Newcastle Counselling Services

Newcastle Counselling Services Child, Teen, Adult Therapy in Newcastle, Ontario

Postpartum recovery isn’t only physical. It’s emotional too. 🤍While so much attention is given to physical healing after...
03/18/2026

Postpartum recovery isn’t only physical. It’s emotional too. 🤍

While so much attention is given to physical healing after birth, a mother’s mental health during the postpartum period is just as important. Adjusting to new routines, sleep changes, identity shifts, and the demands of caring for a newborn can feel overwhelming.

Some mothers may experience symptoms such as:
• persistent sadness or frequent crying
• feeling overwhelmed or anxious
• irritability or mood swings
• difficulty sleeping even when the baby is sleeping
• feeling disconnected from yourself or your baby
• loss of interest in things you once enjoyed

You don’t have to navigate it alone. Support, understanding, and space to talk can make a meaningful difference during this transition.

If you’re struggling, reaching out is a strong and important step.

Start your day with a little self-love and positivity ✨💛Mental health affirmations are powerful reminders that your thou...
03/11/2026

Start your day with a little self-love and positivity ✨💛
Mental health affirmations are powerful reminders that your thoughts shape your day. Repeating kind, encouraging statements to yourself can:

💭 Shift negative thinking into positive action
🌱 Boost your mood and resilience
💪 Strengthen self-confidence and self-worth
☀️ Turn around a tough day, one thought at a time

Even a few minutes of daily affirmations can make a big difference. Speak to yourself with kindness, you deserve it 💛💫

✨Reminder✨ your effort matters deeply, even when no one else sees the work you’re putting in.📱Book a 15 minute consultat...
03/09/2026

✨Reminder✨ your effort matters deeply, even when no one else sees the work you’re putting in.

📱Book a 15 minute consultation with us today at NewcastleCounsellingServies.ca

Virtual therapy brings support to you wherever you are 💻💙Here are some of the benefits of choosing online sessions:🌍 Bro...
03/04/2026

Virtual therapy brings support to you wherever you are 💻💙
Here are some of the benefits of choosing online sessions:

🌍 Broadens your choices when choosing a therapist
🛋️ Control over your space and comfort
🚗 Increases access if you can’t make it into an office
❄️ Easier to access care on these cold winter days
📅 Convenient and easy to fit into your busy schedule
🔒 More privacy, skip the waiting room

Virtual therapy isn’t for everyone and that’s completely okay. What matters most is finding the format that feels right for you.

If online care sounds like a good fit, we’d love for you to book an online appointment at NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

🌅Attention Early Birds!☕Laura Wood, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Intern, is now offering morning availability...
03/04/2026

🌅Attention Early Birds!☕

Laura Wood, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Intern, is now offering morning availability as early as 7:00 AM!

Have you been looking for the opportunity to prioritize your mental health before the workday begins? This could be the perfect time to book! Early sessions can help you start your day feeling grounded, focused, and supported as you prepare for the day ahead.

If you’re ready to start your morning with mindfulness, you can book online today via our website: NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

Navigating life with a teen can be challenging but small shifts can make a big difference! 💛Here are some tips to keep t...
03/02/2026

Navigating life with a teen can be challenging but small shifts can make a big difference! 💛
Here are some tips to keep the connection strong:

✋Allow them to set a boundary with you
🚫 Avoid passive-aggressive comments
🎓 Let them be the expert
👥 Avoid judging their friends
💆‍♀️ Take care of yourself too

Parenting a teen isn’t always easy, and that’s okay. We welcome you to reach out for support whether it’s for guidance in parenting or for your teen to have a safe space to talk 💙

📱Book a free 15 minute consultation at NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

✨Reminder ✨ Healing isn’t a race. Move at your own pace, acknowledge your feelings, and celebrate the small steps forwar...
02/25/2026

✨Reminder ✨ Healing isn’t a race. Move at your own pace, acknowledge your feelings, and celebrate the small steps forward. You’ve got this.

📆Book a free 15 minute consultation with us today at NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

Menopause isn’t just physical. Hormonal changes can impact:- Mood- Anxiety- Sleep- Memory- Self-esteem🌿If you’re feeling...
02/23/2026

Menopause isn’t just physical. Hormonal changes can impact:

- Mood
- Anxiety
- Sleep
- Memory
- Self-esteem

🌿If you’re feeling unlike yourself, you’re not broken and you’re not alone. Our experienced therapists can help you navigate these challenges and help you maintain emotional wellbeing.

🗓️Book today to learn more about managing the symptoms of menopause: https://www.newcastlecounsellingservices.ca/

🌿 Grief is a complex and individual process. While it’s often described in stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression...
02/16/2026

🌿 Grief is a complex and individual process. While it’s often described in stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, these experiences do not follow a fixed order and may overlap or repeat. There is no timeline for grief, and no “right” way to move through it.

You don’t have to navigate this process alone. Our therapists are here to provide support, guidance, and evidence-based care through every stage of grief, at a pace that feels right for you.

Services are offered both in person and online, so you can access support in a way that works best for you!

🗓️ Take the first step toward healing and book your appointment today at: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than “just feeling down in winter.”As the days get shorter, our mood, energy, ...
02/09/2026

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than “just feeling down in winter.”
As the days get shorter, our mood, energy, sleep, and motivation can take a real hit. 🤍
The good news? Small, consistent changes can make a meaningful difference.

✨ Ways to support your mental health during the darker months:

🤝 Community connection
Isolation can intensify low mood. Spending time with supportive people, even briefly, can remind your nervous system that you’re safe, seen, and not alone.

☀️ Daylight exposure
Natural light helps regulate mood and energy. Getting outside early in the day or sitting near a bright window can support serotonin production and improve focus.

⏰ Circadian rhythm alignment
Going to bed and waking up at consistent times helps your body know when to rest and when to be alert, which can stabilize mood and reduce fatigue.

😴 Quality sleep
Rest is foundational for emotional regulation. Prioritizing sleep hygiene (calm evenings, limited screens, soothing routines) supports resilience and mental clarity.

🥗 Nutrient-dense meals
Balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs help stabilize blood sugar and brain function, both key for mood support.

🚶 Daily movement
Gentle, regular movement boosts endorphins and reduces stress hormones. It doesn’t have to be intense, consistency matters more than intensity.

❄️ Cold showers
Brief cold exposure can increase alertness and stimulate mood-boosting neurotransmitters. Start slow and listen to your body.

🔥 Saunas
Heat exposure can promote relaxation, improve circulation, and support stress relief, many people report improved mood after regular sauna use.

If you’re struggling this season, you don’t have to push through it alone. 🌱
Support is available, and healing doesn’t have to be rushed. You’re always welcome to book an appointment with us to talk and explore what support might look like for you. 💛

We’re Currently Accepting New Clients!Starting therapy can feel like a big step and finding the right fit matters. Our c...
02/05/2026

We’re Currently Accepting New Clients!

Starting therapy can feel like a big step and finding the right fit matters. Our counselling office offers a supportive, compassionate space with therapists who bring different approaches, training, and areas of focus.

💬 Low-cost therapy options are available: We believe mental health care should be accessible, and some of our therapists offer reduced-fee sessions.

✨ Our Available Therapists:

→ Laura Wood

Stress, Burnout, Work-life Balance, Career Transitions, Self-Esteem, Divorce, Step-Family Dynamics, Menopausal Transition, Mindfulness, Sleep

→ Krishma Goraya

Mindfulness, Anxiety, Stress, Life Transitions, Interpersonal relationships, and Identity

→ Lucia Romero

Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Divorce Recovery, Self-Esteem, Stress & Burnout, Mindfulness

→ Ryan LeRoux

Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Men’s Issues, Infidelity, Self-Harm, Caregivers, Coping Skills

→ Anita Gemmill

Anxiety, Depression, Peer & Family Conflict, Emotional Regulation, Life Transitions, and Challenges Related to Disability

→ Kelsey Rozema

Stress, Anxiety, Life Transitions, and Self-Esteem

→ Jodie English

Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship Challenges, Caregiver Stress & Burnout, Family Conflict, Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Parents, Self-Esteem, Sudden Loss or Unexpected Crisis

→ Olivia Krysinski

ADHD/Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Stress & Burnout (Career & Academic), and Women’s Health Issues (PCOS)

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, or just feeling stuck, there’s support here for you.

📞 Book Your Free Consultation Today: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/

You’re welcome to reach out, ask questions, and see if it feels like a good fit, no pressure, just connection.

✨Ryan LeRoux, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)✨Now Accepting New Clients!Ryan is here to walk alongside you with ...
01/20/2026

✨Ryan LeRoux, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)✨

Now Accepting New Clients!

Ryan is here to walk alongside you with compassion and curiosity whether you’re experiencing anxiety, navigating a life transition, facing challenges in relationships, or feeling disconnected from your sense of identity. Ryan will help build a collaborative and non-judgmental space where your emotions, experiences, and inner world are explored at a pace that is comfortable for you.

Ryan’s therapeutic style is grounded in a psychodynamic approach, focusing on how our early experiences and attachments can influence patterns in adulthood. By gently exploring these connections, he can work with you toward healing, strengthening emotional awareness, and creating more meaningful relationships with others and with yourself. Ryan’s approach is flexible and tailored around your unique story by recognizing your strengths, exploring what has shaped you, and identifying what truly matters to you.

Book a free 15-minute consultation with Ryan today to get started!

Learn More and Book Here: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/23

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97 King Avenue East Unit 103
Newcastle, ON
L1B1H2

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+19054460687

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