SAIF's Group Programs
Our group programs include 1 day workshops to multiple week sessions. When possible, we do offer women identifying only groups as well as all gender groups. Most group programs are offered to adults (18+) unless otherwise indicated.
Our programs are open to residents of St Albert, Sturgeon County & the surrounding areas. If you've experienced and/or witnessed family abuse, we're happy to talk with you about programming options. Please note: all group counselling programs are subject to an intake and informed consent process.
Please note: not everyone is ready for group programs. When you call or email us, we schedule an in person or phone intake, depending on the group topic and type. Group programs are FREE unless otherwise indicated.
If you are looking for immediate resources, please check out the Info & Resources tab.
We accept referrals from other organizations, medical professionals as well as individuals calling on behalf of themselves or a loved one.
"When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary." - Mr. Rogers
5 Week Support Groups
This is a safe space to learn about the many forms abuse can take, to ask questions, & receive support from others who may have similar experiences.
May be offered as women only or all gender groups depending on need. (Note: open to Edmonton clients depending on availability).
Nothing scheduled at this time.
Put your name on our waitlist & we can contact you when we book our next session.
4 Week Group Programs
We offer many psycho-educational groups themed on a topics so that participants are empowered to develop healthy relationship skills & behaviours. See topics & sessions by scrolling down.
May be offered as women only or all gender groups depending on need. (Note: may be open to Edmonton clients depending on availability).
Put your name on our waitlist & we can contact you when we book our next session.
1 Day Workshops
We offer single session workshops that run from 3-4 hours on specific topics that address issues people impacted by abuse may be dealing with. We offer support & strategies to deal with things like forgiveness, emotional regulation & fear.
Nothing scheduled at this time.
Put your name on our waitlist & area of interest so that we can contact you when we have a session running!
Communication 101
for Healthy Relationships
4 WEEKS
No previous groups required.
WOMEN ONLY: Wed: 6 - 8 pm
All GENDERS: Thur: 6 - 8 pm
TBA
Communication Fundamentals:
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Asserting Boundaries
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Active Listening & Response
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Addressing Barriers to Healthy Communication
Communication 201
for Healthy Relationships
4 WEEKS
Available to those who have completed Comm 101.
TBA: Wed 6 - 8 pm
Communication Fundamentals:
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Internalizing What We Hear
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How We Respond & React
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Tools to be Assertive
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Tools to be Effective
Couples Communication
for Healthy Relationships
4 WEEKS $100/couple
No previous groups required but must be intaked, registered & attended as a couple.
TBA
Communication Fundamentals:
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Asserting Boundaries
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Active Listening & Response
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Addressing Barriers
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Understand & Acknowledge
Support Groups
5 WEEKS
No previous groups required.
Currently, this group is on hold. Please sign up to schedule an intake & we can contact you when the next group is scheduled.
New Directions
10 WEEKS
No previous groups required.
Next intake is December 2021 for January 2022 start date.
Vaccine mandates in place for all those aged 12+.
Conflict Resolution
4 WEEKS
No previous groups required.
Please sign up to schedule an intake & we can contact you when the next group is scheduled.
