Guiding Light Counselling

04/24/2026

The most important part of therapy is the relationship.

Feeling understood, safe and comfortable is what actually allows deeper work to happen.

At Guiding Light Counselling, our independent clinicians offer different areas of focus and approaches.

If one of us sounds like the right fit, please reach out today.

✨️In-person and virtual sessions
✨️Physician and self-referrals
✨️Accepting new clients
✨️Book online or email us

03/11/2026

🌟Welcome, Holly Rose, to the Guiding Light Counselling Community 🌟

We’re excited to have Holly practicing independently alongside us at Guiding Light Counselling!

Holly Rose is a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) and independent practitioner dedicated to helping young people navigate life’s challenges. Drawing on a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Holly combines an empathetic approach with a solution-focused mindset.

She holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology, a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology, and Bachelor's degrees in both Primary/Elementary and Special Education, all from Memorial University of Newfoundland. With nearly two decades of prior experience as a primary and elementary teacher alongside her current practice as a high school counsellor, Holly brings a highly unique and grounded perspective to her work with children and youth.

Driven by a growth mindset, Holly builds meaningful connections and creates a safe space to meet clients exactly where they are. She collaborates with her clients to set realistic goals, specializing in supporting children, teens, and young adults transitioning to post-secondary life and beyond.

Areas of Focus:
🌟Anxiety & Avoidance
🌟Behaviour Management
🌟Depression
🌟Self-Esteem
🌟Performance Anxiety (supporting athletes, musicians, and performers)
🌟Emotional Regulation

Holly spends her spare time with her boys, often at the curling rink. She also enjoys reading, hiking, and watching Blue Jays baseball.

Ready to start your process? Please reach out to hollyroseccc@gmail.com to begin. 15-minute consultations are free to help you get started.

08/26/2025

Welcome, Candace Hopkins, to the Guiding Light Counselling Community! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that Candace Hopkins, a dedicated Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers, is now offering counselling services at Guiding Light Counselling in Portugal Cove, NL!

As an independent practitioner working from our shared space at Cove Clinic, Candace brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to therapy, drawing on evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT).

Candace holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of British Columbia. With years of experience in mental health and addictions, she creates a safe, judgment-free space for clients to navigate life’s challenges. Her areas of focus include:

🌟 Anxiety
🌟 Depression
🌟 Sexual wellness & dysfunction
🌟 Perinatal mental health
🌟 Grief & loss
🌟 Trauma
🌟 Life transitions

Outside the office, Candace is a busy mom to her son, dog, and cat. You might find her whipping up new recipes in the kitchen, spending time with friends, or cheering on her favorite football team with her partner.

Ready to start your journey? Schedule a session directly with Candace by emailing candacehopkinsmsw@gmail.com. She’s also offering free 15-minute consultations to help you get started!

We’re excited to have Candace practicing independently alongside us at Guiding Light Counselling, enriching our community with her expertise!

04/02/2025

This is why it is so important to have a multidisciplinary team when recovering from concussion 🧠

Concussion Isn’t Just About Headaches! 🧠⚡

When people think of concussions, they often associate them with headaches—but the impact goes far beyond that. Concussions can also affect memory, concentration, balance, sleep, mood, and overall daily function.

At NL Balance & Dizziness Physiotherapy Clinic, our physiotherapists are part of a multidisciplinary approach to concussion care, helping individuals manage symptoms such as:

✔️ Brain fog & difficulty concentrating
✔️ Sensitivity to light & noise
✔️ Balance & coordination issues
✔️ Emotional changes (anxiety, irritability)
✔️ Sleep disturbances & fatigue

Every concussion experience is different, and recovery requires a personalized approach. If you’re experiencing persistent symptoms, speaking with a healthcare professional about rehabilitation options can be an important step toward recovery.

Learn more about our evidence-based approach to concussion care. 💙

08/15/2022

Sending out a huge Congratulations to Robin as she has finished her 8-month practicum with Guiding Light Counselling! It was an honor to be your supervisor and I have no doubt that you will help so many people as you move into private practice yourself! 🥳

01/11/2022

Happy New Year, Everyone!

I am so excited to once again have a student completing her practicum at Guiding Light Counselling. Robin will be offering free counselling sessions online and in person from now until August 2022. See below for her information and if you are seeing this post please share it as you never know who it may reach

03/27/2021

Are you and your partner having difficulties in your relationship? Are you looking to find ways to get on the same page? Counselling can help.

Kayla is a Master of Social Work student, completing her placement at Guiding Light Counselling. If you and your partner are interested in couples counselling services at no cost, you can contact Kayla at kayla.counselling@gmail.com to find out more details and book an initial session.

01/26/2021

I am so excited to share that in February 2021 a student who is completing her Master of Social Work degree through Memorial University of Newfoundland will be offering free mental health counselling right here at Guiding Light Counselling!

Kayla is a Registered Social Worker and will be providing services to those who may otherwise be unable to attend counselling due to financial barriers or may be on a long waiting list. Kayla will be surpervised by a registered social worker, as well as receiving mentoring from myself.

If you know someone who would benefit from counselling services at no cost to them, please contact me at sabrina@guidinglightcounselling.ca

Thank you!
Sabrina

10/06/2020

Through counselling, I am constantly reminded of how humour and pain exist alongside each other. This meme depicts a light-hearted and humorous way of talking about thoughts that can actually be quite distressing and may be disruptive to how you want to live your life. Counselling can help you turn down the volume on your radio and even change the channel.

07/06/2020

I am so excited to once again be offering in-person sessions!

Online counselling does not work for everyone, perhaps home is not a safe place, privacy may be hard to find, and there are many other reasons why physically coming to my office works better for some. Although my office may not be as cozy since I have removed all fabric seating, pillows, blankets, etc., I can promise you that does not impact my ability to be here for you.

On the other hand, transitioning to online and phone counselling was easier than I imagined. Therefore, if you wish to begin counselling but are uncomfortable with in-person meetings or you live far away from my office, I will continue to offer online counselling.

Finally, I want to thank my current clients for being flexible as we navigate a constantly changing world. It has been a privilege to continue your counselling journeys in ways that I could have never imagined.

If you would like to book a session please email me at sabrina@guidinglightcounselling.ca or call 1-709-800-6230.