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Lauryn is a counselling intern who believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful growth and lasting change. She strives to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they explore their experiences.

Lauryn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of New Brunswick and is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

In addition to her graduate training, Lauryn has professional experience supporting individuals navigating the criminal justice system, where she provides emotional support, advocacy, and connections to community resources during challenging life circumstances. Through this work, she has developed a particular interest in supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.

Lauryn recognizes that every client's journey is unique and values an integrative, client-centred approach that acknowledges each person's individual strengths, experiences, and goals. She works collaboratively with clients to foster resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and support meaningful personal growth.

Lauryn is based in our Saint John office and her internship ends in April 2027.

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Nicole is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward self-discovery, personal growth, and overall well-being. She believes that every person has unique strengths, experiences, and potential and strives to create a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. Her counselling approach is client-centred, recognizing that each person is an expert in their own life. She draws from a variety of evidence-informed techniques and tailors her approach to meet each person's unique needs, goals, and circumstances. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of her work and she values collaboration, empathy, authenticity, and compassion throughout the counselling process.

Nicole has a strong passion for working with children and youth and has spent nearly four years working within the school system, supporting students in their academic, emotional, and social development. Her experience as an Early Childhood Educator has provided her with a strong foundation in child development and the importance of safe, nurturing environments. These experiences have allowed her to build meaningful relationships with children, families, and educators while gaining insight into the diverse challenges young people face. She is committed to helping children and adolescents build resilience, confidence, healthy coping skills, and a stronger understanding of themselves. Nicole also works as a support worker, assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate life challenges.

Nicole’s goal as a counsellor is to help people see themselves beyond their struggles or past experiences and instead recognize their strengths, resilience, and inherent worth. She believes that self-awareness and self-acceptance are powerful foundations for healing and growth. Whether working with children, adolescents, or adults, Nicole is dedicated to walking alongside each person as they gain insight, develop confidence, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and authentic. She is committed to providing a supportive, collaborative, and compassionate space where everyone can feel empowered to embrace their strengths and create positive change.

Nicole is based in our Saint John office and her internship ends in April 2027.

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Syrus Daver is finishing his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. He has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education. Syrus works as a Behaviour Support Teacher in the public school system, helping students with behavioural, emotional, and learning challenges. He works closely with students, families, and teams to build supportive environments that encourage resilience, emotional regulation, and personal growth.

Syrus brings a calm and collaborative approach to counselling. He believes meaningful change starts with a strong relationship based on trust, respect, and authenticity. He aims to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they share their experiences.

Syrus uses client-centred and solution-focused approaches, working with clients to understand their experiences, build on their strengths, and find practical ways forward. His background in education gives him insight into anxiety, emotional regulation, identity development, and the challenges people face during times of change.

Syrus approaches counselling with curiosity, openness, and respect for each person’s unique story. He works to create a space where clients feel supported as they understand their experiences and move toward changes that matter to them.

Syrus is based in our Saint John office and his internship ends in December 2026.

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Keillan is a counselling intern who is committed to fostering an environment where clients feel genuinely welcomed, understood, and at ease. She strives to create a space that encourages openness and curiosity, allowing individuals to explore their experiences without fear of judgment.

Currently completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MCAP) at Yorkville University, Keillan also holds a bachelor's degree in arts, majoring in Psychology from the University of New Brunswick.

Keillan has spent the past four years learning and growing in different roles in the education system, ranging from elementary to high school age levels. Her training has supported the development of a thoughtful and flexible approach to counselling, with growing interests in areas such as stress management, emotional well-being, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

Keillan values a client-centred and collaborative process, recognizing that each person brings their own strengths, insights, and goals into therapy. She aims to support clients in building self-awareness, strengthening coping skills, and navigating challenges in ways that feel meaningful and manageable.

Keillan is based in our Fredericton office and her internship ends in April 2027.

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Breanna is a compassionate and dedicated counselling student committed to supporting individuals in building resilience, clarity, and self-understanding. She takes a warm, strengths-based, and collaborative approach to her work, striving to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Breanna is particularly passionate about working with young adults, students, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as individuals navigating anxiety, burnout, and significant life transitions.

Breanna holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of New Brunswick Saint John, where she double majored in Psychology and Biology. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University and will finish her practicum in December 2026. Her academic background in both the biological and psychological sciences inform her holistic understanding of mental health and well-being.

Breanna values meeting clients where they are and recognizes that each person’s experiences and goals are unique. Rather than adhering rigidly to a single theoretical orientation, she integrates evidence-based perspectives and tailors her approach to best support each individual’s needs. She is especially interested in helping clients strengthen self-confidence, manage stress and anxiety, and navigate evolving academic, personal, and relational challenges.

Outside of her professional work, Breanna enjoys traveling, playing rugby, and reading.

Breanna is based in our Saint John office and will finish her internship in December 2026.

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Holly is a counselling intern who values creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. She believes a strong therapeutic relationship is an important foundation for meaningful change.

Holly holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of New Brunswick and is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Through her training, she has developed an interest in supporting individuals navigating trauma, stress and burnout, and relational dynamics.

Holly is particularly interested in helping clients better understand their experiences and find healthy ways to cope with life’s challenges. She works collaboratively with clients to explore what they’re going through and support them in making meaningful changes in their lives.

Holly is based in our Saint John office and her internship ends in December 2026.

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Noha is an RP (Qualifying) under CRPO (The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario), an LCT-C under CCTNB, and a CCC Canada-wide.

She is a bilingual therapist, fluent in both English and Arabic, with over 15 years of multicultural experience working and volunteering with diverse populations from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. In addition, she has more than 5 years of experience supporting underprivileged populations in different capacities across Canada.

Noha understands that the unique challenges people face can often be demanding, emotionally draining, and at times isolating. For those struggling to process emotions, manage thoughts, or navigate their actions, she provides a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space to explore experiences, address both personal and professional needs, and develop strategies to enhance overall well-being.

She believes that there is no wrong doorway to living life—answers are already within us. By navigating inward, reframing thoughts, and regulating emotions, healing becomes possible. For Noha, recognizing triggers, raising self-awareness, and practicing mindfulness are key aspects of this process.

Noha is a full-time permanent staff member based in our Saint John office.

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Rabab holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and is currently completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

Rabab brings a thoughtful, culturally responsive, and compassionate presence to her counselling work. She is committed to creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. She values meeting individuals where they are and believes that meaningful change can happen through both gentle exploration and practical, goal-oriented work.

Having grown up in Lebanon and later immigrated to Canada as a teenager, Rabab brings a strong appreciation for the role of culture, identity, and family systems in mental health. She is fluently bilingual in Arabic and English, which allows her to offer culturally and linguistically responsive support to clients from diverse backgrounds. Her lived experience, combined with her professional training, allows her to approach counselling with cultural humility, curiosity, and sensitivity to diverse worldviews. 

She is especially interested in supporting individuals experiencing burnout, life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, and stress related to family and cultural dynamics.

Rabab’s approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a strengths-based perspective. She strives to empower clients by helping them reconnect with their resilience, values, and inner resources, while offering structure and support along the way.

Rabab is based in our Fredericton office. Her internship ends in December 2026.

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Valérie Sanfaçon is currently completing her Bachelor of Social Work after a career of 26 years in the Royal Canadian Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller. Throughout her military service, she developed resilience, compassion, and a deep understanding of the importance of supporting others through challenging situations.

Valérie also served as a Defence representative for the Canadian Armed Forces Sexual Misconduct Class Action Settlement. In this role, she had the privilege of listening to survivors’ experiences, hearing their recommendations for meaningful change, and ensuring their voices were shared with decision-makers. This experience reinforced her commitment to trauma-informed practice and the importance of creating a safe, respectful space where people feel heard and understood.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in French with a minor in Psychology from the Royal Military College of Canada and a Master’s degree in Mental Health from TÉLUQ. Her passion for helping others led her to pursue social work, where she has developed a particular interest in trauma, mental health, and supporting individuals through life’s most difficult moments.

Valérie believes in healing. She is committed to building authentic, trusting relationships with her clients and walking alongside them as they discover their strengths and work toward their goals.

Outside of her professional life, Valérie enjoys travelling, experiencing different cultures, and spending quality time with her three daughters.

Valérie is based in Moncton and her internship ends in December 2026.

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Andrea is a counselling intern who is committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Thomas University and is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

Andrea has experience supporting individuals affected by intimate partner violence, domestic violence, and sexual violence through her work as a domestic violence outreach worker. This experience has strengthened her understanding of trauma and the importance of providing compassionate, client-centred, trauma-informed care. She is passionate about helping clients navigate life's challenges, develop coping strategies, reconnect with their strengths, and work toward healing and meaningful change.

Andrea's therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, unconditional positive regard, and the belief that each person is the expert in their own life. She integrates trauma-informed, strengths-based, and evidence-based practices while recognizing the importance of the mind-body connection in the healing process. Andrea strives to build collaborative, trusting therapeutic relationships where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace. She values approaching each client with genuine curiosity, respect, and a warm, calm presence.

Andrea offers in-person counselling in Fredericton or virtually across New Brunswick. Her internship ends in April 2027.

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Kassie is completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology and practices from a non-judgmental, inclusive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming lens. 

She has experience supporting individuals in vulnerable situations, particularly those navigating grief, anxiety, major life transitions, and stress management challenges. Kassie understands that these experiences can be demanding, emotionally draining, and at times isolating. 

No matter the season of life, she provides a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change. Her approach is informed by person-centred values and integrates mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and family systems perspectives. Kassie believes clients already hold many of the strengths and tools needed for change and works collaboratively to help them access and build on that potential.

Kassie is is located at our Saint John office and her internship ends in December 2026.