Counselling

Foundations Counselling offers specialized counselling services tailored for individuals and couples, addressing concerns such as trauma, relationships, life stages, anxiety, depression, and grief. Grounded in person-centred dynamics, our approach integrates various therapeutic models to meet your specific needs. We prioritize fostering a supportive environment and provide faith-based dialogue ... Read More

Foundations Counselling offers specialized counselling services tailored for individuals and couples, addressing concerns such as trauma, relationships, life stages, anxiety, depression, and grief. Grounded in person-centred dynamics, our approach integrates various therapeutic models to meet your specific needs. We prioritize fostering a supportive environment and provide faith-based dialogue if desired, empowering you throughout your healing and self-discovery journey. Whether navigating life transitions or seeking assistance with mental health concerns, Foundations Counselling is here to provide expert guidance and support.

Melissa Sawatsky is a Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate with the Canadian Professional Counselling Association. Melissa holds a diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling Specializing in Professional Counselling. Melissa brings experience working in Churches and organizations where she has not only cared and supported individuals in a variety of circumstances but lead and built teams that supported healthy relational dynamics. Melissa has been working with a trauma informed mentor group with empathy and care as she counsels those who have experienced trauma.

Melissa’s approach to counselling is person-centered and she works to hear what clients are saying and collaborates with them on goals they want to achieve through their time in therapy. Melissa also draws on psychodynamic styles in helping people to address and understand their family of origin to see patterns and behaviours that can be holding people back. Melissa’s style is hopeful and accepting of people’s experiences.

Areas of focus are in: Relationships and Marriage, Women’s seasons and stages of life from youth-adulthood-midlife-retirement, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Anxiety, Depression and Grief.

Melissa Sawatsky is a Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate with the Canadian Professional... Read More

Tim Sawatsky is a compassionate and dedicated counselling professional with experience guiding individuals and families through life’s challenges. As a Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate (RPC-C) with a Diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling Specializing in Professional Counselling, Tim is committed to delivering comprehensive counselling services tailored for adults and couples. His expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of concerns, including relationship difficulties, various life stages, grief, anxiety, and depression.

Grounded in a strengths-based and person-centred perspective, Tim’s therapeutic approach is dynamic and personalized. He draws from diverse theoretical models, such as cognitive-behavioural, interpersonal, and solution-focused therapies, customizing his counselling sessions to address the unique needs of each individual. Drawing from his background in pastoral care, Tim is able to integrate discussions on faith and spiritual beliefs, based on the client’s inclination.

Tim Sawatsky is a compassionate and dedicated counselling professional with experience guiding in... Read More

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