Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health & Mediation Services in Medicine Hat
Bridging Connections Counselling & Mediation Services was founded on the principle that every individual possesses inherent strengths capable of overcoming life's challenges. With over 1600 hours of clinical practice and supervision, our practice integrates evidence-based methodologies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy to address mental health concerns, relationship dynamics, and family systems. Our approach emphasizes collaborative care, empowering clients to achieve personal growth while maintaining cultural and familial values.We specialize in navigating complex emotional landscapes, including separation/divorce transitions, workplace stress, and trauma recovery. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients receive current, effective interventions tailored to their unique circumstances. By prioritizing client-centered care, we foster environments where individuals and families can cultivate resilience and sustainable positive change.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Mediation
Divorce Support
Workplace Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 1600+ hours of clinical practice supervised by registered social work experts.
- Our therapists utilize evidence-based methods like CBT and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
- Specialized programs for high-conflict divorce and family mediation scenarios.
- Registered Social Worker with Alberta College of Social Work credentials.
- Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends upon availability.
Services
Individual Counseling
Specialized treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Our evidence-based approach helps clients modify negative thought patterns while developing coping strategies. Sessions focus on personal growth, emotional regulation, and improving daily functioning through structured therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.
Couples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples experiencing relationship distress. Combines attachment theory with systemic approaches to address communication breakdowns and rebuild secure connections. Helps partners develop healthier interaction patterns while maintaining individual growth and relationship balance through structured therapeutic frameworks.
Family Mediation
Facilitated dispute resolution using interest-based mediation techniques. Specialized training in Child-Centered Continuum Model supports parenting plan development during separations. Helps families create mutually beneficial solutions while maintaining control over decision-making processes through structured negotiation frameworks.
Divorce Support
Specialized programs addressing high-conflict divorce implications for families. Includes post-divorce recovery counseling and co-parenting education. Utilizes evidence-based models to develop child-focused parenting plans while helping clients navigate emotional transitions from separation through long-term adjustment phases.
Workplace Consultation
Expert consultation services for businesses seeking workplace wellness solutions. Addresses employee mental health, conflict resolution, and communication strategies. Provides cost-effective access to specialized knowledge in creating healthy work environments through targeted organizational interventions.
People
Jan Crommer
Clinical Social Worker
Registered Social Worker with Alberta College of Social Work, holding a Master of Social Work degree specializing in families, mental health, and trauma. Completed 1600+ hours of clinical practice and certified mediator with specialization in family conflict resolution.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma, along with couples counseling, family mediation, and specialized support for separation/divorce transitions using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us directly at 403-527-6336 during office hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-6:00pm) or request an appointment through our website contact page for daytime, evening, or weekend availability.
Do you accept insurance coverage?
As a registered social worker, our services qualify for most extended health benefit plans. Clients should verify specific coverage details with their insurance provider before starting treatment.
What is your approach to family mediation?
We use interest-based mediation techniques combined with child-centered models to create parenting plans. Our process emphasizes mutual solutions while maintaining family relationships through structured conflict resolution frameworks.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments available upon request to accommodate clients' work and family commitments.