Mental Health Support for Military Families in Petawawa

The PMFRC Mental Health Team offers confidential counselling for individuals, couples, families, children and teens from Military families. Our team of mental health practitioners can support your family with a variety of challenges, including:

depression
anxiety
personality conflicts
communication problems
general stress
deployment stress
marriage stress and conflict
family conflict
parenting
school-related stress
life change navigation
personal growth
emotional development
& other concerns

Appointments with the PMFRC Mental Health Team are offered in person at the PMFRC Family Wellness Centre at 12 Reichwald Crescent on the North Side or virtually over video chat (via Zoom) and by phone. Single sessions are available, and same-day appointments can be arranged.

If you need child care to attend mental health appointments, click here for details about North Side Child Care.

Military family: mom and her three daughters

Services are offered to families of active Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and families of medically releasing and medically released CAF members through the Veteran Family Program.

Youth Counselling services for youth ages 12-17 of Military families are offered in schools at

Bishop Smith Catholic High School
Valour School
Fellows High School
Mackenzie Community School

To access this service, contact MHSupport@PetawawaMFRC.com or connect with your school’s principal or guidance counsellor.

Our Veteran Family Program (VFP) Coordinator is here to support the transition of medically releasing Canadian Armed Forces members, medically released Veterans and their families into post-service life.

Learn more about the Veteran Family Program.

The PMFRC Mental Health Team has two Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) in Petawawa who support the families of ill and injured CAF members (Regular Force and Reservists) as well as the families of the fallen. Additionally, FLOs assist the families of medically released Veterans and their survivors. The FLO positions are filled by Registered Social Workers (RSW) or Registered Psychotherapists (RP), and they are embedded full-time at the Transition Centre. They provide a supportive, confidential environment where families can discuss their unique situations. FLOs work closely with each family to develop a personalized plan that may include support, advocacy, referrals, and psychotherapy.

For more information on FLO services, click here.

Who can use PMFRC Mental Health Services

Services are offered to families of active Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and families of medically releasing and medically released CAF members through the Veteran Family Program.
Support in Local Schools
Youth Counselling services for youth ages 12-17 of Military families are offered in schools at
- Bishop Smith Catholic High School
- Valour School
- Fellows High School
- Mackenzie Community School
To access this service, contact MHSupport@PetawawaMFRC.com or connect with your school’s principal or guidance counsellor.
Veteran Family Program

Our Veteran Family Program (VFP) Coordinator is here to support the transition of medically releasing Canadian Armed Forces members, medically released Veterans and their families into post-service life.

Learn more about the Veteran Family Program.
Family Liaison Officer

The PMFRC Mental Health Team has two Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) in Petawawa who support the families of ill and injured CAF members (Regular Force and Reservists) as well as the families of the fallen. Additionally, FLOs assist the families of medically released Veterans and their survivors. The FLO positions are filled by Registered Social Workers (RSW) or Registered Psychotherapists (RP), and they are embedded full-time at the Transition Centre. They provide a supportive, confidential environment where families can discuss their unique situations. FLOs work closely with each family to develop a personalized plan that may include support, advocacy, referrals, and psychotherapy.

For more information on FLO services, click here.
Workshops

The PMFRC Mental Health Team offers various workshops throughout the year.

Click here to see what’s coming up next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are counselling services available in English and French?
Can the PMFRC Mental Health Team provide an official medical diagnosis or prescription for medication?
Is there any cost for services?
How can I attend an appointment if I don’t have a car or don’t have child care? Can I bring my child to the appointment, or can they wait in the waiting room?
Virtual and phone appointments are available if you do not have transportation. During your intake, the Military Family Navigator – Mental Health can help you choose the type of session that best suits your needs.

Unfortunately, the PMFRC Family Wellness Centre at 12 Reichwald Crescent on the North Side has no designation for child care or has certified staff to look after your children while you are in your appointment. If you need child care to attend a mental health appointment, contact North Side Child Care.
Are dual-service Military couples eligible for couples counselling with the PMFRC?

Additional Mental Health Support and Resources for Military Families in Petawawa

PMFRC Mental Health Walk-In Clinic in Petawawa

The PMFRC offers a Mental Health Walk-In Clinic on the first and third Wednesday of every month.

Learn more about the Clinic

Family Liaison Officer (FLO) Support in Petawawa

The FLOs support the families of ill and injured CAF members (Regular Force and Reservists) as well as the families of the fallen.

Learn more about the FLOs

Upcoming Mental Health Workshops and Events

Find upcoming mental health related events and activities in Petawawa

View the Calendar