Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Counselling Partner in Windsor-Essex
At Swabey Family Counselling, we specialize in helping families navigate emotional challenges through a parent-inclusive therapeutic approach. Our team of registered therapists has supported over 1,000 families since 2016, focusing on strengthening parent-child relationships and building essential life skills. We provide practical strategies to manage emotions, improve communication, and resolve conflicts effectively. Our services cater to children, teens, young adults, and parents, addressing issues ranging from anxiety and behavioral challenges to life transitions. With a commitment to evidence-based practices rooted in interpersonal neurobiology and attachment theory, we create a welcoming environment where families feel safe and understood.Our collaborative skill-building approach ensures parents actively participate in their child's growth, fostering long-term positive changes. We prioritize accessibility, offering flexible scheduling and a streamlined intake process to accommodate busy families. Our mission is to empower families to thrive together by reducing household stress and promoting emotional resilience. Through tailored action plans and ongoing support, we help families achieve lasting improvements in communication, conflict resolution, and overall well-being.
Services
Child Counselling
Teen Counselling
Young Adult Counselling
Parent Counselling
Family Therapy
Emotional Regulation
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Life Transitions
Behavioural Support
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We specialize in parent-inclusive therapy that strengthens family relationships
- Our team includes registered therapists with 18+ years of combined experience
- We provide evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation and communication
- Our cozy, welcoming environment reduces therapy-related stress for families
- We offer tailored action plans with measurable progress tracking
What people say
Increased confidence in parenting
Improved communication skills
Reduced household tension
Therapists show deep expertise
Welcoming environment for families
Services
Child Counselling
Our child counselling services address emotional meltdowns and behavioral challenges through tailored strategies that build emotional resilience. We help children develop self-awareness and communication skills while supporting parents to create consistent, nurturing environments. Our play-based approach makes therapy engaging for young clients while providing practical tools for families to implement at home.
Teen Counselling
Teen counselling focuses on managing anxiety, mood swings, and identity formation through evidence-based techniques. We help adolescents develop coping mechanisms while teaching parents effective communication strategies. Our approach balances independence with support, addressing common challenges like peer relationships and academic stress while fostering emotional regulation skills.
Young Adult Counselling
This service addresses the unique challenges of young adulthood, including decision-making anxiety and independence pressures. We help clients develop self-awareness and practical life skills while addressing stress management and relationship building. Our approach balances guidance with autonomy to support successful life transitions.
Parent Counselling
Parent counselling provides strategies for managing household stress and improving family dynamics. We equip parents with tools to understand child behavior patterns and implement consistent support systems. Our sessions focus on reducing parental burnout while strengthening parent-child relationships through practical, science-based approaches.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address systemic communication patterns and relationship dynamics. We facilitate collaborative problem-solving while teaching conflict resolution techniques. Our approach strengthens emotional connections across generations, addressing both immediate concerns and long-term relationship development through structured, goal-oriented sessions.
People
Jessica Swabey
Practice Owner and Family Counsellor
MACP, CCC, RSW certified therapist with over 18 years of family counselling experience. Specializes in parent-child relationship building and emotional regulation strategies.
Dana Armstrong
Family Care Coordinator
Supports families in navigating counselling services, with experience in client coordination and community resource connections.
Alex Abbruzzese
Family Counsellor
Specializes in technology-related parenting challenges and emotional intelligence development for modern families.
Katy Van de Putte
Family Counsellor
Focuses on identity formation and communication challenges in children and families through positive coping strategies.
Briana McLeod
Family Care Coordinator
Masters in Clinical Psychology student with expertise in client support and potential-focused family services coordination.
Questions
What are your session fees?
Fees range from $155 to $165 for 60-minute sessions, depending on the therapist.
Does insurance cover sessions?
Coverage varies by plan. Check with your provider about Psychotherapist, Clinical Counsellor, or Registered Social Worker credentials.
How do I pay for sessions?
We accept debit, credit, cash, and e-transfers. E-transfers must be sent before or immediately after sessions.
What's your cancellation policy?
24-hour notice required. Missed appointments incur full fee; cancellations under 24 hours charged 50%.
How many sessions are needed?
Most clients attend 8-10 sessions, with noticeable changes often occurring within 4-6 sessions through active participation.
What if I don't connect with my therapist?
We prioritize therapist-client fit and will help find a better match if needed, even outside our practice.
