RPPSPNIQ Gathering of psychologists / psychotherapists that work with First Nations and Inuits of Quebec
We are a group of psychologists and psychotherapists devoted to offering respectful and culturally adapted services to the First Nations and Inuit of Quebec. Our mission is to promote well-being while integrating cultural values and the specific needs of communities. Get involved to help build a better future together!
Our services
Members support
We offer webinars, talking circles, cultural sensitization retreats (some recognized by the Order of Psychologists of Quebec), group supervision and more!
Training and cultural awareness
We provide training opportunities and representation to raise awareness of the reality of the Indigenous communities our members are involved with, while also carrying the voice of our members to relevant decision-makers.
Creating community and breaking isolation
We promote spaces for exchange and for mutual cultural growth and understanding about the realities of aboriginal mental health care practice, while being true to its cultural and scientific dimensions.
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Together to promote and honor Indigenous voices!
Join a provincial network of engaged and welcoming professionals culturally aware of Indigenous realities!
Team - Management committee
Judith Morency, President
Dr. Morency has been involved for more than 30 years in clinical and community practice wth First Nations with whom she has developed a variety of treatment programs for trauma and sexual violence, combining contemporary and cultural approaches.
Louise Dessertine, Secretary
Louise Dessertine, psychologist, has more than 40 years of work experience with and in First Nations and Inuit communities across Québec.
Alex Smith-Peter, Vice-president
Clinical and community psychologist Alexander Smith-Peter has been interested in traditional healing since his doctoral studies in psychology. He has worked with First Peoples for the past five years.
Jeffrey Drugge, administrator
Jeffrey Drugge has 25 years of experience as a psychologist. He was the senior psychologist for Indigenous Services Canada, Quebec Region, from 2009 to 2022.
Magalie Robitaille, Treasurer
Magalie Robitaille is a psychologist working for Mino Obigiwasin Anicinape Child and Family Services.
Michèle St-Denis, administrator
Psychologist, researcher, clinical and yoga teacher. For more than twenty-five years, she was a researcher and professor in psychology at the college and university level, and now follows her commitment with the RPPSPNIQ.
Beatriz Dias Miranda, administrator
Béatriz is a systemic clinical psychologist who has been involved with the RPPSPNIQ as a member for the last two years.
Noamen Bouchrika, administrator
Noamen Bouchrika is both a clinical and social, organizational, and employment psychologist since 2010.
Become a member!
Why join?
-Obtain access to unique and exclusive trainings
-Access to collaborations with other professionals
-Access to knowledge bearers and experts in the domain
-Group supervision, talking circles and more!
Admission criteria
-Licensed psychologist / psychotherapist with the OPQ
How to join?
Send us an e-mail with the following form with your contact info and permit number. Then forward the annual membership fees of 75$ at rppspniq@gmail.com
It's that simple!