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Marion BallaM.Ed., M.S.W., R.S.W.
President, Adlerian Counselling and Consulting Group

Marion Balla has gained recognition across Canada and internationally for her expertise, her dynamic speaking style, and her skills as a facilitator, workshop leader and trainer. Marion has built her credentials over a 35-year career in counselling and consulting.

With a Master in Education (Counselling) and a Master in Social Work (Direct Intervention), she specializes in family, individual and couples therapy. As a consultant, presenter and trainer with clients in government, public health and social institutions, business and various professions, Marion is an expert in a broad range of workplace and organizational performance issues, including team building, communication skills, conflict resolution and principles of progressive leadership. She has delivered keynote addresses and workshops on leadership, creative collaboration, work-life balance, parenting and many other subjects at national and international conferences.

Marion was recipient of the 1996 Businesswoman’s Achievement Award, co-sponsored by the Woman’s Business Network Association of Ottawa and The Ottawa Citizen. She was honoured with the Parent Education Award in 1997, in recognition of her important contribution towards increasing the awareness of education for parents and enriching family life. She is also a recipient of the 2005 Bessie Touzel Social Work Award from the Ontario Association of Social Work, in recognition of her contribution to the profession of Social Work.

Marion has a strong commitment to building a healthy community and has volunteered as a Board member of the YM-YWCA, the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, DIVA, Social Planning Council and the United Way.

Articles

Birth Order — Eldest? Middle? Youngest? Only?

Building Leadership for Tomorrow

Building Strong Couple Relationships

Change — Challenges and Choices

Development — Understanding Your Child’s Life Journey

Feedback — Direct and Indirect

Parenting — Exploring Your Suitcase

Positive Imagery = Positive Action

Preparing to Parent Your Teen

Risk Taking Is A Necessary Life Skill

Summer Fun, Summer Friction

Understanding Our Information Age Learners



Psychotherapy / Counselling: Individual Counselling, Couple / Marriage Counselling,
Family / Parent Counselling, Children / Teens Counselling | Consulting: Training, Keynote
Addresses, Executive / Leadership Coaching, Customized Workshops and Conferences

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