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.
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 is October 13, 2025
We are excited to share an upcoming opportunity designed to support adults in recovery who are navigating the challenges of building purpose and identity beyond abstinence. Beginning October 28, 2025 and going to December 16, 2025, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm each Tuesday, Living with Purpose: An 8-Week Group on Meaning in Recovery will provide a safe, supportive environment where adults 18+ can explore values, strengthen resilience, and connect with peers to build a meaningful life in sobriety.
This 8-week group is tailored for individuals who have achieved some stability in recovery and are now asking, “What comes next?” It combines evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Recovery Capital frameworks, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools, to help participants clarify values, develop resilience, and create action plans that align with their long-term goals. In addition to structured psychoeducation, the group will offer space for discussion, reflection, and peer support, reinforcing that meaning in recovery is a shared human journey.
The group will be facilitated by Jeff Waescher, BA, M.Ed. Student, who brings five years of experience in the addictions and recovery field and is currently completing his graduate training in counselling psychology. The group will be supervised by the Aspire Too Enhanced Learning Division Clinical Team, ensuring participants receive professional, compassionate, and evidence-based support. This program is ideal for adults who may be feeling a sense of restlessness, lack of direction, or disconnection despite maintaining sobriety. It is particularly suited for those experiencing questions of identity, meaning, and purpose in recovery.
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 (6–12 participants).
We kindly ask for your help in sharing this opportunity with clients, colleagues, and agencies who may benefit from this program. Your support in spreading the word is greatly appreciated, as together, we can help individuals in recovery move from surviving to thriving.
Thank you for your time and dedication to supporting wellness 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 12 participants.
The group will meet at Aspire Too, #201-1114 22nd Street W, Saskatoon, with both in-person and virtual options available, from October 28 to December 16, 2025, every Tuesday from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm.
Investment is $0–$40/session (sliding scale), payable at registration.
Receipts will be provided.
Please call (306) 382-2391 to register or email reception@aspiretoo.ca with any questions.
Deadline to register is October 24, 2025.