Opportunities For Change Program

We provide a 15-session Psycho-Educational Group Program designed for adults (male and female groups offered) who have used violence in their intimate partner relationships. This program is offered as a component of the Provincial Family Violence Treatment Program. Participants access the program via referrals from Alberta Community Corrections Office (court mandated) and/or Alberta Children Services, or may self refer when there is program availability.

As a participant actively engaged in Opportunities For Change, you'll be part of a positive and respectful environment aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of relationship challenges and learning skills to assist in preventing violence in present and future relationships. Group Facilitators may offer referrals to other programs or services within the community as needed or requested.

For more information about Opportunities For Change, please contact us at 1 (780) 791-5143.

What Can I Expect When Accessing Opportunities For Change?

Participants can expect the following at the Opportunities for Change program:

  • A supportive and confidential environment

  • Opportunities to discuss and address life challenges

  • Realization that you are not alone in your struggles

  • Discovery of new insights about your challenges

  • Learning about unhealthy behavior patterns

  • Building upon healthy relationship and communication skills

  • Identification of areas for personal growth

  • Support in enhancing emotional regulation abilities

  • Encouragement to take accountability for your actions

What Do Group
Sessions Look Like at
Opportunities For Change?

During the group sessions, you can expect Group Facilitators to:

  • Cultivate a safe and non-judgmental environment for open discussions

  • Establish and uphold group participant expectations

  • Encourage group participants to express their thoughts and insights respectfully

  • Lead discussions on topics such as conflict resolution, empathy-building, self-awareness, personal boundaries, and effective communication skills

  • Foster a sense of connection within the group to promote mutual support

  • Assist you in your journey toward personal growth and positive change

  • Provide a certificate of completion upon meeting all participation requirements, including attendance and completion of self-reflective assignments.

What Does The Intake Process Look Like for the Opportunities For Change?

During the intake process, I can anticipate the Group Facilitator will:

  • Greet me warmly

  • Maintain an approachable and non-judgmental demeanor

  • Treat me with utmost respect and dignity

  • Engage in a conversation about my circumstances

  • Enquire about my goals for participating in the group

  • Address any queries or concerns I might have

  • Explain the structure and format of the group sessions

  • Provide an overview of the topics that will be discussed in the group

  • Outline the expectations regarding participation and attendance