Clinical Services

Creating a Safe Space for Emotional
and Mental Health

At WJS Canada, we understand the importance of a non-judgmental and supportive environment for individuals and families. Our experienced counsellors specialize in helping with various complex issues, including trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, grief, attachment, and family relationships.

Our clinical team supports our staff working with children, youth, families, and individuals by offering mentorship through partnered support work, psychoeducation, and clinical consultation services tailored to individual needs and goals. Our approach is client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed, and grounded in bio-psycho-social-cultural and evidence-based practices.

Pamela Thompson

Tel: 780-439-5088
Email: thompson.p@shaw.ca

Pamela has over 18 years experience working as a registered psychologist. She is also a certified Hakomi therapist and teacher. She specializes in trauma, relationship challenges and personal development.

Pamela has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and extensive training in the area of somatic therapy through the Hakomi Institute, Somatic Experiencing (SE) and EMDR. Pamela also provides professional supervision and teaching for those entering the field of psychology.

How We Can Help

Our dedicated team of registered clinicians offers a diverse expertise in:

Trauma-informed assessments, parenting practices, and interventions
Clinician-supported and mentored direct service
Clinical consultation
Trauma-informed child behavioural consultation
Critical stress debriefing for direct service staff
Early Intervention or Diversion Programs
Driver escorts for families
Foster and Kinship Care and Support
Training and workshops

Integrative Behaviour Support

WJS Canada’s Integrative Behaviour Support Services assist adults and children develop socially acceptable behaviours and forge community connections. These services enhance the skills of parents, caregivers, and support workers, offering workshops, consultations, and training in proactive strategizing, crisis assessment, and understanding restrictive procedures.

These services are offered internally to our existing clients and are accessed through internal referrals, ensuring comprehensive and continuous support.

We pride ourselves on inclusivity, cultural respect, personalized service, and trauma-informed care in all our services.

"The individuals I work with make me happy and motivated to come to work every day – I do this for them! I enjoy seeing them gain independence and happiness."

"A lot of the time people tend to pity someone with disabilities but it’s not pity that they need. They need to be treated for who they are, with respect."

"I think it’s so important we create a place where kids feel safe to grow, to find out who they are, and be able to take that into the world as adults."

"Thank you for all your help, I would not have gotten to where I am today without staff’s help."

"I feel there is so much opportunity moving forward with WJS. We have the chance to really make a difference..."

I love my position at WJS. The flexibility, the environment, and the vision of the organization works well with the balance and beliefs in my personal life."

"WJS is such a kind environment, they care very much about meeting the needs of both clientele and staff. I'm glad to be part of an organization that does such meaningful work for the well-being of others."

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To Learn More

Contact WJS Canada at 1.800.867.1987 for more information.

We Want to Hear From You

If you are interested in a WJS Canada service not currently offered in your community, please get in touch. We may be able to provide you with alternatives or possibly even expand our services to meet your needs.

WJS Canada wishes to respectfully acknowledge that we operate on the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples across Canada.

Clinical Services