Discover the  Healing Power of nature with Dreamcatcher™ Therapy
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Proudly serving Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Ardrossan & Surrounding Alberta Communities

Dreamcatcher™ Nature Assisted Therapy is a psychology practice located just 30 minutes east of Edmonton, on a beautiful 40-acre ranch in Ardrossan, Alberta. Our tranquil, natural setting boasts a holistic approach to mental health, combining traditional counselling with animal assisted therapy, equine facilitated counselling, and nature-based programs. We help children, youth, and adults discover healing, balance, and joy that contributes to their personal growth.

Why Choose Animal Assisted Therapy?

Traditional talk therapy doesn't work for everyone. On our ranch, therapy sessions take place outdoors, alongside horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, and chickens— giving clients immediate, honest feedback that supports emotional regulation, trust-building, and self-awareness. Our team specializes in trauma, neurodevelopmental challenges, and complex mental health needs, for clients who haven’t found success with conventional approaches. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to help people find healing, balance, joy, hope and confidence 
through the immediate feedback that animals and nature provide.
​We are here to guide, teach, counsel and inspire.

The Canadian Standards for Development of a Management System for Animal Assisted Human Services

Our Lead Therapist and Founder, Eileen Bona, has worked with the Animal Assisted Services Technical Committee of Canada to develop The National Standards in Animal-Assisted Human Services. 


What's New:
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Check out Julia Smith's Fearless Practice Podcast featuring our CEO & Founder, Eileen Bona!
Eileen Bona: Using Animal Assisted Therapy in Counselling ​
In this episode, Eileen and Julia discuss how Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) is utilized in Counselling. Introducing you to AAT, the certification process, and the ethical and legal implications to consider prior to starting your own practice. They also explore the differences between Human Services Assistance Animals (HSAAs) in various therapeutic or medical settings and how to evaluate and screen your HSAAs. Eileen goes over her stance on writing letters for Emotional Support Animals and the legal implications that may incur as a result (click the link above to read about this in our blog!). 

To learn how you can become certified in Animal Assisted Human Services, visit our AAS Certification page!

We Have Been Nominated for the Canadian Choice Award!

This nomination means so much to us, and now we need YOUR help to make it count. If our work has touched your life — or someone you love — we'd be so grateful for your vote. It only takes a minute, and every single vote helps us keep bringing nature-assisted healing to our community and will advance us to the next round!

We're Hiring!

Registered Psychologist | Registered Clinical Social Worker

​Contract Job
Dreamcatcher™ Nature Assisted Therapy is a psychology private practice located on a ranch in Ardrossan, Alberta. Dreamcatcher™’s population includes children and youth with neurodevelopmental challenges, multiple mental health diagnoses, trauma, addictions, emotional and behavioural concerns as well as people with a variety of disabilities. Dreamcatcher™ also provides services to adults with a range of life issues and people with complex needs.

Dreamcatcher™ therapists work in a natural setting with animals while conducting counselling and therapy sessions. Dreamcatcher™ is recruiting for a Registered Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Provisional Psychologist, or Master Level Registered Social Worker who is cross trained in Animal and Nature Assisted Therapy (AAT) and Equine Facilitated Counselling (EFC) methods. Experience in other mediums such as Talk, Art, Play, EMDR and Sand Tray therapies is an asset. The candidate will work on contract with the private practice starting with part-time hours with the intention of moving into a full-time contract position. A candidate willing to work evening hours is preferred and work hours can be flexible. Candidates must possess a minimum of a Master’s degree and be registered with their respective regulatory body. Only those applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted for interviews. Dreamcatcher™ thanks all applicants.
Please apply to:
Eileen Bona
53044 RR #213, Ardrossan, AB, T8G 2C4
Ph: 780-809-1047 |​ Fax: (780) 809-1046
Deadline: Open
Statement Qualifications:
  • Registered Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Provisional Psychologist, Registered Social Worker, with a minimum of a Master’s Degree.
  • Must be in good standing with your respective regulatory body within Alberta. 
  • Approved provider for FNIHB, or on the list to get approved (we can help you apply for this).
  • Minimum of 2 years experience working with children and youth with complex needs consisting of multiple mental health diagnoses, cognitive disabilities, emotional/behavioral issues, addictions and/or trauma backgrounds. 
  • Must have horse experience, or be willing to train.
  • Must have a minimum of basic training in AAT and EFC or be willing to train.
  • Must have a compassionate understanding and appreciation for animals of all species as well as for nature.
  • Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions if necessary, all seasons of the year.
  • Must be flexible in joining a growing team and be open to balancing a variety of tasks.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Assets
  • Being of Indigenous Descent is a strong asset.
  • Being fully registered as a Clinical Social Worker or Registered Psychologist is preferred.
  • Preference will be given to those applicants with horse experience and AAT/EFC experience.
  • Experience in other mediums such as Talk, Art, Music, Play, EMDR, and Sand Tray Therapies.
  • Being skilled in Assessments is preferred.
  • Available to work evenings. 

Upcoming Workshops & Professional Trainings:



What We Offer:

Animal Assisted Therapy
Nature Assisted Therapy
Other Psychological Services
Academy
Cost-Share Counselling
Skill Building Camps & Field Trips
Corporate Team Building
Tourism Experiences & Events
Volunteer Program
Dreamcatcher​™ is a proud member of the Expert Psychologists Interagency Clinical Network (EPIC)
Click here to visit the EPIC Network Website!​
“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. 
​It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.” 
-​Shannon L. Alder

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Get Started at Dreamcatcher™

Whether you're looking for one-on-one counselling, a certification program through our Academy, or a farm experience for your family or team, we invite you to reach out. Contact us to learn more, or explore our Psychological Services and Tourism offerings.