Healing Journey NL Counselling Services

Our Therapy

Individual Counselling

Depression, grief, fear, and anxiety are some of the difficult emotions that we all experience at some point in our lives. Individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances or challending life transitions. I can help you connect with and process these emotions, then guide you through the process of healing and growth on the other side of life's challenges. Counselling can help you find meaning, motivation, and a new perspective leading to greater personal satisfaction.

Eye Movement Desentiziation and Reporoceesing (EMDR)

EMDR is a therapeutic method used to work through distrubing memories or patterns of behaviour that are affecting your ability to live a happy and fulfilling life. View the short video on the home page to learn more about this evidence based therapy.

Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy uses is a deep state of relaxation during which suggestions are made to create beneficial changes in ideas or behaviour. During hypnoherapy the mind is very receptive to new ideas and open to suggestions which encourage more sensible, balanced or helpful attitudes to reality.

Telehealth Options

In -person sessions are available however, for those outside the metro area or for those who are more comfrtable staying in their own home, online and telephone options may be a better fit. Telehealth sessions are conducted using a secure conferencing application. All you need is a phone, tablet/computer with video capabilities. Please set up a consultation to determine the best fit for you.

Insurance Coverage

Counselling is covered by most insurance providers under the "Clinical Cousellor" category. However, it is the client's responsibility to check with their policy holder to ensure that they have covreage for either a CCPA Certified Counsellor, or a Naturopath registered with the Acaedmey of Naturopaths and Naturotherpists of Canada. .

* Some insurance providers require a referral from a physician before covering counselling services. If this is the case with your provider then please ensure that you have acquired the necessary documentation before your first full session.

* Direct billing is availble for select insurance providers, but in most cases clients will be required to pay for their sessions, then submit a receipt for reimbursement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at healingjourneynl@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

I can't find a time that works for me.

There are often appointment slots available that do not show up automatically in the system, such as cancellations. Please reach out to us at healingjourneynl@gmail.com or by completing the contact us form.

I do not have insurance coverage. Do you have a sliding scale fee structure?

Yes, we do have a sliding scale fee structure for individuals who do not have insurance coverage or whose insurance coverage has been maxed out.

Contact us healingjourneynl@gmail.com to discuss your situation. There are a spaces available for people whose access to counselling is hampered by their financial situation and if during counselling your financial situation changes, then the fee structure can be renegotiated.

How do I know the counsellor is qualified?

In provinces like Newfoundland where counselling is not yet a regulated profession, counsellors have their credentials certified by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. The Canadian Certified Counsellor certification is a national service that identifies to the public those counsellors who CCPA recognizes as qualified to provide counselling services in Canada. Obtaining the status of Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) includes recognition of standards of professional preparation, continuing education, and a formal code of ethics. As a non-statutory self-regulating body, CCPA provides advice and discipline for members on matters of professional conduct. For more information visit https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/about-us/

EMDRIA is the governing body for EMDR therapists. For more information on EMDR qualifications visit https://www.emdria.org/

Is Heather qualified to treat clients using EMDR?

Heather has completed basic training in EMDR with Sue Genest. While not requirement, Heather engages in regular EMDR specific supervision with DeeDee Kay of HOPE Inc to hone her skiils. Not every clients is a good candidate for EMDR and as with any treatment plan many factors are considered when deciding the best way to manage and treat each cleint's case. Client's take an active role in treatment planning and they have the final say on the speed and direction of their care.