Swabey Family Counselling

09/01/2026

After a very long wait, we're excited to share some news... we no longer have a waitlist and are accepting new clients. 🎉

First, thank you for your patience. We know how hard it can be to recognize that your child, teen, or family could benefit from support, only to find yourself waiting for an opening. We're sorry for the extended wait and grateful for everyone who stayed connected with us.

As a new school year begins, many families are navigating anxiety, worries, changing routines, friendship challenges, and the mixed emotions that come with transitions. For some children and teens, those back-to-school jitters are a normal part of growing up. For others, they can feel overwhelming.

At Swabey Family Counselling, we believe parents matter. When parents, children, and teens are supported together, families can build skills, confidence, connection, and resilience that last far beyond the school year.

If you've been thinking about reaching out, now is a great time. We'd be honoured to support your family.

📞 Contact us to learn more or book an appointment.

07/05/2026

Want your child/teen to have a phone but without access to all the apps? Check out this article.

https://www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/a-little-known-iphone-feature-that-can-help-both-children-and-older-adults-stay-safer?fbclid=IwY2xjawS3a2xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrbzlMQUlKdTJTVlpSd0Jlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgT4npZagVF1h8puS3pgmrCy_8xMCLFvOICj9QZiElfz-0tJpSnQFKiNEm2K_aem_oMl77HKL6mWILro3zEReFw

Think an old iPhone has to mean unrestricted internet access? Think again. Apple has a little-known feature called Assistive Access that can transform a hand-me-down iPhone into a simplified, safer device for children and even older adults. While we still recommend a purpose-built minimalist phone w...

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day!

Today, we celebrate all the amazing dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures in our LaSalle and Windsor-Essex communities. Thank you for the love, guidance, strength, and support you bring to your families every day.

Wishing you a wonderful Father’s Day filled with laughter, appreciation, and special moments with those you love most.

06/03/2026

Summer can be a wonderful time for kids—but for some children, it can also mean fewer opportunities for connection, friendship, and confidence-building.

Maybe your child is shy in new situations.

Maybe they've struggled to find their place with peers.

Maybe you'd simply love to see them spend more time connecting, creating, and having fun with other kids this summer.

At Swabey Family Counselling, we're exploring a Summer Club for children ages 8–10 and 11–13 designed to provide a safe, welcoming space where kids can:

✨ Get creative through hands-on activities
🤝 Build friendships and strengthen social skills
💬 Practice confidence and connection in a supportive environment
🎉 Enjoy a positive summer experience with peers

As counsellors, we know that children grow best when they feel connected, capable, and like they belong. Our goal is to create a program that supports those experiences while giving kids a chance to simply enjoy being kids.

We're currently gathering interest from local families as we explore this opportunity.

📩 If this sounds like something your child would benefit from, send us an email to join our interest list and be among the first to receive details. [email protected]

03/10/2026

Over 130 people entered our giveaway basket at the International Women’s Day Expo this weekend!

We loved seeing so many people stop by the Swabey Family Counselling booth to learn more about the supports we offer for children, teens, and families in Windsor-Essex.

Today, we drew the winner of our giveaway basket, filled with amazing items generously donated by local businesses:

Thank you to everyone who took a moment to stop by our booth and say hello, and a big congratulations to our winner!
🎉 We sent a text mesage an email over to you to let you know youve won!

03/06/2026

I've been reviewing The White Hatter page for a while now and consistently find their posts interesting and helpful. I highly recommend checking it out.

Here's an article on the sharing of consensual intimate images - what the law states and what steps to take if it happens to your teen.

When teens share intimate images within a relationship, it is often based on trust. But when that trust is broken and the image is shared without consent, the impact can spread quickly through schools and social networks. This article explains the reality of relationship-based image sharing, what Ca...

03/05/2026

We’re honoured to be part of the International Women’s Day Expo at the LaSalle Event Centre 🌷

If you’ve been meaning to look into counselling for your child, your teen, or your family — this is a beautiful opportunity to connect in a low-pressure way.

At our booth you’ll find:
🤍 Practical parenting resources
🤍 Information about how counselling can support your family
🤍 A welcoming space to ask questions
🤍 A thoughtfully curated giveaway basket packed with amazing items donated by local sponsors

You don’t have to navigate parenting or life’s hard seasons alone.

We hope you’ll stop by and say hello.

Save this so you remember the date — and tag a friend you’d love to bring along. 💐

03/04/2026

We’re so excited to share that Swabey Family Counselling will be at the International Women’s Day Expo at the LaSalle Event Centre

When you stop by our booth, you’ll find:
✨ Helpful resources for parents and families
✨ Information about child, teen, and family counselling
✨ A space for real connection and support
✨ An incredible giveaway basket filled with generous donations from local sponsors

Whether you’re looking for support now, or simply want to learn what’s available in our Windsor-Essex community, we’d love to meet you.

Save this post, share it with a friend, and come say hello. You deserve support too. 💛

12/29/2025

Be on the lookout for companionship apps.

Navigating tech for our teens is becoming even more challenging - it's hard to stay on top of all the apps out there. Keep yourself informed and have open conversations with your family.

https://www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/companionship-apps-when-the-brain-treats-fantasy-as-reality?fbclid=IwY2xjawO_2EhicmlkETF4eFpzUWJEREFBMEtjUzduc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHh_8dbBRVUu2neRqllRKhA9O9jm1ruzFmlKgS0JgBR8PnYc43hMJuFgnWI_j&brid=NqOf4zLCnuHtEAIjRN5Kqg

AI companionship apps are no longer fringe tools. New research shows most teens have used them, and many report feeling emotionally connected. When technology is designed to feel caring, responsive, and relational, the brain can rehearse it as real. For developing minds, that matters. This article e...

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Swabey Family Counselling.

Wishing families a day filled with moments of connection, calm, and care.