Our team of Counsellors are known as Emotional Health Practitioners and we specialize in Neural Network Therapy®.

We believe that every form of counselling should be backed by science. We provide a practical and holistic approach to boost mood, reduce anxiety, manage anger, break unwanted habits and develop strong, healthy relationships. Check out the science behind NNT®.

If you are curious, we suggest you schedule your first session and you’ll know pretty quickly if both the practitioner and the approach feel a fit.

Have questions?

  • Email: grow@canadianfamilyhealth.ca

  • Phone: (705) 740-8360

Adult Virtual Counselling

Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Anger Management, Grief Therapy, Stress Management and Trauma Therapy are some of the areas addressed in these online counselling sessions using practical tools that are backed by neuroscience.


Couples Virtual Counselling

Online relationship therapy includes building new skills in communication that resolve resentments, break unwanted patterns and rebuild trust.


Parenting Support

Our Emotional Health Practitioners will work with you to develop parenting strategies that are steeped in neuroscience. Our counsellors will help you restore a calm environment that fosters healthy communication and models strong skills in self-care.


Child and Adolescent Virtual Counselling

Our children are experiencing unprecedented challenges with stress management and these online counselling sessions build coping strategies for a healthy brain and body. We also provide specialization with children and teens who are neurodivergent, and anyone requiring support within the education system.


Family Virtual Counselling

We help you build the skills to navigate differences, wants, needs and expectations in our family counselling sessions from the comfort of your own home. Grow a healthy home environment that feels peaceful and productive using Assertiveness Training, Creative Problem-Solving and strategies for Conflict Resolution.


Health Coaching

Our board-certified coaches partner with people looking to enhance their well-being through self-directed lasting changes, and work to motivate healthy habits to align with established goals. Using a client-centered approach, they support you in activating your internal strengths and external resources to make sustainable lifestyle and behavioural shifts. You decide your goals, engage in self-d... Read More

Our board-certified coaches partner with people looking to enhance their well-being through self-directed lasting changes, and work to motivate healthy habits to align with established goals. Using a client-centered approach, they support you in activating your internal strengths and external resources to make sustainable lifestyle and behavioural shifts. You decide your goals, engage in self-discovery or active learning processes, and self-monitor behaviours to increase accountability.

A Neural Network Therapy® informed Health and Wellness Coach combines the swift impact of brain-training exercises with health care objectives, speeding up the recovery process with lasting results. It's a bold statement, but we've said it.


In Person Counselling New Glasgow, Nova Scotia


In Person Counselling Georgetown, Ontario


In Person Counselling Peterborough, Ontario - Returning Clients Only


Virtual Counselling - Returning Clients Only

Addiction | ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals

Adults

Rachel is a Registered Psychotherapist covered under most private insurance plans. She has her undergraduate degree in Psychology and continues to increase her skill-set in addiction and trauma recovery.

Rachel worked in both residential and outpatient addiction treatment and brings with her a wealth of knowledge about the addiction cycle.

Rachel spends her downtime on humanitarian efforts. She’s also a Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor.

Addiction | ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Stress Management | Tr... Read More

ADHD Strategies | Post Concussion Syndrome | Chronic Disease Management | Wellness and Lifestyle | Stress and Sleep Management

Adults

Individuals

Health Coaching areas of primary focus include but not limited to: Weight and Lifestyle Management, Chronic Disease and Pain Management, Perimenopause and Menopause Support, Post Concussion Management, and Sports Performance.

Jenna has been with the Practice since our early days at St. Joseph’s Hospital in 2001. She received her Diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management from George Brown College, a Degree in Psychology from York University along with a Diploma of Osteopathic Manual Practice, in addition to becoming a Certified Health Coach (National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching).

Jenna has a passion for education, chronic pain management and health recovery, and utilizes her knowledge of the human mind and body. Jenna blends the positive psychology and behavioural change of Health Coaching with the neuroscience of Neural Network Therapy® to help clients achieve personal excellence in well-being.

Jenna thrives upon the exploration of food and culture and has an other-worldly talent for Latin dance. Truly, other-worldly.

ADHD Strategies | Post Concussion Syndrome | Chronic Disease Management | Wellness and Lifestyle ... Read More

Children | Adolescents | Adults of All Abilities

Heaven is a graduate of the University of Waterloo’s Therapeutic Recreation Program in Health Sciences. She has worked primarily adapting programming for individuals with all abilities at the YMCA of Peterborough, Arts Abound and KidsAbility, in camps for children on the Autism Spectrum and our very own Grow HappyⓇ Chef Camp. She is additionally trained in Acquired Brain Injury.

Heaven has an adventurous spirit and a love of all things nature. When she’s not busy plotting tiny house designs, she’s teaching the world it’s ok to slow down. We’re listening Heaven.

Children | Adolescents | Adults of All Abilities Heaven is a graduate of the University of Water... Read More

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Anger Management | Couples Counselling | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Parenting Support | Relationship Therapy | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Adults

Individuals | Couples

Beth completed her undergraduate Degree in Physical Education in Health Promotion, Stress Management and Psychology from Laurentian University. She began her clinical practice in 2003 at the Complementary Care Centre in Peterborough’s St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Beth has worked in a variety of social work environments from facilitating children and adolescents in communication skill-building and suicide prevention, to geriatric nutrition and life-skills training. Beth remains committed to a holistic approach for emotional health care.

Beth loves to create and her talents include painting, drawing, sculpting, sewing and wood and stone carving. She’s a marvel and makes a small snack of spare time.

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Anxiety Treatment | Couples Counselling | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Parenting Support | Relationship Therapy | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals | Couples | Families

Adults

Lisa is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario and covered under most private insurance plans. She provides practical skills in conflict resolution, assertive communication and creative problem-solving.

Lisa is also passionate about helping people cope with life altering and chronic illness, and those who are grieving. She has worked in acute care hospitals since 2012.

In her down time, Lisa enjoys cooking and baking, especially Finnish treats like pulla and karjalanpiirakka. You will have to ask her what they are.

Anxiety Treatment | Couples Counselling | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Parenting ... Read More

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Treatment | Grief Counselling | Inner Child | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals | Families

Adults

Jill completed her Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Arts at St. Francis Xavier University. Jill is a certified Trauma Recovery Counsellor registered with CCPC Global and is currently studying to be a Grief Support Counsellor, in addition to her training and internship as an Emotional Health Practitioner.

Jill is a trauma-informed educator supporting those facing social, emotional, and other challenges in both educational and community settings. She applies a compassionate and holistic approach to client-centred care and brings with her a healthy sense of humour and a fun-loving nature.

Jill is a Level 2 Reiki Practitioner and a Registered Yoga Teacher. She is skilled in emotional regulation, mindfulness, and personal empowerment. Jill is experienced in assisting those living with chronic illness, burnout, and is a strong advocate for people struggling with mental health issues, and those in marginalized populations.

Jill has worked in a variety of environments, including acting as a supervised parent facilitator through the Department of Justice and as program director with Trauma Recovery for Exploited Youth in Nova Scotia to support survivors of commercial human trafficking.

In her spare time, Jill is happiest being in nature. She has an ever-growing library of books and can be found reading in every spare minute. Jill enjoys baking, cooking, and creating art. Jill is the proud mama to a sarcastic but lovely daughter and 2 feisty cats, Fern and Gully, and loves home time with them.

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Treatment | Grief Counselling | Inner Child | St... Read More

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Parenting Support | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals | Couples | Families

Adults

Kristi specializes in conflict resolution and communication in relationships. She is able to break down resentments, making room for healthy problem-solving with both couples and families.

Kristi has additional training and expertise in supporting parents through deep challenges in behaviour and has worked in learning resource, bringing her love of education to the field of emotional health care.

Kristi has additional training in Suicide Prevention, Professional Assault Response, and Foster Parent training.

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Parenting Support | Stress Managem... Read More

Anxiety Treatment | Family Counselling | Stress Management

Individual | Family

Adolescents | Adults

Laura’s expertise in crisis and conflict stems from nearly two decades as a critical care nurse. She was drawn to this approach because of the scientific connection between emotional health and physical well-being.

Laura is skilled in working with complex family systems and parenting support. She is a practically minded practitioner who believes life moves far too quickly to spend it in unhealthy patterns.

Laura loves travel, adventure, great food, good conversation, and people.

Anxiety Treatment | Family Counselling | Stress Management Individual | Family Adolescents | Ad... Read More

ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals

Adolescents | Adults

Jackie specializes in working with young adults and planning for the future. Her practice is founded upon inclusivity and the celebration of diversity.

Jackie has completed a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Sociology as well as her Masters in Social Work through Windsor University.

Jackie is experienced in helping people through body image concerns, and those who may be navigating gender identity and/or sexuality. She also has expertise in treating those impacted by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Jackie is passionate about health and well-being. She is a certified yoga teacher, yoga nidra teacher, Reiki master and holistic nutritionist. She loves using a holistic lens to help people on their wellness journey.

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ADHD Strategies | Anger Management | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Parenting Strategies | Stress Management

Individuals | Families

Children | Adolescents | Adults

Supporting parents in separation and divorce, as well as neurodivergence in the family system.

Additional specialities include mild to extreme learning disabilities and exceptionalities not limited to: Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, Auditory Processing Difficulties, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, The Gifted and Talented.

Carolyn has a Doctorate in Education - Exceptional Children from Northcentral University. She completed her Master’s Degree in Education (Special Education and Counselling) at Brock University, in St. Catherine’s, Ontario. Her Bachelor of Education Degree (K-12) was completed in Trois Rivieres, Quebec and her undergraduate degree In French and English at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Carolyn specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults of all abilities. She has worked in a variety of environments from facilitating children and adolescents with exceptionality in schooling, in communication, skill-building, relationship building and mental health-PTSD, suicide prevention, to parent support and life-skills training and support. She is trained as a Crisis Prevention Intervention Practitioner as well as certified in Mental Health Literacy advocate. Carolyn is committed to a holistic approach for emotional health care. She has worked for over 27 years as a K-12 teacher, a Department Head as well as a school administrator. Education and Social Emotional Learning go hand in hand.

Carolyn is a lover of animals, fitness and triplets. She is often found hiking, running, or chasing two Pomeranians, Stella Wella and Scooter Booter.

ADHD Strategies | Anger Management | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Parenting Strat... Read More

ADHD and Autism Strategies | Anxiety Counselling | Depression Counselling | LGBTQIA2S+ Support | Parenting Support | Separation and Divorce Counselling | Sexual Abuse Counselling | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals | Couples | Families

Children | Adolescents | Adults

Jodi hopes that by educating and supporting families early on, they can foster greater resilience and build strategies for success throughout life’s many stages and transitions. Jodi has additional training in Sexual Abuse Prevention through Little Warriors and Canadian Centre for Child Protection.

Jodi brings a deep commitment and sensitivity to the role; her real-world lived experience as a parent to a neurodiverse young adult which cultivates understanding and connection with her clients.

Jodi is a co-founder and board member of The Ironwood Project, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Using empathy, acceptance and compassion, she facilitates support groups for loved ones of childhood sexual abuse survivors.

As a trained secondary teacher, she combines her classroom experience with her individual practice working with at-risk youth, students with learning challenges, and Autistic individuals.

Jodi is a certified Reiki Level Two practitioner. Successfully managing a long term illness has provided Jodi with an informed perspective on the demands that come with this type of challenge. Jodi enjoys the beach, hiking, music, watching the Raptors, and spending time with family.

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ADHD Strategies | Anxiety Treatment | Couples Counselling | Depression Counselling | Relationship Therapy | Stress Management | Trauma Treatment

Individuals | Couples | Families

Adolescents | Adults

Kristy is specialized in stress management and mental health challenges. She is additionally trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Dialectal Behaviour Therapy in her 20+ year career as a mental health nurse.

Kristy is a certified reflexologist and diabetic nurse educator. She understands the impact of living with chronic illness and can provide ways in which to cope with the stressors of long-term disease.

Kristy has spent many years striving to live an emotionally and physically healthy lifestyle. She owns and operates Yellow Brick Pottery Studio and is kind of a big deal in her craft. Kristy practices martial arts and has her 2nd degree black belt in Goju Ryu Karate, in addition to a passion for paddleboarding, hiking and the great outdoors.

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Anger Management | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Stress Management

Individuals

Adolescents | Adults

Megan’s skills lie in the treatment of anxiety and depression through practical exercises that speed recovery. She is able to assess the areas in need and provides targeted support.

Megan has spent her 18+ year career working in mental health and primary care. She’s trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy; Mind over Mood and Living Mindfully.

Megan believes that addressing mental health plays a vital role in our physical well-being. Neural Network Therapy® complements her commitment to an education-based approach for success.

Megan is additionally trained in Motivational Interviewing I, II, III, is a Certified MOCA Assessor and is certified in Standard Mental Health First Aid.

In her off time, you will often find Megan cooking a new recipe or walking outside and enjoying a hike with her dog, Molly.

Anger Management | Anxiety Treatment | Depression Counselling | Grief Counselling | Stress Manage... Read More

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