Strengthening People; Nurturing Relationships; Building Communities
We offer counselling and support to help you navigate the challenges life may throw your way.
We promote safe, healthy, and respectful relationships for everyone in our community. Most importantly, we offer hope.
We do this by supporting youth, couples, families, and individuals on their journey towards healthier relationships with themselves, with others, and with the community.
Counselling support and group programming for those:
- experiencing intimate partner violence
- wanting to solve problems without violence
- seeking to build healthy relationships
- experiencing separation and divorce
- wishing to enhance their parenting skills
- requiring support for their mental wellness
- needing to access anger management programming
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Rapid Access Counselling
We offer rapid access to mental health services for individuals, couples, children, youth, and families. We can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, addictions, stress, relationship conflict, separation and divorce, domestic violence, and parenting. We are here to listen.
- In-person
- Phone
- Virtual – secure video platform
There is no fee for this service.
Saskatoon
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- Sessions are available virtually (Zoom), by phone, and in-person at various locations with our community partners: Saskatoon Public Library, Evermore Centre, and OUTSaskatoon. All appointments can be booked through the Book Now button.
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- Mondays – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm - Evermore Centre, Family Service Saskatoon, Warman Primary Health Centre
- Tuesdays – 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Family Service Saskatoon
- Wednesdays – 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Family Service Saskatoon
- Thursdays – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – Family Service Saskatoon
- Fridays – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm – Saskatoon Public Library (Frances Morrison and Alice Turner locations), Warman Primary Health Centre
Program Directory
Individuals
We provide you with the hope, support, and tools you need to process, cope, and thrive when life throws challenges your way. We offer counselling and group programming for grief, trauma, loss, change, and more. It can feel isolating to cope with life, but you don’t need to do it alone. We are here for you.
These programs are offered through a sliding-fee scale based on family income. Some insurance providers may cover the cost of these services.
Individual Counselling
The reasons to reach out for support are as unique as you. At Family Service Saskatoon, we provide services that help you find solutions to handle your life challenges, things like relationship issues, coping, trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. Your needs are important to us and we offer a space for you that is safe and welcoming
Our counselling services are for individuals, couples, children, youth, and families. Our team of highly trained counsellors hold education in the counselling and social work field, are licensed with a professional regulatory body, have extensive experience, and use a wide range of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches. Our counsellors are diverse, so you can trust that you’ll find someone who works well with you. We are committed to helping you work towards enhanced wellbeing.
The fee for this service is a sliding scale based on income. Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
If your situation is urgent, or you feel at risk, please contact Saskatoon Mobile Crisis Service 306.933.6200. or 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Depression & Anxiety Group
A six-week group for those experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression.
You will learn about the effects of anxiety and depression and how to build positive coping strategies through facilitator-led discussions, knowledge building, and self-directed activities.
Continuous intake.
Pre-registration required.
Fee: $240.00.
Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Outreach
Violence can affect anyone and shows itself in many different forms. If you are experiencing violence in your intimate partner relationship with your spouse or partner, we can offer you support through short-term crisis intervention, including safety planning and confidential counselling.
If you think you may be affected by intimate partner violence, we provide a safe and secure place for you to come for confidential services. Our caring and experienced outreach team provides individualized support.
There is no fee for this service.
Abuse and Beyond
This group gives you the opportunity to consider the impact of abuse on your life and move toward healthy and positive relationships. Weekly sessions include sharing, self-exploration, access to resources and facilitator-led discussions.
Eight-week group.
Pre-registration required.
No fee.
Invisible Scars: Exploring Emotional, Verbal & Psychological Abuse
This group explores the impact of emotional, psychological, and verbal abuse on your life, and provides you with support and resources to heal from your “invisible scars.” Weekly sessions include sharing, self-exploration, access to resources, and facilitator-led discussions.
Eight-week group.
Pre-registration required.
No fee.
Domestic Violence Court Caseworkers
Each year, hundreds of people who are survivors of intimate partner violence access our Domestic Violence Court Caseworker program. Do you require assistance to navigate through the court system as a victim of domestic violence? Our experienced team helps guide you through the Saskatoon Domestic Violence Court. Caseworkers are available to provide you with information and support from the point of first contact and throughout the court process, including accompaniment to court.
Read more in this brochure: Saskatoon-Domestic-Violence-Court
Men’s Working Group for Respectful Relationships – A Narrative Group
The Men’s Working Group for Respectful Relationships is a sanctioned program under the program option of the Saskatoon Domestic Violence Court. The program involves 33 hours of therapeutic group work and meets every other Saturday over a nine-week period. Two individual pre-group interviews are required in advance to help establish your values in your stance against violence.
Continuous intake.
Pre-registration required.
Call for more information.
Fee includes group registration and two pre-group interviews.
Professional Development
We offer various opportunities for community awareness, such as webinars, seminars, and professional development. These are offered as lunch-hour presentations at workplaces, presentations in schools, workshops, and more.
These workshops teach participants the skills and tools they need to identify mental health issues, effective communication skills, healthy relationships, and more, and point them towards resources they can use to build their skills.
FSEAP – Family Service Employee Assistance Program
We are a trusted provider of counselling services on behalf of employee assistance plans. Employees who have access to the program are eligible to attend individual and family counselling, as well as a variety of group programs, wellness workshops, and presentations with the cost of the services covered by their employer.
Presentations
We offer presentations on work-life balance, dealing with conflict, effective communication, coping strategies, building resilience, and many more. Contact us if you or your workplace are interested in customizing a presentation specific to your workplace.
Youth
We support you to develop independence and build your skills. Being a teenager can be tough, and it’s important to know you’re not alone. We are here if you’re feeling lost, isolated, or hopeless, and want someone to hold hope and space when you need it. We will work with you through individual counselling and group sessions focusing on identifying triggers, managing emotions, and strengthening communication skills, so you can feel more confident moving through day-to-day life. Our youth groups are offered at no cost or on a sliding scale fee based on family income. Some insurance providers may cover the cost of these services.
Calming the Volcano Within (Anger Management Program)
Do you feel like anger is taking over your life? Have you heard that you need to control your anger or you’re too aggressive? In this group you will learn to identify the signs of anger and your triggers, examine consequences to anger, learn behavioral strategies to “let off steam,” and effective communication.
Offered at various times throughout the year.
Eight-week group.
Pre-registration required.
No Fee.
Teen Anxiety and Depression
A six-week group for those experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression.
You will learn about the effects of anxiety and depression and how to build positive coping strategies through facilitator-led discussions, knowledge building, and self-directed activities.
Continuous intake.
Pre-registration required.
No Fee.
52 ͦ North
ARE YOU:
– Involved in or experiencing bullying or cyber-bullying?
– Feeling like your social media is now anti-social?
– Feeling like no one understands you?
– Wondering about gender and sexuality and what it all means to you?
– Finding relationships confusing or hurtful?
There is no fee for 52° North programs or services.
Gympowerment
Join us in the gym to strengthen your body, mind, and overall wellbeing. Meet others and make new connections. Gym time is followed by group sessions that include snacks and learning about how to empower yourself.
Eight-week group.
Pre-registration required.
No Fee.
DIY – Do it for Yourself
Join us for this six-week group to share your voice, have safe discussions, and participate in a DIY activity focused on creativity.
You will learn about healthy relationships, boundary setting, dating violence, gender and sexuality, informed consent, communication skills, and more.
Six-week group.
Pre-registration required.
No Fee.
Youth Exposed to Violence
Individual Counselling
Being a teenager can be tough, and it’s important to know you’re not alone. We’re here to listen to your concerns – anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and other life challenges. Come talk to us! We provide a safe space so you can feel heard. We offer support to help you deal with things like the impact of violence, conflict in relationships, and many other life challenges.
See our brochure: Youth-Exposed–Violence
There is no fee for this program.
On-Site School Programming:
Classroom-based programs can be adapted and offered at schools in Saskatoon, Martensville, or Warman, focused on teaching youth about the impact of violence on their lives including dating violence, mental wellness (anxiety, depression), conflict resolution, healthy communications, and addictions.
Contact us for information on how we could support your school.
Child and Youth Support Program
This program provides positive and stable relationships for children and youth as directed by the Ministry of Social Services (direct referrals).
Our staff members work with children and youth to build their social skills, give them access to recreational activities, and improve the quality of their peer interactions.
Registration required with direct referrals from Child and Family Services, Ministry of Social Services.
No Fee.
Teen and Young Parent Program
This program helps you develop confidence in your parenting skills by providing you with the tools you need to foster a strong, trusting, and lasting relationship with your child and to make positive parenting decisions.
Counselling services are offered to help you as a young parent deal with parenting concerns, anxiety, relationships, coping, and other life challenges.
Available to parents up to 30 years of age.
Pre-registration required.
Sliding scale fee based on income.
Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
Presentations
We offer various presentations on topics such as dating violence, bullying/cyber-bullying, parenting skills, conflict resolution, coping strategies for anxiety and depression, and more. Contact us for more information.
Families
Our programs are intended to give families the skills to be stronger and more supportive of one another. Parenting can be challenging; we offer support so you can thrive and tools to make parenting easier. We are here if you are a parent or caregiver who wants to grow in your role and may need some support in getting there. You’ll learn how to notice signs if your child is struggling, and how to build conflict resolution and effective communication skills between you and your children. We can also support you as you navigate the challenges going through a divorce or separation may bring. These programs operate through a sliding-fee scale based on family income. Some insurance providers may cover the cost of these services.
Individual Counselling
Our counselling services are for individuals, couples, children, youth, and families. Our team of highly trained counsellors hold education in the counselling and social work field, are licensed with a professional regulatory body, have extensive experience, and use a wide range of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches. Our counsellors are diverse, so you can trust that you’ll find someone who works well with you. We are committed to helping you work towards enhanced wellbeing.
The fee for this service is a sliding scale based on income. Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
If your situation is urgent, or you feel at risk, please contact Saskatoon Mobile Crisis Service 306.933.6200 or 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Teen and Young Parent Program
This program helps you develop confidence in your parenting skills by providing you with the tools you need to foster a strong, trusting, and lasting relationship with your child and to make positive parenting decisions.
Counselling services are offered to help you as a young parent deal with parenting concerns, anxiety, relationships, coping, and other life challenges.
Available to parents up to 30 years of age.
Pre-registration required.
Sliding scale fee based on income. Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
Parenting Groups
We provide various parenting groups throughout the year. These groups help parents and those in parenting roles to develop and enhance their skills. We are here to help you manage the challenges of parenting. Join us to meet other parents, share your stories, and learn new ideas together. Check out our parenting programs below.
Nobody’s Perfect – Positive Parenting Program
This is a space for parents to come together to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and self-confidence, all of which are vital elements to healthy and effective parenting. The facilitator-led group encourages a strong and supportive social network among participants.
Six-week program.
Pre-registration required.
When Anger Gets in the Way of Parenting
Everyone gets angry sometimes. This group offers guidance to you as a parent or caregiver wishing to examine the impact anger may have on your children. You will learn how to manage your emotions in a safe and respectful manner and find new ways to interact with your children.
Six-week group.
Pre-registration required.
Fee: $240.00.
Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
ATTACH™
We are working with researchers at the University of Calgary to deliver the ATTACH™ Program. This successful parenting program promotes secure attachment between parents and children. Secure attachment is important for children’s lifelong healthy development. ATTACH™ helps parents better understand their own and their child’s feelings and behavior.
Effective Co-Parenting
This group provides information about the needs of parents, children, and families coping with separation and divorce.
You will learn skills for improving communication, resolving conflict, and managing the day-to-day realities of being parents who are no longer in a relationship, all focused on putting the needs of your children first.
Six-week virtual group.
Pre-registration required.
Fee: $240.00.
Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
Parenting Education Saskatchewan
Resources focus on positive parenting, supporting parent education, and increasing public awareness on the importance of positive parenting and valuing children.
Click here for more resources.
FSEAP – Family Service Employee Assistance Program
We are a trusted provider of counselling services on behalf of employee assistance plans. Employees who have access to the program are eligible to attend individual and family counselling, as well as a variety of group programs, wellness workshops, and presentations with the cost of the services covered by their employer.
Click here for more information.
Presentations
We offer various presentations on topics such as parenting skills, conflict resolution, coping strategies for anxiety and depression, family well-being and support, and more. These presentations can be tailored to your specific needs.
Couples
Relationships are an ongoing commitment, and require constant learning, compromise, and communication. This is true in all stages of a relationship, even following a separation or divorce. Our programs will strengthen your communication and conflict resolution skills, helping you reinforce a more caring and respectful relationship. These programs are offered through a sliding-fee scale based on family income. Some insurance providers may cover the cost of these services.
Couples Counselling
The reasons to reach out for support are as unique as you. At Family Service Saskatoon, we provide services that help you find solutions to handle your life challenges, things like relationship issues, coping, trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. Your needs are important to us and we offer a space for you that is safe and welcoming.
Our counselling services are for individuals, couples, children, youth, and families. Our team of highly trained counsellors hold education in the counselling and social work field, are licensed with a professional regulatory body, have extensive experience, and use a wide range of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches. Our counsellors are diverse, so you can trust that you’ll find someone who works well with you. We are committed to helping you work towards enhanced wellbeing.
The fee for this service is a sliding scale based on income. Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
If your situation is urgent, or you feel at risk, please contact Saskatoon Mobile Crisis Service 306.933.6200 or 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Effective Co-Parenting
This group provides information about the needs of parents, children, and families coping with separation and divorce.
You will learn skills for improving communication, resolving conflict, and managing the day-to-day realities of being parents who are no longer in a relationship, all focused on putting the needs of your children first.
Six-week virtual group.
Pre-registration required.
Fee: $240.00.
Some insurance providers or Employee Assistance Programs may cover the cost of these services.
Parenting After Separation and Divorce
This one-day informational workshop provides parents going through a separation or divorce with the information they need to understand what they and their children may be experiencing.
You will learn more about how your divorce may affect your children and how to make decisions that support you and your family.
To register, contact the Government of Saskatchewan Parent Education Unit.