We believe healing happens through connection—connection to self, to others, and to the world around us.

About Ember Centre

At Ember Centre, we do therapy in a way that feels real.

We build trust, listen to your story, and meet you where you're at. Using nature, movement, and conversation, we support healing that connects you to yourself, your relationships, and your community—step by step, together.

Core Values

Rooted in Relationship

We believe connection is the foundation of healing. By fostering authentic, trusting relationships, we create spaces where clients feel safe, seen, and valued.

Strength in Story

We help clients uncover their inner resilience by exploring their experiences, identities, and personal narratives, empowering them to reclaim their stories.

Nature as a co-therapist

Nature has been a healing ally for Indigenous peoples since time immemorial. We honor their wisdom and deep connection to the land, integrating this understanding into our own therapeutic practices.

We’re Not Just Therapists: We’re mentors, advocates, and relational guides who build trust through presence, movement, and storytelling.

Therapy Beyond Four Walls: Walk and Talk, Nature-Based Therapy, and custom Therapeutic Retreats meet you where you are—literally and emotionally.

Rooted in Youth & Family Systems: Our approach supports the whole system—self, relationships, and community.

Culturally Responsive & Nature-Informed: We blend evidence-based practices with cultural humility, experiential healing, and nature as a co-therapist.

Redefining Mental Health Care

What makes us different?

Find out if Ember is right for you…

  • Are you worried about your child’s mental health, behaviour, or emotional wellbeing?

    Maybe traditional therapy hasn’t worked—or maybe you’re unsure where to even start. At Ember, we specialize in youth and family systems. That means we don’t just focus on the young person—we look at the whole picture.

    We offer approaches that build connection, restore trust, and support healing in your family. If you're ready for something grounded, relational, and personalized—Ember might be the right fit.

  • Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or like no one really gets what you’re going through?
    If you're struggling with stress, family conflict, school pressure, or your mental health—we see you. At Ember, we do things differently. We offer therapy that happens in real spaces, with real people, in ways that feel right for you.

    If you’re ready to talk (or move, or walk, or just be)—we’ll meet you where you're at. No judgment, no pressure. Just support that makes sense for your life.

  • Are you navigating big life changes, feeling disconnected, or carrying more than people realize?

    Maybe you're juggling work, school, relationships—or trying to make sense of past experiences while figuring out your future. If you’re struggling with anxiety, burnout, family strain, or just feeling lost, you’re not alone.

    At Ember, we offer therapy that fits your life—not the other way around. Whether through movement, nature, or deep conversation, we help you slow down, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself and others. Our approach is real, relational, and rooted in your lived experience.

    If you're ready to better understand your story, break old patterns, and build something stronger—we’re here to walk with you.

  • Family life can be beautiful—and hard at times. Whether you're navigating conflict, change, mental health challenges, grief, or feeling disconnected from each other, you’re not alone.

    At Ember Centre, we support families as systems. That means we don’t look for one person to “fix” or blame—we focus on understanding patterns, rebuilding connection, and creating space for each family member to feel seen and heard. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, sibling, or blended family navigating complex dynamics or shared loss, we’re here to support your healing—together.

    If you're ready to strengthen your relationships and move forward with more clarity and care, Ember is here to walk with your family every step of the way.

  • Whether you're navigating conflict, communication breakdowns, or life transitions, relationships can be complex—and healing takes more than just surface-level fixes. At Ember Centre, we offer a space where both partners feel heard, understood, and supported.

    We specialize in working with couples who want to deepen connection, repair trust, and move forward together with intention. Using relational, attachment-based approaches, we help you understand patterns, rebuild safety, and create space for growth—individually and as a team.

    You don’t have to figure it out alone. If you're ready to do the work together, we’re here to walk alongside you.

  • Are you a social worker, teacher, or human services worker supporting a young person or family who is stuck, disconnected, or struggling in traditional systems?

    At Ember Centre, we offer a responsive, relationship-based approach that works—especially for youth who haven’t connected with conventional therapy. Our team blends clinical expertise with mentorship and lived experience, creating trust through movement, nature, and presence.

    We don’t just support the individual—we can extend our support to the whole family system. Whether it’s working alongside families, caregivers, or other supports, we help build the foundation for long-term change. Our services are trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and designed to collaborate with the professionals who care deeply about youth success.

  • You show up for everyone else—but who shows up for you?

    If you work in education, child welfare, healthcare, or community services, you know the weight of holding space for others. At Ember Centre, we recognize the emotional toll of frontline work because we’ve lived it. Our team brings extensive experience in youth and family systems, and we understand the realities of burnout, vicarious trauma, and feeling stretched thin.

    This is a space just for you—a place to process, reflect, and reconnect to your purpose without judgment. Whether you're craving support, boundaries, or simply a space to exhale, Ember offers therapy that understands the demands of your role and the depth of your care.

    You deserve the same support you so often give. We’re here when you’re ready.

  • Has your team experienced a loss, crisis, or a season of deep fatigue? Are you noticing disconnection, burnout, or tension in the workplace?

    At Ember Centre, we support professional teams through moments that matter—whether that’s navigating grief, recovering from collective trauma, or rebuilding trust and connection. We understand that the work you do is demanding, emotional, and often unrelenting. When teams carry heavy stories, they need space to process, restore, and realign together.

    We offer customized support through:

    • On-site healing circles and group debriefs

    • Nature-based team sessions or retreats

    • Grief-informed, trauma-aware facilitation

    • Connection-focused team building grounded in shared values and relational care

    If your team needs space to breathe, grieve, or grow together, Ember will meet you where you’re at—with compassion, presence, and care grounded in lived experience.

  • Do you feel most like yourself outside—when you're grounded, moving, and connected to the land?

    If the thought of healing in an office feels limiting, Ember offers something different. We specialize in nature-based therapy that is personalized to your needs, pace, and story. Whether you're navigating grief, burnout, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself, we create immersive experiences that center the outdoors as a co-facilitator in your journey.

    This might look like:

    • One-on-one Walk and Talk sessions

    • Reflective retreats in nature

    • Grounding practices in forested spaces

    • Custom sessions that blend movement, stillness, and storytelling

    If you’re ready to step outside the traditional and into something more embodied, Ember will meet you there—with presence, purpose, and deep respect for what nature can hold.

  • Behind the hustle, pressure, and performance—you're still a person.
    Whether you're a competitive athlete, a college player, or transitioning out of sport, the mental load can be heavy. Anxiety, burnout, identity loss, injury recovery, or the silent pressure to “push through” can take a toll.

    At Ember Centre, we get it—because one of our counsellors has been there. As a former college athlete, they understand the unique challenges athletes face on and off the field. Here, you don’t have to pretend everything’s fine. We offer a space to unpack the mental side of sport, reconnect with your purpose, and care for your whole self.

    You train your body—let’s care for your mind too.

  • While Ember Centre specializes in supporting youth, young adults, and families, healing knows no age limit—and neither does belonging.

    Whether you're outside our core age range, navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or simply looking for a therapeutic space that feels grounded, relational, and real—you are welcome here. Our team brings a depth of experience in working with diverse individuals and life stages, and we’re honoured to support anyone seeking meaningful connection and growth.

    If our approach resonates with you, we invite you to reach out. You don’t need to fit a certain profile to access care that sees you.