About Us
As parents, we want the very best for our children...
…to lead happy, healthy, and productive lives. We want our children to live up to their potential, to grow up to be decent human beings, and to contribute back to society. And, although these goals are very admirable, it isn’t always easy. And unfortunately… parents aren’t issued an owner’s manual.
At Tutum Counselling, we recognize that children come into the world ready to learn and grow, but they often need guidance to navigate life’s challenges.
Unfortunately, there remains a significant stigma surrounding mental health, leaving many adults, including parents, without the necessary skills to cope and thrive.
This raises the question: How can we effectively teach our children when we haven’t fully developed these skills ourselves?
Our mission at Tutum Counselling is to break down barriers and foster healthy families by equipping children with essential skills and involving parents in this transformative journey.
Together, we can learn and grow, creating a supportive environment where everyone canflourish. Join us as we embark on this empowering journey of learning and discovery.
Our Mission
/Tūtum/ - Latin word for safe place, shelter, and security.
Tutum Counselling is dedicated to providing a positive atmosphere through creativity, collaboration and safety.
Our Vision
Our vision is to support families in raising a generation of children who feel inspired and empowered.
Katie Tompkins
Registered Social Worker & Therapeutic Play Practitioner | Founder & Owner
Katie brings a refreshing and engaging approach to counselling, seamlessly blending fun and vulnerability in her sessions.
With a focus on skill-building and directive techniques, she empowers clients to rewire their brains, gaining new perspectives and self-support strategies.
Katie, has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and she likes to share this for a few reasons:
(1) A lot of kids & teens she supports have ADHD.
(2) She’s been living with ADHD her whole life…so she’s confident that her experience could be helpful for some.
(3) She likes to show people that ADHD has nothing to do with success. There are lots of successful individuals with ADHD, we just need to learn how our brain works and go from there.
About Katie...
- I have a Blue Heeler/Border Collie
- I started a new hobby in aquascaping **google this**
- I love the outdoors, especially hiking!
- I play many sports and I’m learning to golf
- Born & Raised in New Brunswick
- I like to vibe to EDM music
Her Education
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B.A. Psychology
Mount Royal University,
Calgary, AB -
Master of Social Work,
University of Calgary,
Calgary, AB
Her Certifications
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Differential Diagnosis
- Motivational Interviewing
- Suicide Prevention
- Therapeutic Play