McKinney Psychology

08/16/2026

Happy 19th Birthday Sweetie❤️

You have always had a way of knowing exactly who you are and what you like. You are thoughtful and kind, but also incredibly tenacious. When you decide you want something, you work for it.

At 19, you’re already so many things: an athlete, an animal lover, a foodie who appreciates the good stuff, a decorator with an eye for making things beautiful, and definitely a fashionista. You have your own sense of style, your own opinions, and your own way of doing things.

Now you’re working toward your degree in Psychology, with plans to pursue law. I have no doubt you’ll go far. You’re smart and determined, but one of your greatest strengths is something that can’t really be taught; you have a genuine ability to connect with people. That will take you a long way, wherever life leads.

It is pretty incredible watching you grow into the woman you are becoming. I’m so proud of you, and so excited to see what you do with this life.

Happy 19th birthday ❤️ Keep knowing what you want, working hard for it, loving fiercely, dressing fabulously!

Love you always. ❤️

08/07/2026

We're Looking for Two Incredible People to Join Our Team! 💙

At McKinney Psychology, we know that healing begins long before a client sits down with their therapist.

It begins with the first phone call.
The first email.
The first person who says, "We're so glad you reached out."

That's why we're hiring for two important positions:

✨ Client Care Coordinator
✨ Intake Coordinator

These aren't "just admin" roles.

They are the heart of the client experience.

Our Client Care Coordinator helps create a warm, welcoming experience for every person who walks through our doors or reaches out to our clinic. From scheduling appointments and supporting our therapists to helping the clinic run smoothly, they ensure every client feels cared for from beginning to end.

Our Intake Coordinator is often the very first person a new client speaks with. They listen carefully, understand each person's unique needs, answer questions, and thoughtfully match clients with the therapist who is the best fit for them. They are the person who follows up, checks in, and makes sure no one slips through the cracks when they're reaching out for help.

We're looking for someone who is:
💙 Compassionate and genuinely enjoys helping people
📞 Comfortable talking with people who may be anxious or overwhelmed
🧩 Highly organized and able to juggle multiple priorities
🤝 A team player who enjoys supporting others
✨ Detail-oriented, dependable, and proactive
🌾 Someone who values serving rural, agricultural, Indigenous, Veteran, and Alberta communities

At McKinney Psychology, you'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your work truly matters. Every phone call answered, every intake completed, and every client successfully connected to the right therapist has the potential to change a life.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Ponoka, Alberta

Learn more and apply here:
https://mckinneypsych.com/join-our-team/

Please share this post with someone who would be an amazing fit for our team. ❤️

07/09/2026

We offer CBT-i. If you are struggling with sleep and want to get off your sleeping pills, book a session with us for CBT-I

07/06/2026

07/06/2026

✨ Meet Bryan ✨

Starting therapy can feel intimidating.

You may be carrying anxiety, stress, anger, family conflict, or simply feeling unsure of who you are and where you're headed. Or maybe you feel like you could use some support to perform your best as an athlete. Sometimes the hardest part is finding a space where you feel safe enough to be yourself.

We are excited to introduce Bryan Abrego, Student Intern, to the McKinney Psychology team.

Bryan believes that every person deserves to be met with compassion, curiosity, and respect. He understands that our experiences, identities, cultures, and relationships all shape the way we move through the world, and he strives to create a therapy space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. As a person from a collective culture and a high level athlete, he brings those perspectives to the counselling space.

Working with teens, youth, and young adults, Bryan takes a culturally responsive, socially conscious, and trauma-informed approach to counselling. He supports clients navigating anxiety, stress, anger, trauma, life transitions, and identity development, with particular interest in supporting immigrants, newcomers, and individuals from marginalized communities.

Drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Bryan helps clients better understand themselves, develop practical coping strategies, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and authentic.

As an intern, Bryan is completing his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and is accepting clients at a reduced fee while receiving ongoing supervision and support from our clinical team.

If you've been thinking about reaching out for support, this could be the perfect opportunity to get started. 💙

Please join us in welcoming Bryan to McKinney Psychology.

07/02/2026

✨ Meet Alana ✨

If you have been carrying stress that never seems to let up, navigating grief or loss, struggling with anxiety, feeling emotionally exhausted, or facing a life transition that has left you feeling uncertain about what's next.

Alana understands that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable. As a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, she works with adults and youth (15+) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship challenges, addiction, self-esteem concerns, and stress. Her approach is warm, grounded, and genuine, creating a space where clients feel safe, respected, and truly heard.

Using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, Alana helps clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with what matters most to them. With her background in nursing and her personal jurney supporting people through cancer diagnoses, she is such a valuable resource when it comes to that inevitable overlap between physical health and mental health.

For me, this addition is especially meaningful.

Alana and I have known each other for more than 25 years. Early in my career, Alana was actually my manager, and I had the privilege of working under her leadership, professionalism, and dedication to helping others. Over the years, I have continued to admire her integrity, compassion, and the way she shows up for her family, collegues and the people she serves.

There are very few people I would trust as deeply with the care of our clients, and I am honoured to again call her both a colleague and a member of our team!

If you've been thinking about reaching out for support, perhaps this is your sign. You don't have to carry everything on your own. 💛

Please join us in welcoming Alana to the McKinney Psychology Team!

07/01/2026

🍁 Happy Canada Day! 🍁

Please note that McKinney Psychology is closed today, Wednesday, July 1, as our team takes time to celebrate Canada Day with family, friends, and community.

We will reopen and resume our regular hours tomorrow, Thursday, July 2, from 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM.

Whether you're celebrating at Ponoka Stampede Finals, taking in a parade, enjoying a barbecue, spending time outdoors, or simply taking a well-deserved moment to rest, we hope your day is filled with connection, gratitude, and opportunities to care for your mental well-being.

From all of us at McKinney Psychology, Happy Canada Day! ❤️🤍

06/29/2026

Today our hearts are full. 💙

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by our pop-up Emotional Support Dirty Soda Shop during the Ponoka Stampede Parade!

Whether you purchased a dirty soda, entered our giveaway, shared a kind word, or simply stopped in to say hello, you helped make the day incredibly special.

We were especially touched by those who came specifically to support our mission of raising funds to expand access to children's mental health services in our community.

One of our favourite parts of the day was connecting with so many wonderful people. We loved the conversations, seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones, and sharing why children's mental health matters so deeply to us. We also had fun serving drinks!

Thank you for supporting local, supporting mental health, and supporting our vision of ensuring more children and families have access to the care they deserve. 💙

06/24/2026

🌵🥤 Meet the Staff Picks at our Emotional Support Dirty Soda Shoppe! 🥤🌵

Our team has spoken, and these are the drinks they keep coming back to. Whether you're a rodeo queen, a root beer lover, or just looking for a little dopamine boost while watching the parade, we've got something for you!

✨ Featured Staff Favorites:
🤠 Lasso Lemonade
👑 Rodeo Queen
🐍 Sneaky Snake
🐎 Super Puncher
🍇 Giddy Up Grape

📅 Join us on Ponoka Stampede Parade Day – June 26
📍 McKinney Psychology
💙 All proceeds support children's mental health initiatives in our community.

Bring your friends, cool off with a dirty soda, and help us make a difference one sip at a time.

🎉 Don't forget! Our giveaway is still open:
✔️ Follow our page
✔️ Like this post
✔️ Share to your story and tag us

OR

🥤 Purchase a dirty soda on parade day to receive an additional entry!

Which staff pick are you trying first? Tell us below! 👇

06/23/2026

🤠🐎 Stampede Week is here!

Just a heads-up that our clinic hours will look a little different during Ponoka Stampede week.

🥤 Parade Day Special – Friday, June 26
Stop by our Emotional Support Dirty Soda Shoppe! We'll be serving up refreshing dirty sodas with all proceeds supporting children's mental health initiatives in our community.

📍 Located inside McKinney Psychology
🎉 Parade route location
💳 Debit accepted
💙 Proceeds support children's mental health

Clinic Hours:
• Thursday, June 25: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Friday, June 26: Come for a Dirty Soda!
• Saturday, June 27: Closed
• Monday, June 29: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday, June 30: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, July 1: Closed

Whether you're a client, community member, or just looking for a cold drink during the parade, we'd love to see you. Come say hello, grab a dirty soda, and help support a great cause!

🤠🥤💙