Free 30-minute Consultation

A free 30-minute consultation allows for you to meet with a potential counsellor ahead of time to see if they would be a good fit


Low Cost Counselling Program

The low-cost counselling program offers counselling at a reduced rate. This program includes individual counselling for ages 10 and up in individual, couples/relationship, and family settings depending on the needs of the client. Each Intern counsellor works under direct supervision of Tricia Wilson, MA, CCC, LCT. Each counsellor has completed all of their educational requirements of a Maste... Read More

The low-cost counselling program offers counselling at a reduced rate. This program includes individual counselling for ages 10 and up in individual, couples/relationship, and family settings depending on the needs of the client. Each Intern counsellor works under direct supervision of Tricia Wilson, MA, CCC, LCT.

Each counsellor has completed all of their educational requirements of a Masters-level program and is working toward completing their required hours to become licensed in the province of New Brunswick.


Graduate Supervision

This is only for graduate students working under supervision.


Individual Counselling

Our Licensed Counselling Therapists (LCT/LCT-C) work to create a safe enough space to help you navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, big decisions, and even personal growth. They work to create a session that is unique and best for each client's specific needs. This is intended for clients aged 18 and up. For clients aged under 18, please select Youth Co... Read More

Our Licensed Counselling Therapists (LCT/LCT-C) work to create a safe enough space to help you navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, big decisions, and even personal growth. They work to create a session that is unique and best for each client's specific needs. This is intended for clients aged 18 and up. For clients aged under 18, please select Youth Counselling


Youth Counselling

Individual sessions for youth aged 17 or younger with a Licensed Counselling Therapist (LCT/LCT-C). Similar to Individual Counselling, these sessions are using techniques more focused on youth and children. Each therapists works to ensure a safe enough space for your child/youth to share and process the difficulties they can encounter in their everyday life such as school issues, relationship i... Read More

Individual sessions for youth aged 17 or younger with a Licensed Counselling Therapist (LCT/LCT-C). Similar to Individual Counselling, these sessions are using techniques more focused on youth and children. Each therapists works to ensure a safe enough space for your child/youth to share and process the difficulties they can encounter in their everyday life such as school issues, relationship issues, separation and divorce, grief and loss, anxiety, or depression.


Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a unique approach to psychotherapy. ART is unique because the ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the t... Read More

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a unique approach to psychotherapy. ART is unique because the ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the triggers will be gone. Nightmares and repeated intrusive thoughts will stop.

Some of the growing body of research that shows ART can do this may be found by clicking the following link: https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/evidence-based/

*from https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/evidence-based/


Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

"EMDR is a structured therapy that encourages the patient to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), which is associated with a reduction in the vividness and emotion associated with the trauma memories. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy ... Read More

"EMDR is a structured therapy that encourages the patient to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), which is associated with a reduction in the vividness and emotion associated with the trauma memories. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms. Ongoing research supports positive clinical outcomes, showing EMDR therapy as a helpful treatment for disorders such as anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, and other distressing life experiences (Maxfield, 2019)."

*from: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/


Clinical Hypnosis

A Clinical Hypnosis Session "offers a pathway to expedite and intensify the healing power of your clinical treatment. Can you imagine if your healthcare provider actually understood the power of her or his communication in the service of your care, and skillfully utilized it with finesse and efficacy? Hypnosis can be used successfully in a variety of settings, such as the hospital, dental cha... Read More

A Clinical Hypnosis Session "offers a pathway to expedite and intensify the healing power of your clinical treatment. Can you imagine if your healthcare provider actually understood the power of her or his communication in the service of your care, and skillfully utilized it with finesse and efficacy? Hypnosis can be used successfully in a variety of settings, such as the hospital, dental chair, therapy session, etc."
* from https://asch.net/hypnosis-and-you/

Your clinician will create a safe enough environment for you to ask questions and explore hypnosis as an effective treatment modality for PTSD, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, chronic pain, and other concerns

Mike is our newest member starting in January 2025!. He is currently completing the last phase of his Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University. Let’s read what Mike has to say:

My counselling approach is primarily psychodynamic and transgenerational, focused on understanding you, your story, and what makes you who you are. By exploring the people, places, and experiences that shape your life, I hope to help you write the next chapter of your story with faith and purpose. When issues require a quick resolution, I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you regain balance and confidence.

I look forward to meeting you, hearing your story, and walking alongside you on your journey.

Session fee is $40 per visit

Mike is our newest member starting in January 2025!. He is currently completing the last phase of... Read More

Throughout my own therapeutic journey, I’ve come to understand how nerve-wracking the counselling process can be. However, through my strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, my goal is to guide you on a path towards self discovery as I gain insight about your strengths and help you tap into them. Clients are encouraged to take an active part in their healing by offering feedback, creating a collaborative relationship. Throughout my own therapeutic journey, I’ve come to understand how nerve-wracking the counselling process can be. However, through my strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, my goal is to guide you on a path towards self discovery as I gain insight about your strengths and help you tap into them. Clients are encouraged to take an active part in their healing by offering feedback, creating a collaborative relationship.

I tailor each treatment plan based on my client’s individual needs, making my approach eclectic and organized. I have experience working with those who have struggled with general mental health concerns, including (but not limited to), depression, anxiety, dissociation, grief ,chronic pain and trauma . My practice is also neurodivergent friendly.

I completed a course through Pain Foundations BC to help support people struggling with chronic pain.

Throughout my own therapeutic journey, I’ve come to understand how nerve-wracking the counselling... Read More

My name is Julia Besner, and I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. My background is in nutrition counselling, and as a Registered Dietitian have helped individuals of all ages and their family’s navigate nutrition from starting solids for babies to eating at the end of life, and everything in between for the past 20 years. I have a passion for helping individuals overcome disordered eating, and eating disorders, and have been an advocate for better eating disorder care in our community. Life continues to teach me many lessons as I navigate womanhood, parenthood, acculturation as an immigrant, life with a chronic illness and our ever-changing world. My counselling approach is humanistic. I believe in your innate worth and focus on what matters most to you. I don’t see you as broken or deficient but as a human being with life experience and strengths. I hope to create a space of care and compassion, so that you may find a way to do that for yourself too. I draw from person-centred, psychodynamic, experiential and existential theories, and practice through a trauma informed and social justice lens. I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey of growth, healing and well-being.

My name is Julia Besner, and I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psycholog... Read More

I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My approach is rooted in acceptance-based practices, emphasizing compassion, empathy, and understanding. I am passionate about working with diverse populations, including the LGBT community, neurodivergent individuals, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. My approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs and circumstances, prioritizing collaboration and autonomy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful catalyst for growth and change, and I am committed to supporting clients in cultivating a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences, empowering them to live more authentic and fulfilling lives.

I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and ex... Read More

Meet Tricia Wilson MA, CCC, LCT-C

Owner, Clinical Traumatologist

With my BA obtained at UNB Saint John, and my MA from Yorkville University in Fredericton, I have decided to settle into private practice in this beautiful renaissance city I call home. I have a passion for walking with people to help heal the impact of trauma and grief. I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor, with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association as well as a Licensed Counselling Therapist - Candidate with the College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick. I have received specialized training in trauma through EMDR International Association (EMDRia), The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD), and Internal Family Systems Counselling Association (IFSCA).As a clinical traumatologist, my main focus is trauma, and trauma related concerns. I follow a trip-phasic model of trauma treatment: building safety and stabilization, remembrance and mourning (processing) of trauma events and memories, and reconnection with the self and others. Although my main focus is in complex trauma, PTSD, CTSD, and dissociative disorders, the tri-phasic model can be effectively applied to many other concernsAs part of my trauma-focused approach, I offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy as highly effective and safe approaches to PTSD, cPTSD, trauma, dissociative disorders, and a wide variety of other concerns. These science-based approaches can be used separately or combined as a way to understand the past, live in the present, and plan for a healthier future.

Meet Tricia Wilson MA, CCC, LCT-C Owner, Clinical Traumatologist With my BA obtained at UNB Sain... Read More

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