Seeking Safety
In cooperation with Allison at Present Mind Wellness, Schaefer Counselling Services is offering a 25-week group therapy program called Seeking Safety.
This program provides a supportive space for adults who are working through trauma and challenges with coping, including addiction.
Through weekly sessions, participants will learn practical coping skills, grounding techniques, and strategies for building resilience. The group is designed to foster connection, understanding, and empowerment, helping participants take positive steps toward healing in a safe and collaborative environment.
Please note: This program is intended for adults who are not experiencing current suicidal thoughts or active substance use, and it does not replace individual therapy.
If you are seeking support want to strengthen your coping skills, Seeking Safety offers a structured, evidence-based approach to help you navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and care.
Group therapy fees may be eligible for coverage under certain insurance plans, and a limited number of no-cost spaces are available.
Only 10 spots available. Book your brief pre-group intake conversation with Annika or Allison today.
Public Speaking on Trauma Awareness and Resilience
As a Counselling Therapist, I am passionate about equipping communities with the knowledge and tools needed to respond to trauma with compassion, confidence, and care. My public speaking and workshop offerings are grounded in current trauma research, years of clinical experience, and a deep respect for those who offer support to others—including support group leaders, helping professionals, and community organizations.
In Spring 2025, I facilitated a Trauma-Informed Care workshop for support group leaders in collaboration with a community organization in St. Albert. We explored the impact of trauma on the brain and nervous system, its presence in group dynamics, and practical strategies to create trauma-informed spaces.
Most recently, in Fall 2025, I led Holding Space Without Losing Yourself, a reflective workshop focused on well-being and sustainable self-care for helpers. Participants explored frameworks and practical tools to recognize and navigate burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue, while building resilience and understanding how nervous system states impact their capacity to care for themselves and others.
If you are looking for a speaker or facilitator who brings together clinical expertise, warmth, and practical tools in both informative presentations and interactive workshops on trauma, compassionate care, and resilience, I would be honoured to connect. Together, I would love to explore how I can support your group or organization and tailor the content specifically to your needs. I am currently booking speaking engagements for fall and winter 2025.
