When crisis strikes, every moment counts.

At Stick & Stone Counselling Services, we understand the devastating impact that trauma can have - not only immediately, but for years to come if left unaddressed. That's why we provide immediate, expert-led Crisis Response Services, ensuring support within 24 hours from our certified trauma response team.

⏱ Responding Within 24 Hours: Why It Matters

Research shows that early intervention after a traumatic event can significantly reduce the risk of developing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression.

• According to the National Institute of Mental Health, immediate psychological support can mitigate the neurological and emotional effects of trauma before they become chronic.
• A 2019 review published in The Lancet Psychiatry emphasized that trauma-focused care delivered within the first 72 hours reduces the likelihood of PTSD by interrupting the consolidation of traumatic memories.

By intervening early, we help individuals process their experience, regulate emotional overwhelm, and rebuild a sense of safety.

💬 The Power of Psychological Debriefing

Debriefing is not just conversation — it’s psychological triage.

Debriefing allows individuals and groups to:

• Process what happened in a safe, structured environment
• Normalize stress responses to prevent shame or confusion
• Release emotional tension before it embeds into long-term distress
• Receive validation, coping tools, and a pathway for follow-up care

Research from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies notes that structured debriefings, especially within the first few days post-incident, are most effective when provided by trained professionals rather than informal peer discussions.

Our certified team ensures that each debrief is trauma-informed, culturally safe, and suited to the unique dynamics of the individual or group affected.

🧠 Long-Term Care with Familiar Faces

Trauma recovery doesn’t stop after the crisis — and neither do we.

Stick & Stone Counselling provides continuity of care, offering the same dedicated team members for follow-up sessions and ongoing therapy. This approach delivers several proven benefits:

• Familiarity fosters trust, increasing client comfort and therapeutic depth
• Consistent care providers improve clinical outcomes and long-term emotional resilience
• Clients experience lower dropout rates and greater satisfaction
• Therapeutic relationships become a stable anchor amid ongoing life changes

We offer tailored therapy plans, including trauma-informed CBT, EMDR, and family counselling, helping clients heal holistically and sustainably.

👥 Who We Support

Our crisis response services are available to:

• Individuals and families affected by sudden loss, violence, or accidents
• Workplaces impacted by critical incidents, harassment, or employee trauma
• Schools and churches coping with tragedies or collective stress events
• Rural or underserved communities lacking immediate trauma support
• Organizations navigating post-crisis recovery and mental health stabilization

Services are available onsite or virtually, depending on your needs.

🌱 Why Crisis Support Saves Futures

Without early care, trauma can silently shape a person’s life through:

• PTSD
• Sleep disorders
• Chronic anxiety and depression
• Difficulty with relationships and work
• Substance use and self-harm

Immediate, compassionate, and consistent intervention breaks the cycle of trauma and gives individuals the tools they need to heal and thrive.

📞 Get Help Now

If you or your organization is facing a traumatic event or crisis, don’t wait.

📲 Call us now at 1-306-954-7727

📧 Email: admin@stickandstonecounselling.com

Our trauma-certified team is ready to respond — within 24 hours — with expert care, empathy, and the tools for lasting recovery.

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911