McKinney Psychological Services
#2 4902 - 50 st T4J 1R2 Ponoka, AB, Canada

Rural health definitely has it own unique perks and challengers.

We definitely see the lack of structure exacerbating symptoms!

Awe puppy love . No better therapy.

#codepink Thank you Ponoka News for printing this. Although this is from Ontario, I believe it is worse in Alberta. Please have the courage to talk about thoughts of death with youth. Please teach kids what to do when they are worried about their friends. It’s okay not to be okay through this. Please reach out if you are having trouble navigating the services. During this time, we are offering a free 15 minute telephone consultation to help you find the right resources for you.

I am pleased to be able to support the future leaders in the ag industry! Please join us for the Ponoka District online timed auction. There are 32 steers up for offer. These kids have done a tremendous amount of work to get these boys ready for show and sale. The sale date is May 4, 2021 and bidding occurs between 1-5pm. ... sign in early so you can view the photos and marketing videos the kids have prepared! See more

Anybody here taking psychology 2250 at MCC this term? If so, could you please email me at [email protected] please?

The inability to receive support from others is a trauma response. Your I don’t need anyone, I’ll just do it all myself conditioning is a survival tactic. An...d you needed it to shield your heart from abuse, neglect, betrayal, and disappointment from those who could not or would not be there for you. From the parent who was absent and abandoned you by choice or the parent who was never home from working three jobs to feed and house you. From the lovers who offered sexual intimacy but never offered a safe haven that honored your heart. From the friendships and family who ALWAYS took more than they ever gave. From all the situations when someone told you we’re in this together or I got you then abandoned you, leaving you to pick up the pieces when shit got real, leaving you to handle your part and their part, too. From all the lies and all the betrayals. You learned along the way that you just couldn’t really trust people. Or that you could trust people, but only up to a certain point. Extreme-independence IS. A. TRUST. ISSUE. You learnt: if I don’t put myself in a situation where I rely on someone, I won’t have to be disappointed when they don’t show up for me, or when they drop the ball... because they will ALWAYS drop the ball EVENTUALLY right? You may even have been intentionally taught this protection strategy by generations of hurt ancestors who came before you. Extreme-independence is a preemptive strike against heartbreak. So, you don’t trust anyone. And you don’t trust yourself, either, to choose people. To trust is to hope, to trust is to be vulnerable. Never again, you vow. But no matter how you dress it up and display it proudly to make it seem like this level of independence is what you always wanted to be, in truth it’s your wounded, scarred, broken heart behind a protective brick wall. Impenetrable. Nothing gets in. No hurt gets in. But no love gets in either. Fortresses and armor are for those in battle, or who believe the battle is coming. It’s a trauma response. The good news is trauma that is acknowledged is trauma that can be healed. You are worthy of having support. You are worthy of having true partnership. You are worthy of love. You are worthy of having your heart held. You are worthy to be adored. You are worthy to be cherished. You are worthy to have someone say, You rest. I got this. And actually deliver on that promise. You are worthy to receive. You are worthy to receive. You are worthy. You don’t have to earn it. You don’t have to prove it. You don’t have to bargain for it. You don’t have to beg for it. You are worthy. WORTHY. Simply because you exist. -Jamila White, @inspiredjamila Coyote Phoenix

We wanted to remind everyone that we are still doing pet food/medication deliveries within the town of Ponoka or Bashaw if you feel at risk when leaving your home. Please give either clinic a call to arrange delivery.

looking for employment? there are openings for telephone interviewers with the federal government regarding the pandemic. Appears like good wages and flexible work! Please follow the link to apply. https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca//applicant/page1800

This is great news. I want to celebrate Alberta grown talent landing dream jobs with Disney! Congrats!

Migraines are a big problem. In fact, they’re one of the most common reasons people end up in the emergency room. And here’s the truth about this painful issue... the root cause of your migraine may not be in your head at all; in fact, it may be caused by many other factors. *I had a patient who had migraines for 40 years, and we discovered that they were caused by the eggs she was eating. When she stopped eating eggs, the migraines went away; when she started eating them again, the migraines came back. Another common cause is gluten the protein found in wheat, barley, rye, oats, and spelt. This special kind of food allergy creates a lot of inflammation. For those who are sensitive to gluten, I definitely recommend an elimination diet. Get rid of gluten, dairy, eggs and yeast for 3 weeks and then introduce each on individually for 3 days, then stop and take note of any symptoms. *Many women get premenstrual migraines, which are often caused by imbalances in estrogen and progesterone too much estrogen, not enough progesterone. This can be caused by stress; by consuming too much alcohol, sugar, flour and starches; and by not getting enough exercise or sleep. *Magnesium is the relaxation mineral. If you’re deficient in it, you can often get headaches and migraines. Take magnesium glycinate, citrate or aspartate in doses that relieve symptoms. If you have kidney disease of any kind, do this only with a doctor’s supervision. *Identifying and treating bacterial imbalances or yeast in the gut can also be helpful. Getting the gut healthy with enzymes, probiotics and omega-3 fats is important. See more

Free Webinar!! If you have time, this is a webinar that is useful for everyone.

https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca//applicant/page1800

Anyone interested in pursuing their master’s?

Any of my past social work students interested in this opportunity?!?

At it’s heart, Psychological Safety is about enabling free and expressive participation, playing with ideas, being able to get things wrong, or say the uncomfortable things without fear of recrimination or censure.

Looking for a self motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team of registry clerks. We are currently seeking 1 full time employee. Please drop resumes... off in person with Ian Must be 18 to apply Must be able to provide a clean criminal record check upon hiring Thank you, Management