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Counselling

Member Assistance Program

Toll Free: 1-800-268-7708
Web: http://www.forces.gc.ca/health-sante/ps/map-pam/default-eng.asp

The Member Assistance Program (MAP) is a voluntary and confidential service for Canadian Forces (CF) to help members (Regular Force, all Reserve Class Members, Cadets) and family members. MAP provides a short-term problem solving service for persons who have parenting or family concerns, interpersonal relations, personal and emotional, stress, anxiety, sexual assault and addiction concerns.

Based on the Description on the M.A.P. website.
 

Winnipeg MFRC

Phone:  (204) 833-2500 ext. 4500 
 
       The Winnipeg Military Family Resource Centre has a full time social worker who offers a variety of services that include:

Short Term Counselling

We offer free short term confidential counselling to military members and their families. This service is intended to enhance the emotional well-being and social functioning of the family. Issues addressed vary but have included: military lifestyle, divorce and separation, parenting issues, grief and loss, trauma and mental health.
 

Workshops and Support Groups

Throughout the year we offer various workshops related to emotional health and social well being. Depending on the need, we also run structured support groups where military family members can come together to talk in a safe environment about similar issues. Please check the Winnipeg MFRC Community Connections for upcoming workshops and groups or contact the MFRC directly for information.
 

Resource Materials

Resource materials, including fact sheets, government publications, handouts and books, are available on a variety of topics. We would be happy to put together a package of relevant materials to assist you and your family.
 
The Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba (ADAM)

Phone: (204) 925-0600
Toll free 1 (800) 805-8885
Web: www.adam.mb.ca
 
ADAM is a non-profit charitable organization that supports people who are living with anxiety disorders and their families throughout the province through a variety of support programs and services. The program provides a toolkit of supportive resources and assistance in managing and reducing anxiety and coping with stressors through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Their website also provides a variety of information on anxiety disorders.
 

Manitoba Psychological Society

 
The Manitoba Psychological Society website has a comprehensive listing of psychologists by city and region, among other criteria. A Psychologist can assess and find solutions to problems and challenges that people face in their life. Are you dealing with parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, phobia, grief or loss, abuse or violence, a traumatic event or incident, an addiction or compulsive behaviour? A psychologist can help with these issues and many more. Go to the website above to find a psychologist in your area.
 
To access this list go to their website home page and click on the Referral Directory at the bottom of the list to launch a search. Type your area code or location you are seeking a psychologist for in the search box to ensure the best possible results. Please note: check with your extended health care plan or family doctor for what financial coverage will be provided.
 

Mental Health

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority - Mental Health

Phone: (204) 940-2655
Web: www.wrha.mb.ca/community/mentalhealth/index.php

Our community mental health program includes a range of community-based programs designed to help adults experiencing mental health problems. We provide assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, consultation, referral, case management, rehabilitation and education services in a variety of settings.

Government of Manitoba - Family Services and Housing

Web: www.gov.mb.ca/fs/index.html

As a Department of the government of Manitoba, we are committed to social, economic and labour market inclusion for all citizens. We strive to ensure that people feel accepted, valued and safe. We work with the community to support Manitoba’s children, families and individuals to achieve their fullest potential.

Government of Manitoba - Children's Special Services

Web: www.gov.mb.ca/fs/pwd/css.html

Children’s Special Services provides support to families to care for children who have physical and/or mental disabilities. This family support reduces stress encountered by families and helps them maintain their children with disabilities in their own homes to the greatest extent possible.

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