RPPSPNIQ – Network of Psychologists and Psychotherapists Working with First Nations and Inuit in Quebec
The organization brings together psychologists and psychotherapists who work with First Nations and Inuit people in Quebec. It offers a space to share knowledge and experiences, learn from one another, and support one another in practice, while creating opportunities to engage with Elders and Indigenous Knowledge Keepers in ways that respect cultural realities and values.
Our services
Members support
We offer webinars, talking circles, cultural sensitization retreats, some of which are recognized as continuing education by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec, as well as clinical discussion sessions and more!
Training and cultural awareness
We provide training opportunities and representation to raise awareness of the realities of the Indigenous communities our members work with, as well as opportunities for connection that foster exchange, dialogue, and recognition of Indigenous knowledge and approaches.
Professional Network
We foster connections among professionals to share experiences, reflect together on the challenges of practice, and support one another in their work with First Nations and Inuit people.
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Together to support and honor Indigenous voices!
Join a provincial network of engaged and welcoming professionals culturally aware of Indigenous realities!
Team - Management committee for the RPPSPNIQ
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.
Magalie Robitaille,
Vice-president
Magalie Robitaille is a psychologist working for Mino Obigiwasin Anicinape Child and Family Services.
Marie-Josée Beauchemin
Treasurer
A neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist since 1994, Marie-Josée Beauchemin began her assessment work with Indigenous children in the Val-d'Or community, and later in the Lower and Middle North Shore region. She also provides clinical psychology services to adults in various communities.
Louise Dessertine
Secretary
Louise Dessertine, psychologist, psychotherapist and supervisor with over years of work experience with and in First Nations and Inuit communities across Québec.
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.
Michèle Saint-Denis
Vice Secretary
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.
Robert Levy-Powell
Administrator
Robert was worked alongside Inuit in Nunavik for the past 20 yrs, He has done so in multiple capacities as a researcher, policy analyst and as a clinician. Robert has done so as an employee of McGill University, Inuulitsivik Health Centre and the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq. His areas of interest are Health Inequalities, Community based practice and social justice He resides in Puvirnituq with his family
Become a member!
Why join?
-Access exclusive training and unique learning experiences
-Opportunities to connect and collaborate with other professionals.
-Access to Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and experts in the field
-And more!
Admission criteria
Be a psychologist or psychotherapist with a permit issued by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ).
How to join?
Enter your contact information and OPQ permit number below, then send a $100 Interac e-Transfer to rppspniq@gmail.com.
It's that simple!