Are Counselling Services Tax Deductible in Canada?

Questions about mental health care often extend beyond well-being and into practical concerns like cost. One of the most common questions we hear concerns whether counselling services can be claimed on taxes in Canada. The answer is sometimes,…

Should My Child See a Therapist?

If you’ve found yourself quietly wondering, “Should my child see a therapist?”—you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we hear from parents, caregivers and educators alike. And the truth is, you don’t need a crisis…

What is CBT?

If you’ve ever looked into therapy or mental health treatment, chances are you’ve come across the term CBT. But what is CBT, exactly? And why is it so widely used?  CBT stands for cognitive behavioural therapy. It’s a practical, evidence-based…
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In Search of Red Deer Group Therapy?

If you’re exploring group therapy options in Red Deer, you’re not alone. Group therapy offers a safe, guided environment where people facing similar struggles can share, connect and heal together. While many are familiar with individual…

Somatic Therapy in Red Deer: Reconnecting Body and Mind

Somatic therapy is an approach that treats the body as an equal partner in psychological healing. By asking, “What are you noticing in your shoulders, your breath, your stomach right now?” we learn how stress, trauma or prolonged worry have…

Grief Counselling in Red Deer: Finding a Way Through Loss

Grief is the natural, multifaceted response we feel when someone or something deeply important changes or is gone. It touches thoughts, emotions and even our bodies, which can leave us feeling adrift. Onward Wellness’ grief counselling in…

EMDR Therapy Red Deer

What is EMDR Therapy?  EMDR stands for “Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing”. This is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy designed to help people process and resolve distressing memories, particularly those linked to trauma.  Research…

Understanding ADHD: Beyond the Diagnosis

How to support focus, function and self-worth with mental health care in Alberta  Living with ADHD symptoms means more than having trouble concentrating—it often involves a lifelong pattern of navigating distractions, impulsivity and emotional…

Finding Trusted Mental Health Support in Red Deer

At Onward Wellness, we know that finding reliable mental health support in Red Deer can be an overwhelming journey. Whether you are looking for someone to talk to about stress, navigating anxiety therapy, or seeking trauma counselling, it is…

Reconnecting Through Couples Counselling in Red Deer

Every relationship goes through highs and lows—but when challenges begin to outweigh connection, communication and affection, seeking support isn’t a sign of failure. It’s a step toward healing. At Onward Wellness in Red Deer, we offer…
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Onward Wellness (previously Wayfound Mental Health Group Red Deer) is a team of mental health professionals dedicated to providing high-quality mental health care and counselling to Red Deer and the Central Alberta area.