Caleb Anacker Clinical Social Worker

08/18/2026

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Today, our hearts are heavy at ANFCA as we grieve and honor the extraordinary life and timeless spirit of Kukom Linda Boudreau Semaganis, a cherished matriarch, leader, and guiding light for all of us.

Kukom Linda was a foundational pillar within the Friendship Centre Movement, serving with grace, strength, and unwavering dedication as the Alberta Senator for the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) and a deeply respected elder for the Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association (ANFCA). She carried an aura that felt truly timeless, offering a steady, gentle presence through every shift and season.

Her life’s work was rooted in deep love for her people and an fierce commitment to justice. She was a vital advocate in addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S+), ensuring that the voices of our women were heard, protected, and honored. Through her advocacy, wisdom, and practice of true relationship, she uplifted generations and helped shape the path forward for urban Indigenous communities across Alberta and Turtle Island.

For the ANFCA staff and all who worked alongside her, the space she leaves behind is profound and irreplaceable. Her laughter, humour, gentle guidance, and quiet power will be missed beyond measure in our hearts.

We extend our deepest condolences, prayers, and love to her family, loved ones, and community. May her spirit journey in peace and comfort, and may her legacy continue to guide us as we walk the trail she helped clear.

Kukom Linda. You will be forever loved, remembered, and missed

08/13/2026

What are you really trying to say?

Many people focus on the visible reaction:

“I got angry.”
“I shut down.”
“I pushed too hard.”
“I avoided the conversation.”
“I said yes when I meant no.”
“I felt guilty for needing support.”

But therapy often asks a different question:

What was the need underneath the reaction?

Anger may point to a boundary.
Withdrawal may point to overwhelm.
People-pleasing may point to fear of rejection.
Guilt may point to old expectations.
Pressure may point to a need for reassurance.
Criticism may point to feeling unseen or unimportant.

The goal is not to shame the reaction.
The goal is to understand it before it causes more damage.

Before asking “Why did I react that way?” try asking:

“What need was I struggling to express?”

Caleb Anacker, RCSW
Online therapy for clients 13+ in Alberta, Ontario, and Nova Scotia
Operating through Yaremko-Galas Counselling
EMDR • Trauma • ADHD • Anxiety • Depression

Book for counselling in AB, ON, or NS today:
https://anackercounselling.com
780-645-2330

General information only. This post is not therapy, diagnosis, or a substitute for individualized care.

07/30/2026

07/30/2026

✨ Now Offering Grief Therapy Group ✨

Grief can feel overwhelming, isolating, and unpredictable. That's why we're introducing a new bi-weekly grief therapy support group—a compassionate space where you can connect with others who understand, share your experiences, and find support as you navigate your journey.

💙 Our Grief Support Group begins Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

This bi-weekly group offers a compassionate, judgment-free environment where participants can:
• Share their experiences at their own pace
• Learn healthy ways to cope with grief
• Connect with others navigating similar journeys
• Find support, understanding, and hope

You are welcome exactly as you are. There is no "right" way to grieve, and you don't have to face it alone.

📍 Spaces are limited. Registration is required.
Visit www.tlccounselling.ca to learn more or contact our office at 780-815-0239 to register.

07/29/2026

Uncertainty often ramps up stress and drives people to overcontrol—overthinking, seeking reassurance, withdrawing, or preparing for every outcome—because the nervous system is trying to create safety. Therapy can help them build tolerance for uncertainty, regulate anxiety, and respond more flexibly; book online counselling with Caleb Anacker, RCSW (clients 13+ in AB, ON, NS): anackercounselling.com | 780-645-2330

07/24/2026

Many coping strategies start as protection.

Avoidance may protect from conflict.
People-pleasing may protect from rejection.
Anger may protect from feeling powerless.
Numbness may protect from overwhelm.
Control may protect from uncertainty.

These responses are not random. They usually make sense in context.

The problem is that protective patterns can become automatic, rigid, and costly.

Therapy helps people understand these patterns and build more choice.

Caleb Anacker, RCSW
Online therapy 13+ in AB, ON & NS
EMDR • Trauma • ADHD • Anxiety • Depression

https://anackercounselling.com
780-645-2330

07/24/2026

Navigating life’s stresses can be difficult and it’s okay to need help.

We have partnered with Alberta Blue Cross and Homewood Health to create the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Wellness Program. Through this program, Métis Citizens of all ages are able to access FREE short-term goal-oriented counselling that is personalized, confidential, and professional.

Counsellors can help in the following areas:

• Improving Personal Well-Being
• Managing Family and Relationships
• Addressing Workplace Challenges
• Taking Financial and Legal Control of Life

Contact 1-877-729-0261 to speak with a counsellor today. For online support, visit homeweb.ca.

For more information on the program, visit albertametis.com/wellness-program

07/17/2026

Yaremko-Galas Counselling

Operating from Yaremko-Galas Counselling Office. Clinical Social Worker. trauma in kids and families

07/17/2026

**Online Therapy Now Accepting Clients in Alberta, Ontario & Nova Scotia**

I am currently accepting new online therapy clients ages **13+** through **Yaremko-Galas Counselling**.

I provide virtual counselling and psychotherapy support for clients experiencing:

• Trauma and PTSD
• EMDR therapy needs
• ADHD-related challenges
• Anxiety and stress
• Depression and low mood
• Emotional dysregulation
• Life transitions and relationship stress

Online therapy is available to clients located in **Alberta, Ontario, and Nova Scotia**.

Direct billing is available for many insurance plans. **NIHB and Medavie** are accepted.

Book online: https://anackercounselling.com
Call: 780-645-2330

Caleb Anacker, RCSW
via Yaremko-Galas Counselling

This post is for general information only and does not replace individualized assessment, diagnosis, or treatment planning. Clinical fit, billing eligibility, and service availability are confirmed during intake.

Operating from Yaremko-Galas Counselling Office. Clinical Social Worker. trauma in kids and families

07/16/2026