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COUNSELLOR TALK
PD Sessions and Workshops for Educators and Counsellors
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Professional Development in Calgary for Educators and Counsellors
Join us for interactive professional development sessions designed specifically for educators, mental health practitioners, and school counsellors. Facilitated by Susan Spellman Cann and Helen MacKinnon, two highly experienced psychologists, authors and educators with over 30 years in Alberta's education system, these sessions offer a path towards creating deeper connections with youth.
Our sessions go beyond theory, diving into practical, ready-to-use strategies tailored for classrooms, counselling offices, and school communities.
You’ll learn how to foster deeper trust, inspire engagement, and make every interaction meaningful with youth. By the end of our sessions, you’ll feel equipped, motivated, and empowered to apply these tools and techniques immediately, creating a positive ripple effect across your school or work space.
Whether you're looking to revitalize your practice, enhance connections with students, or expand your toolkit with proven methods, our sessions provide opportunities to make a real difference.
Workshops
Counselling Tips Tools and Tech You Can Count On : From Ideas to Impact
Here is what a few counsellors had to say :
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I would like to say this is an excellent workshop to learn about methods of collaboration. Also the presenters shared excellent examples of resources available for many interactive activities. Passionate presenters make learning about new topics very enjoyable.
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This workshop is highly recommended because it is packed full of ideas. Great job.
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Great discussion on the challenges and responsibilities counsellors face every day. I liked listening to the experiences and words of wisdom from fellow counsellors.
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It is great to come away with useful stuff.
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This workshop offered another great resource and supports that help counsellors.
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Practical - there is something that anyone can use regardless of how long they have been in the field. Thanks for the interactive parts with the prompts and being able to learn from one another.
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Got counsellors thinking. Allows us to look outside the box. Liked the laughs.
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Your energy and enthusiasm was the boost I needed for today. The practical tips and tools are refreshing. Thank you so much!
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Lots of ideas, great tools to use.
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A booster shot of passion and purpose. Lots of great places to jump off from. Good tools and tips that feed the heart and soul.
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Through A Trauma Informed Lens: Helping Youth Reach Their Full Potential
Creating Safe and Supportive Learning Spaces
Creative Approaches For Counsellors
Beyond Words: Creative Approaches To Connect, Support and Inspire
Or a session tailored to meet your needs.
Book your session today.
Why Counsellors or Educators Should Attend
Revitalize Your Practice
Feel reinvigorated with fresh ideas and a renewed sense of purpose to apply in your classroom or counselling office.
Build Stronger Connections in Schools and Mental Health Settings
Master techniques that foster impactful, lasting relationships within diverse school communities.
Expand Your Toolkit
Leave with a wealth of practical tools, creative strategies, and tech resources designed to make a tangible difference in your work and enhance your daily practice.
Session Details
These professional development sessions are available to book at your convenience. Perfect for schools, educational organizations, or individual teams, sessions can be tailored to meet your unique needs.
Key Details:
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Duration: Flexible to your schedule (e.g., half-day or full-day sessions).
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Location: In-person especially in Calgary and area or virtual delivery available.
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Facilitators: Susan Spellman Cann & Helen MacKinnon.
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Audience: Educators, school counsellors, administrators, mental health workers and educational teams.
About Counsellor Talk
Counsellor Talk is a Calgary-based initiative empowering educators, counsellors, and mental health professionals with innovative tools and techniques to create meaningful change.
We believe in the power of relationships and creativity to unlock potential and foster growth. Our sessions, free resources, and practical tools are designed to help educators and counsellors thrive.