Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in St John's, NL

Life tends to be full of ups and downs, with no shortage of uncertainties and challenges. At times, we may find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, overworked, burnt out, depressed, lacking in sleep, lacking in meaning, struggling in relationships, or stuck and unsure how to proceed. We may also realize that we're repeating unhelpful cycles, behaviours, or thought patterns that we developed in response to past experiences and that it's time to make some changes. It's during these times that we can benefit from additional support, perspective, and strategies.

Hello, I am glad you are here! Reaching out for help can be scary, so as a therapist, my main priority is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space so we can collaboratively work on the issues you are experiencing. In sessions, we will explore your thought patterns, emotions, and maladaptive behaviours and learn tools and techniques that will help you live a more meaningful, stable life. Through our work together, we will discover your strengths and learn how to implement them to solve problems in your everyday life.

Welcome! I have a deep passion for supporting my clients from a place of compassion, empathy, trust, knowledge, and safety. I offer a UNIQUE treatment option, as you are supported in sessions and between our sessions. In sessions, you will be greeted with a safe place to share, explore, and work towards your goals. Following sessions, I offer the option to receive an overview of the session, learned skills, and helpful resources. In between sessions, you have the option to send journal reflections as a way to stay up to date.

Have you ever driven home from work and ended up in the drive way with no idea how you got there? Thinking the same thoughts over and over and not been able to get to sleep? Reacted by saying things you wish you hadn’t? Yep, we’ve all been there. Through learning evidence-based mindfulness exercises, my clients learn how to re-wire their brains, change their inner dialogue, and create more space in their lives. Mindfulness training can be therapeutic, however it differs from therapy; we learn how to let go of our usual thinking, story-telling, and analyzing modes by exploring what is actually here right now.

If you need support, a safe place, and have the desire to challenge the parts of your life that are not working for you, I would love to hear from you. I help people understand and change what is stopping them from living the life they want. This can include mental health issues, challenging life transitions, trauma, and unhealthy relationships with themselves and others. I specialize in Post-Concussion Syndrome and chronic pain, I help clients gain understanding and confidence so they can navigate the physical, emotional, relational, sleep, and cognitive impacts of PCS and pain.

Life tends to be full of ups and downs, with no shortage of uncertainties and challenges. At times, we may find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, overworked, burnt out, depressed, lacking in sleep, lacking in meaning, struggling in relationships, or stuck and unsure how to proceed. We may also realize that we're repeating unhelpful cycles, behaviours, or thought patterns that we developed in response to past experiences and that it’s time to make some changes. It's during these times that we can benefit from additional support, perspective, and strategies.

I’m an ADHD Coach with over 10 years of previous experience as an Occupational Therapist. I specialize in working with adults, children, and families with ADHD. As someone living with ADHD myself, I can appreciate the challenges that can be experienced throughout the various life stages. I have a highly specialized skillset and have worked in various areas of mental health, education, and pediatrics, including as a school-based Occupational Therapist.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

Are you overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by life’s challenges? Do you feel stuck in painful emotions, unhelpful patterns, or self-criticism? If so, I’m here to help. With over five years of experience as a social work therapist, I’m passionate about the power of therapy and dedicated to guiding you toward a brighter, more fulfilling life. Your journey is unique, and you deserve a therapist who respects that. I’m committed to creating a safe space where you feel deeply heard, valued, and understood—every step of the way.

I typically work with clients who are struggling with various aspects of everyday life and would like some support as they work through a difficult time, transition, or issue that has emerged for them. My clients are often seeking ways forward to move through these challenging moments as well as new skills for life ahead so they can thrive once again, and feel fully engaged with life and its positive behaviours and emotions. Much of my time is spent carrying out assessments with clients who are wondering about characteristics they see in themselves, or that their parents wonder about (e.g., autism).

I am wholeheartedly dedicated to guiding your journey toward growth and healing in your relationship. I am passionate about supporting couples as they navigate challenges to develop practical relational skills, open communication, and cultivate a deeper emotional connection. Together, we will create a plan to foster intimacy and shared understanding in your relationship.

You have a big inner world right now that no one in your life has the capacity to fully understand much less than help you through. What you sense and pick-up from your outer world may also cause stress and overwhelm. You may not even know what it really is, or where it stems from beyond surface stuff. It’s a dilemma. One that is often internalized with confusion and doubt until one day the discomfort moves to a new level. Maybe that day is today... you’re getting ready, building courage to ask for help. Navigating the journey forward requires space, recognization, understanding and skill… and I'm here as your Seasoned Guide. - M.

The changes we go through in life can leave us questioning our ability to cope, who we are, what we want, and how we can move forward. Navigating transition is easier said than done, but with the right support, it's possible.

Trauma occurs many ways – abuse, accidents, divorce, death and it can suck the life right out of you. Maybe you’ve had sleepless nights and restless mornings and it does not feel worth it to get out of bed. Maybe you've thought of harming yourself or possibly had suicidal thoughts. Trauma can affect all parts of your life; your relationships, your ability to work, your ability to feel safe and happy. Sometimes you feel like all is well and that you have dealt with it. You feel fine and 6 months later it feels like it just happened, It is possible to get your life back. Reach out, I can help.

Feeling the feelings is hard. Building self-esteem and confidence can feel impossible. Not sleeping, anxiety, stress, and eating too little or too much are all issues that challenge us. Learning how to shift perspective and process traumatic life events. All these things show up, and we each feel them differently. Wanting to be your best self is a good life goal! Everyone is welcome. No judgement.

Tracy is passionate about her work in mental health and addictions. Tracy strives to build solid relationships with clients so they can see their strengths and reach their full potential. Tracy has over 15 years’ experience working front lines in Mental health and Addictions, specializing and with great passion in the field of Addictions counselling. Tracy has proven effectiveness in building rapport quite rapidly, helping clients achieve their life goals. Currently, she has a new found passion for DBT treatment and working with clients to identify solutions to build resilience and ultimately to create a life worth living.

My approach to therapy is respectful and compassionate. I work alongside my clients to support them in gaining new insights and to heal the ways their bodies have held onto past experiences so that they can show up in their lives in ways that are authentic and unique to them. I support people in processing many kinds of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, panic, PTSD, childhood trauma, birth trauma and other experiences. I integrate trauma therapies like Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, inner child, parts work and other person-centred approaches to support you in healing and working toward your goals.

Have you or your loved one been diagnosed with a critical illness? Are you wanting to plan your end-of-life needs? Are you having difficulty living through death and understanding your grief? I have worked with people who experience loss on all levels: loss of functioning and identity due to disability or aging, dementia or Alzheimer’s impacts, changes in health needs, loss of relationships, loss of jobs, loss of what you find meaningful?

I am an ADHD Coach with over 10 years of previous experience as an Occupational Therapist. As someone with ADHD myself, I can appreciate the challenges of living with ADHD. My focus is working with adults with ADHD. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, I utilize effective strategies to help you overcome difficulties experienced at home, school, and/or the workplace.