What We Offer
Our Sexual Assault Services program is a place where you can get practical and emotional one-on-one support. We help provide information on reporting options, can act as your third party reporter and can be hospital support for medical care and evidence collection. We also provide free counselling and emotional support services where you can talk about what you’re going through and get support at your own pace.
- Outreach available by drop-in or appointment to help you take the first steps.
- At least 12 free one-hour conselling sessions are available.
- We can talk in person, online, or over the phone
- We help people living in Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford and the South Country
Benefits of Sexual Assault Support Services
- You are in control, and choose which services to access and when.
- Gain power and knowledge by better understanding your reporting options.
- Open to all ages and genders.
- Give full support for both emotional and practical needs.
Resources
If you have been sexually assaulted and are unsure what to do next, a resource guide is available for you. Click the button below to open the Resource Guide PDF File.
How To Access Outreach Services
We offer in-person, phone, and online services in Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford, and The South Country. To make appointments or for more info, please contact us using the form below or call the Women’s Centre at 250-423-4687
How To Access Counselling Services
It takes courage to ask for help. So, we try our best to get you a counselling appointment quickly.
Our Process Is Simple:
Intake Form
Fill out a short form telling us about yourself, and letting us know you’d like support. This gets sent to our Outreach Coordinator, who will contact you within 5 days to set up an appointment for your Screening Call.
Brief Screening Call
We’ll have a friendly conversation with you to understand your next steps. We’ll talk about your safety and how we can help you best. Our Outreach Coordinator will add you to our waitlist, share helpful resources and give you an idea of how long your wait time may be.
Our Outreach Coordinator will try to contact you within 5 days of getting your Intake form. Please try your best to get back to her within 30 days. If now is not the right time for you to start your counselling journey, that’s okay! For your privacy, after 30 days, your intake form will be destroyed. You can re-apply any time, and you can always reach out if you have any questions.
Staying Connected
While you wait for counselling, you can choose to have regular once a month check-ins with our Outreach Coordinator. You can also reach out any time with any updates or questions you may have.
Counselling Sessions Begin!
When a counsellor has space for new clients, they’ll contact you to schedule an Intake Session. This will be the first session in your counselling journey!
Program Team
Mirey Faema
I am passionate about building connections with and providing support to individuals who have experienced complex trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges, and gender transitions. Outside of work you will often find me talking to or about my 3 rescue cats, camping or snowboarding.
Layne Leskosek
I love that I am able to give back to the community that I live in. I enjoy skateboarding and hanging out with my dog Charlie.