The Trident Foundation (Mediation and Telehealth)
About The Foundation

About The Foundation

 

This illustration depicts three triangles alongside a half sun descending behind the mountains.
TMCSF Established 1998. We offer services to you combining head (cognition), heart (empathy), and hand (practice)!

 

About The Foundation: When we are away from the office, we frequently engage in exploring and navigating the high country.
About the Foundations: We place great importance on the parks of North America. One notable example is Revelstoke National Park, which was established in 1914.

 

Learning Objectives

Upon completing the reading of this page, it is expected that you would gain an understanding of the following elements.

ABOUT THE  FOUNDATIONS:  VARYING HISTORIES

The Trident Mediation, Counselling, and Support Foundation (TMCSF) was founded in 1998 from Alberta. Additionally, TMCSF provides mediation and counselling and support, helping people navigate challenges like stress, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.

In 2017,  the national Trident Mediation, Counseling, Arts, and Supports Foundation (TMCASF)  was established from Canada integrating the creative arts into policy and practice. Furthermore, this adjunct reflects its commitment to often applying artistic expression as a therapeutic tool for healing and personal growth​.

ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS: OFFERINGS

Explore the diverse range of services we provide, including mediation, counselling, support services, and the integration of the arts into healing and development.

ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS: APPROACHES

Understand how we employ holistic, people-centered methods to meet the varying needs of individuals, families, and organisations.

ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS: OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL GROWTH

 

About The Foundation: From the mountains depicted here, we offer services such as telephone-based and in-person assistance.
Our services are available to you from the mountain office every day of the week. We kindly encourage you to read our blog.
ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS: SETTINGS

Get familiar with the environments where our services are offered, whether through in-person sessions,  or virtual consultations.

THE FOUNDATIONS: EXPLORING THE ART OF STAYING CALM

Gain insights into relaxation techniques and strategies we promote, such as mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises.

HOW TO CONTACT US

Learn the steps for engaging with us, from booking a complimentary pre-session to reaching out via email or our online form.

Topics Covered

  • Our background;
  • Our services;
  • Our methodologies;
  • Prospects for individual and group development;
  • Environments;
  • The skill of maintaining composure;
  • How to contact us.

About the Foundations: We are situated in high country where eagles soar.
The Foundations generally offer a combination of in-person and online services, including mediation, counselling, the arts, and support, adapting to current contexts.

About The Foundations: Varying Histories

TMCSF was established in 1998 from Alberta. By 2017, the national TMCASF was launched, expanding its services to offer customised support. Furthermore, since then, it has frequently integrated artistic elements into its mediation and counselling efforts, providing a unique blend of creative and tailored support services​

Alberta and British Columbia have multiple connections, such as immigration and trade (Anderson, 2019). Additionally, these provinces have the Canadian Rocky Mountains in common.

About The Foundations: Offerings

Our service philosophy reflects fundamental freedoms and is informed by Human Rights.  

We aim to walk part of the journey with you and are delighted when you flourish. For example, we can assist you through: Counselling and Travel,  and Relationships Counselling.

Additionally, we are dedicated to consistently conducting research and development to  offer the most current and efficient services to you. Our passion lies in helping you in overcoming challenges, managing conflicts, and achieving personal growth. Moreover, we are often equipped to handle “problems in living” ranging from simple to complex issues.

About the Foundations: Approaches

We take a holistic approach to care. We understand that each individual,  family, and organisation comes with their own set of circumstances. Additionally, that’s why our services integrate elements of mediation, counselling, arts, and support to meet a wide range of personal, family, and community of interest needs.

Co-Design Your Healing Journey

We co-design with you distinct strategies to alleviate and avert sorrow or anguish. You are supported to deepen your comprehension of possible personal, and shared life challenges. Furthermore, we embrace a comprehensive approach to offer extensive assistance, considering biological, environmental, psychological, legal, and sociological elements. Generally, our expertise enables us to cater to the diverse facets of peoples’ ways of life.

Opportunities for Personal and Collective Growth
  1. Mediation and counselling: Our services cater to conflict management, relationship counselling, family support, and more. Whether you’re dealing with personal, family, or workplace conflicts, we are here to help you navigate the challenges.
  2. Arts and support services: We integrate artistic expression into our support services, allowing participants to tap into creativity for healing and self-development.
  3. Support in adult education and training: Our capacity-building initiatives provide participants with the skills they need to thrive, whether it’s through assessments, training programs, or supervision.

 

About The Foundation: We find joy amidst the mountain peaks where eagles take flight.
Reach for the sky and co-design your present, and a future.

1. Mediation and Counselling

Mediation is a valuable tool for conflict management. When your realities clash, you can negotiate effectively by, for example, enlisting an impartial third party to facilitate communication. Furthermore, the main objective of this process is to help you find mutually agreeable solutions, making it particularly useful in addressing disputes.

You are likely to find that counselling can be a facilitative tool to optimise emotional support and guidance. Moreover, counsellors often create a supportive environment where you may explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. A wide range of problems, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and trauma, can be successfully addressed through counselling. You could gain insights and develop coping mechanisms to overcome challenges and make informed decisions. 

 

About The Foundation: As the scene unfolds, there is an enchanting roadway and the charming Sinclair region becomes visible. When the chance arises, we journey to loved and fresh locations.
Explore a stunning highland where magnificent eagles elegantly spread their wings and soar through the sky.

 

2. The Arts and Support Services

You may choose options that are ideally based on your particular requirements. Your issues can call for  a diverse range of resources and interventions. We customise these components to assist you in your unique situation. Art has the ability to soothe and alert us to present and upcoming environmental issues (Catlin, 2021).

Volcanic eruptions and other disasters may lead to emotional distress and the need for evacuations. The consequences of these occurrences can  result in concealed emotional wounds encompassing a variety of sentiments such as powerlessness, unease, and irritation (Clissold, et al. 2021). Outreach support services that include cultural, environmental, and spiritual approaches provide a range of resources to enhance the ability to cope with adversity.

Our offerings incorporate outreach management, educational programs, capacity development, and guided imagery sessions. One of our primary goals is to support you in optimising necessary abilities and resources to effectively manage difficult situations. In turn,  enhancing your overall well-being and quality of life.

As you commence your search for customised services, it is essential to stay open to exploring fresh, unique, and collective viewpoints regarding your healing goals. Additionally, you can maximise the benefits of our services and set off on a transformative journey towards attaining personal and social fulfillment.

 

About the Foundation: We find great joy in exploring alpine waterways. This image captures a scenic alpine river.
Banff, the first national park in Canada, was created in 1885 and has been open to the public ever since. Interacting with these breathtaking landscapes can improve your ability to relax and your sense of self as you recall memories of time spent in open spaces.

 

3. Support Services in Adult  Education and Training

Our support services encompass adult online education and training, which include capacity assessments and supervision.

Read more: Support in Adult Education and Training. Additionally, we offer wedding and premarital counselling, as well as mediation services.  Also see additional support services, including Weddings, Commitments, and Premarital Counselling.

 

About The Foundation: We often take moments to appreciate the beauty of the scene and observe the colour of the alpine flowers. For example, this image showcases a wildflower native to the coastal region of British Columbia.
Spring’s arrival in coastal areas marks a time of renewal and growth, with beautiful flora thriving.

 

About the Foundations: Settings

You can access online, telephone-based, or in-person meetings and choose options that are ideally based on your particular requirements and issues. Our overall health is intertwined in a vast cosmic network. It is essential to prioritise accessible means for healing people and the planet.

 

About The Foundation: We take great pleasure in appreciating rural landscapes, such as cattle peacefully resting in green pastures.
The Foundations’ outreach support services cover areas such as Sicamous, British Columbia and its surroundings, which showcase a wide variety of agricultural products, positioning it as a thriving breadbasket with numerous options.

 

The Foundations: Exploring The Art of Staying Calm

Have you mastered the art of staying calm when faced with challenges?

  • Learning to Relax

You can incorporate activities that encourage relaxation, creativity, or artistic expression. These activities may be advantageous when preparing for and confronting new life challenges. Here are some suggested activities for you to consider:

  • Mindfulness and Meditation

You may dedicate a specific time each day to practicing mindfulness and meditation techniques. This can aid in reducing stress, enhancing self-awareness, and promoting relaxation. You may benefit from focusing on your breath, observing your thoughts, and cultivating a sense of calmness.

  • Tai Chi or Pilates

You might participate in physical activities to improve flexibility, balance, and overall health. Start by taking walks in your neighbourhood and gradually progress to more challenging hikes or climbs. When you participate in these exercises, you have the potential to integrate movement with controlled breathing, promoting a sense of calm and mindfulness.

 

About The Foundation: We discover an extraordinary world that spans from the depths of the ocean to the heights of the sky. In this image, people assess the environment surrounding Vancouver Island, located on the Northwestern Pacific Coast.
Furthermore, the Foundations offer assistance on Vancouver Island. The ocean in this area can be calm, unforgiving, and challenging for individuals, such as those working in dangerous environments to sustain worldwide supply networks.

 

  • Journaling

Use a journal to express your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. You may, through a journal have opportunities to self-reflect, problem-solve, and gain clarity on your aspirational goals.

  • Artistic Expression

You can benefit from engaging creative activities such as painting, drawing, writing, or playing a musical instrument. These activities provide an avenue for self-expression and emotional release, allowing you to tap into your creativity and explore new perspectives.

 

The allure of natural beauty, exemplified by the harmonious blend of mountains and forests depicted here, resonates deeply within our spirits.
Engaging in outdoor activities can infuse your life with vitality, rejuvenating your spirit.

 

  • Nature Walks or Outdoor Activities

You can set aside time.  Even five minutes is a beginning to spend time in nature. Here you could experience its potential calming effects on the mind and body. Take walks in natural surroundings, go hiking, or rowing. You may also engage in other outdoor activities that allow you to connect with the beauty of the natural world.

 

When one takes a moment to pause, observe, listen, and study, the wonders of nature unfold, captivating our senses. This alpine stream with trees and moss motivated us to stop for quiet contemplation.
The Foundations place great importance on parks. They provide opportunities for rejuvenation at different locations, such as The Inspiration Woods Trail located at Mount Revelstoke in British Columbia. This destination serves as a true source of genuine inspiration.

 

  • Reading and Learning

You could add reading to your routine, whether it be fiction, non-fiction, or self-help books. Your reading may include intervals at first of five minutes at a time. You can expand your knowledge, stimulate your imagination, and provide a sense of relaxation and even escapism. Remember, the key is to find activities that resonate with you personally and bring you joy. You have the chance to unwind, nurture your imagination, and equip yourself to tackle fresh obstacles. Bring back life energy, and a rejuvenated perspective by adding these activities to your routine.

 

Mountain landscapes may require you to navigate challenging terrain or ascend steep inclines; exercise caution to ensure your safety and enjoy future adventures. In the lower left corner of this image, there is a rugged ledge to negotiate.
Your unique spots may be just outside your own home. What sights and sounds can be observed from a window or any other opening in your residence?

 

  • Travel

Enhancing your social connections could be achieved by altering your surroundings and embarking on a short excursion, whether it be a half-day trip, full-day outing, or weekend getaway (Durko & Patrick, 2016). The advantages of travel therapy have been recognised for many years. For instance, in (2001), Williams acknowledged the benefits of traveling for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Travel and Creativity

The impact of meaningful travel on promoting well-being, such as creativity, excitement for new destinations, gaining knowledge, self-confidence, and building social connections, is significant (Kim & Chen, 2018). Similarly, Durko and Patrick (2016) proposed that vacation time may enhance satisfaction in relationships. They suggested, “From a practical perspective, the findings indicated that travel providers could utilize this information to promote travel as a way to strengthen relationships.” What people find memorable and valuable is often influenced by their unique characteristics and coping strategies.

Travel Options

Kim, Seo & Choi (2021) suggested that some people may extend their travels to make up for previous government restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel can serve as a way for people to assert their independence and protest against physical limitations that restricted their trips.

 

Various alpine regions exhibit distinct characteristics and present a diverse selection, as illustrated in this image.
Restrictions may manifest in various forms, including regulatory, physical, emotional, and spiritual. Nevertheless, it is essential to climb every metaphoric mountain until you reach your dream and put your aspirations into practice.

 

In summary, The Trident Mediation, Counselling and Support Foundation (TMCSF) was founded from Alberta in 1998. In 2017, the national Trident Mediation, Counseling, Arts, and Supports Foundation (TMCASF) was born, combining mediation, counselling, artistic elements, and support services.

Since then, we’ve expanded to include people from other locations. We are eager to receive your perspective on life, with any small or more substantive adjustments you may have made to relax. Moreover, we are well-equipped to create beneficial support options with you in mediation, counselling, the arts, and support. You can generally access a diverse our array of services.

 

Whether it is spring, summer, fall, or winter the mountains call you and you are drawn to an old magic with enchanting flowers; as illustrated here.
We provide both synchronous (real-time) and asynchronous (delayed) communication options.

 

References

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Anderson, D. (2019, May 17). 2 provinces with deepest ties are Alberta and B.C., according to report. Canadian Broadcasting News. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-bc-trade-ties-relationship-1.5140490

Catlin, R. (2021, June 14). The Sad Truths Behind These Unsettling Works of Art. At The Smithsonian. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/unsettling-experience-viewing-natural-disasters-works-art-180977949/

Clissold, R., McNamara, K.E., Westoby, R. Raynes, & Obed, V.L. (2021). “We were all heartbroken”: Emotional wellbeing and healing after the 2017/2018 Manaro Voui eruptions in Ambae, Vanuatu. Academia. https://www.academia.edu/78251832/_We_were_all_heartbroken_Emotional_wellbeing_and_healing_after_the_2017_2018_Manaro_Voui_eruptions_in_Ambae_Vanuatu

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Durko, A.M., & Patrick, J.F. (2016). Travel as Relationship Therapy: Examining the Effect of Vacation Satisfaction Applied to the Investment Model. Journal of Travel Research.

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2016-39663-006

Kim, H., & Chen, J.S. (2018). The Memorable Travel Experience and is Reminiscence Functions. Journal of Travel Research. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0047287518772366

Kim, E.E.K., Seo, K, & Choi, Y. (2021). Compensatory Travel Post COVID-19. Journal of Travel Research. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/00472875211048930

Williams, G. (2001, March 31). Travel: Travel therapy; When it all gets too much, take a holiday to revive, restore and return to your glorious best. The Mirror. The Free Library. https://www.thefreelibrary.com/Travel:+Travel+therapy;+When+it+all+gets+too+much,+take+a+holiday+to…-a072559287

 

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