauma In addition, I also offer parenting support, learning assessments, ADHD assessments and Autism screens.

I provide therapeutic services for children and youth aged 7 to 15, with programs tailored to their developmental needs, often blending play, animals, and therapy.

I primarily employ the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) model to help solve problems in the home. This model focuses on addressing the unique challenges of each child through a structured yet flexible approach that encourages problem-solving and communication. I guide parents through each type of session, ensuring they are actively involved and well-informed about the model so they can continue independently. I also offer SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) Treatment. It is a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety and/or obsessive tendencies. In most cases, the child or adolescent does not need to attend the treatment session since the treatment focuses on changes that parents can make to their own behaviour. Both CPS and SPACE sessions can be done virtually.

A: Yes, I offer virtual sessions for several services. Specifically, you can have a virtual initial intake session where we go over the therapy process and gather info about your child. I also offer virtual Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) sessions and virtual SPACE treatment sessions. If bad weather or hazardous road conditions prevent in-person meetings, we can try to arrange virtual therapy sessions for that day.

As a psychologist, I take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Knowing that kids need safe places to grow, I protect all personal information with strict privacy rules. Parents are kept informed with regular updates while maintaining the confidentiality of session details. This approach allows me to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. Also, I give parents tips they can use at home to help support the work the kids do during sessions. This well-rounded approach makes sure families can support their children's emotional and psychological growth, both at Stable Solutions and at home.

The intake meeting is actually the second step. First, parents should arrange a 15 minute phone or virtual consultation to see if Stable Solutions is able to offer the support that the child needs and if there will be a good match for the child. The intake meeting is a crucial second step. During this meeting, parents will meet with me without their child present. This allows for a candid conversation about the therapy process, and it also gives me the opportunity to fully explain my services. The intake meeting is designed to explain the therapy process, gather essential background information and discuss your child's needs, goals, and any concerns you might have. This discussion helps us tailor a personalized therapy plan that best supports your child's development and well-being, aiming for a successful and impactful therapeutic journey. If parents are separated or divorced and custody is joint, both parents will need to sign the consent form. If one parent has sole custody, they are required to share the legal documents indicating sole custody and then only the custodial parent is required to sign the consent form.

Yes. I am currently taking new clients. Weekend sessions are limited but available.

Many insurance companies provide some coverage for counseling sessions, but it varies. Please contact your provider to confirm your plan's benefits. I cannot direct bill insurance; you'll need to cover session costs upfront. I offer various payment options to ensure you receive quality care and support. See below if you or your child are an eligible NIHB client.

Yes, I am a registered provider with NIHB for eligible clients and claims are sent directly. Eligible clients do not need to pay out of pocket as long as they have been approved by NIHB. Check out Who is eligible for the Non-Insured Health Benefits program to see if your child is eligible.

I need more information... Just like the neurotypical community, not all children with autism have mental health needs, but when I am working with an autistic child, I generally follow the AutPlay framework when implementing play therapy, however, other modalities may be utilized during sessions. Clinical judgement comes into play here. If parents are looking for parenting supports because traditional reward and consequences are not working, the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions model, may be very helpful. I am on the registry list of service providers to work with children under the ASD Individualized Funding Program in Saskatchewan, but I do not test for autism. I test for cognitive abilities, learning assessments, ADHD and do ASD screens, but I do not diagnose ASD.

Households who have an annual gross income of $80 000 or above, or insurance coverage, or coverage through another program do not qualify for reduced rates. Please ask for details during the 15 minute free consultation call.