I am so excited to be a part of Trinity Christian School this year! I live in Airdrie with my husband and we have three adult children. I fell in love with the school counselling role during my practicum. I recently retired as a piano teacher so I am sure there will be some kind of music in the counselling office as I learn how to effectively help children.
Welcome back to another school year! For those of you who are new to Trinity Christian School or who have not yet become familiar with the Family School Liaison Program, I’d like to introduce myself. I am Kristal Chalmers the Family School Liaison Counsellor and I support students to cope with difficulties they may be having in their lives, either at home, school, or in social relationships. I provide counselling support to students, and when appropriate, I also direct families to outside services.
Counselling is accessed on a referral basis. Teachers, principals, and parents may refer a child about whom they have concerns, and must give their permission for services before they commence, at which point an intake appointment will be scheduled. Referral forms may be found on the school website. At times, a student may seek me out personally, in which case, I am able to meet with a child a few times before a referral by a teacher or parent is given and an intake appointment and parental consent is provided.
Please contact me to set up an appointment.
Kristal Chalmers
My email is: kristal.chalmers@pallisersd.ab.ca
I can also be reached by cell: 403-519-1069
I am at Trinity Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Kids Health: www.kidshealth.org
Teen Health: http://kidshealth.org/teen/
ANXIETY
Anxiety BC: www.anxietybc.com
What to do when you worry too much: https://dentonllc.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/what-to-do-when-you-worry-too-much-a-kids-guide-to-overcoming-anxiety.pdf
Anxiety Prescription: http://fcrc-test.otherorange.com/health-information/library/information-prescriptions/anxiety/
Apps For Anxiety: http://www.adam.mb.ca/blog/apps-for-anxiety
DEPRESSION
Dealing With Depression - Antidepressant Skills for Teens: http://www.comh.ca/publications/resources/dwd/DWD_WritableVersion.pdf
EMOTIONAL REGULATION
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises - You Tube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaTDNYjk-Gw
Automatic Thoughts - YouTube Wellcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2zRA5zCA6M
FREE EDUCATION SESSIONS/WORKSHOPS
Family & Community Resource Centre: http://fcrc.albertahealthservices.ca/ces.php
ANONYMOUS CRISIS SUPPORT
Calgary Connecteen: Peer support online, by text, or over the phone. 403-264-TEEN; www.calgaryconnecteen.com/
Kids Help Phone for 24/7 counseling support: www.kidshelpphone.ca ; 1-800-668-6868
Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642
MENTAL HEALTH ARTICLES
Teen Mental Health information: http://teenmentalhealth.org/for-families-and-teens/
Stigma and Discrimination: http://ontario.cmha.ca/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/stigma-and-discrimination/
Study: Impact of unaddressed mental health issues on students is severe http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/wp/2013/09/19/study-impact-of-unaddressed-mental-health-issues-on-students-is-severe/
PARENTING
Dr. Ross Green's Collaborative Problem Solving Approach: http://www.livesinthebalance.org/
Focus on the Family: www.focusonthefamily.ca
5 tips for a positive relationship with your teen: http://www.familyshare.com/parenting/5-tips-for-a-positive-relationship-with-your-teen