We are excited to share an upcoming opportunity designed to support children navigating the challenges of family separation, divorce, or significant changes in their family dynamics. Beginning August 12 and going to August 15, 2025, from 9-5 each day. The Family Roots for Kids: A Family Restoration Camp will provide a safe, supportive environment where children aged 7-16 can explore their feelings, connect with peers, and build resilience for a brighter future.
This 4-day camp is tailored for children whose parents are divorced, divorcing, or separated. It combines evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT, to address emotional challenges and foster personal growth. In traditional camp style, the camp will also offer fun summer activities that are designed to assist children in coping with stressful situations and to have fun. Painting, yoga, and swimming are all incorporated into the camp to provide fun activities for kids to see how activity can help alleviate stress and how using proactive coping
strategies can help keep us mentally healthy.
The group was created by our Director of Family services, Sherry Tucker, who brings extensive expertise in child and family therapy with degrees in Psychology, Social Work, and a Master in Social Work. Her approach ensures each participant receives compassionate, skilled guidance throughout the program. The group will also be facilitated by Elsie Hartnett, who has a degree in education and a Master in Counselling Psychology and is working towards certification as a Play Therapist. In addition, Nicole Meckelborg, who has a bachelor of Indigenous social work, will be assisting and provide older participants with an opportunity to express their feelings in a safe environment with peers who are about the same age and dealing with similar issues.
This group is ideal for children who may be struggling to adjust to changes in their family structure. It is particularly suitable for those experiencing feelings of confusion, anxiety, sadness, or isolation related to divorce or separation.
For more information or to register, please contact us by phone at (306) 382-2391 or email reception@aspiretoo.ca. Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited.
We kindly ask for your help in sharing this opportunity with families, colleagues, and agencies who may benefit from this program. Your support in spreading the word is greatly appreciated, as together, we can help children grow stronger roots for a brighter future.
Thank you for your time and dedication to supporting children and families in our community.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like additional promotional materials.
Aspire Too is accepting 25 participants.
The group will meet at Aspire Too, 201, 1114 22nd street W from
August 12-15 starting at 9 am and ending at 5:00 pm each day.
Investment is $499.00/person, non-refundable, due at registration.
*Receipts will be provided for insurance*
Please call (306) 382-2391 to register or email reception@aspiretoo.ca with any questions.
Deadline to register is August 8, 2025
Parental alienation is a term used when a child rejects one parent for unjustified, unrealistic, or unusual reasons. This phenomenon most often occurs when parents’ divorce and the divorce or separation is usually highly conflictual. Parental alienation is believed to be a form of emotional or psychological abuse. The harm done to children subjected to parental alienation strategies are long-term and can endure throughout their lives.
As research indicates traditional interventions are typically ineffective with parental alienation, learning to identify the phenomena and implement appropriate interventions is imperative to helping children and families heal. The response to parental alienation is most effective when it is multi-disciplinary and appropriate treatment plans usually require legal and therapeutic interventions. It is also known that unwitting or informed professionals can inadvertently exacerbate the problem. Education is key!
The learning objectives of this class are:
•Help participants become knowledgeable about the history of parental alienation, including criticisms of parental alienation.
•Explain the prevalent theories of parental alienation.
•Provide parents with strategies on how to strengthen bonds with children.
•Teach parents strategies for how to respond to children who have been subjected to parental alienation.
•Suggest proven ways to manage your emotions and keep persevering.
•Provide support and knowledge to help you navigate the next steps in your parenting journey.
Aspire Too is accepting 25 participants for each date.
The Group will meet at Aspire Too, 1114 22nd street W, in the boardroom
Investment is $399/person, non-refundable, due at registration.
*Receipts will be provided for insurance*
Please call (306) 382-2391 to register or email reception@aspiretoo.ca with any questions.
Deadlines to register are May 12th (for May date), and June 3rd (for June date).