Fercho Psychological Services

01/09/2022

We've noticed this amongst ourselves, our colleagues and our clients... burnout, especially for front line health care providers seems more prevalent than ever. Please reach out, start with the link... we are on the list for giving pro bono sessions 403 245-3211

cpa.ca/corona-virus/psychservices/

06/02/2021

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of 215 Indigenous children. The genocidal legacy of Indian Residential Schools (and Indian Day Schools) is an ongoing Canadian responsibility. Consistent with the national report on Psychology’s Response to the TRC, we challenge and support our members to increase our honour for, and respect of, Indigenous knowledge and Indigenous approaches to wellness and healing in psychology. https://buff.ly/3c4G2js

02/24/2021

Today is Pink Shirt Day. The focus this year is working together to support each other's well-being and self-esteem.

02/13/2021

A group of Alberta psychologists is teaming up with the NDP to advocate for provincially-funded mental health visits for all Albertans.

12/29/2020

We've known all along that we are lucky to have her and she is amazing! Check out Jackie's recent accomplishment:

Jackie Cheng helped develop and implement Alberta Health Services STAT program, which streamlines access to mental health services for seniors.

07/07/2020

Registered psychologist Janine Hubbard celebrates a return to “normalcy” in her practice, although she’s missing what is not yet back.

06/15/2020

Welcome back! We are phasing into face to face sessions in our new space, and still offering Telehealth to those who prefer. See our safety precautions listed below

05/22/2020

We're all in this public health crisis together. A PAA Position Statement: discrimination harms, diversity strengthens; diversity increases tolerance and psychological health and is the model for a caring society.

04/22/2020

Mental and behavioral health publicly funded services must reach parity with funding for physical health publicly funded services based on the burden of disease. A PAA Position Statement.

04/19/2020

This is an unsettling time as the world grapples with the health and mental health impacts of Covid-19. More so now than ever it is important to reach out for support if you are struggling and we believe that support should be readily and easily accessible. We offer secure telehealth options for sessions, and significantly discounted fees for those whose income has been impacted by Covid-19. Please get in touch.

04/02/2020

PAA has activated their Disaster Response Network which is to support the psychological well-being/mental health needs of disaster victims and responders. It is pro-bono or free support by volunteer psychologists for 1-3 sessions for anyone in need. To access this service, contact us at the PAA Office at paa@paa-ab.ca (780) 424-0294 or Toll Free 1-888-424-0297

03/27/2020

Uncertainty is one of the main reasons we stress, along with a lack of control, and right now we’ve got it in truckloads. This guide can help.