Counselling Services
At Ember Centre, we believe healing happens in relationship—in relationship with self, with others, and with the environment around us. We are here to walk with you, wherever you are on your journey.
Youth Counselling
What it is
At Ember Centre, our Youth Counselling service is a supportive, one-on-one therapeutic experience for individuals aged 12–30, and warmly welcomes those outside this age range who feel aligned with our approach. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, stress, anger, trauma, low self-esteem, or other emotional experiences, our counsellors are here to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing and growth.
Counselling sessions are tailored to suit your needs and comfort, this might mean meeting in our warm and inviting counselling office, engaging in walk-and-talk therapy out in nature, or connecting virtually. We honour each client’s readiness and pace, recognizing that therapy is a personal and deeply individual process.
What it looks like at Ember Centre
At Ember Centre, meeting clients where they are at is not just a philosophy, it’s a practice. Our therapists build relationships rooted in safety, trust, and compassion. We often work with individuals who come into the counselling space with protective walls built from past hurts or fear of vulnerability.
Over time, and with gentle, relational guidance, we witness the powerful unfolding of trust, where those walls begin to soften. Whether we're sitting together in our thoughtfully designed counselling room, walking side by side on a forest trail, or connecting over a secure video call, the setting is always chosen with the client’s sense of emotional and physical safety in mind.
We honour the courage it takes to engage in therapy and support our clients in identifying their goals, whether that’s navigating transitions, building coping tools, processing past wounds, or deepening self-awareness.
Benefits
A flexible and personalized counselling experience—you choose what feels right
Connection with a therapist who walks alongside you, not ahead of you
Increased self-awareness and tools to manage emotions like anxiety, fear, and anger
A safe and non-judgmental space to explore vulnerability and healing
Support in building self-esteem and nurturing a more compassionate relationship with yourself
The opportunity to process grief, trauma, and life changes in a way that honours your pace and needs
An environment that values safety, authenticity, and trust—whether indoors, online, or in nature
Individual Counselling
What it is
Life brings challenges at every stage. At Ember Centre, our Individual Counselling services can offer a steady place to pause, reflect, and realign. At Ember Centre, we provide one-on-one support for adults of all ages who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or major life transitions.
Our approach is collaborative and flexible. Sessions can take place in our welcoming office, during a walk outdoors, or virtually—depending on what feels most comfortable for you. We believe therapy should move at your pace, honoring your readiness and unique goals.
What it looks like at Ember Centre
We honour the courage it takes to engage in therapy and support our clients in identifying their goals, whether that’s navigating transitions, building coping tools, processing past wounds, or deepening self-awareness.
Working with adults often means untangling layers of responsibility, expectation, and past experiences. Many clients come to counselling carrying the weight of grief & loss, burnout, or unspoken emotions. At Ember, we create a compassionate space where those stories can be explored without judgment.
Some find it helpful to sit in the quiet of our counselling room, while others prefer the grounding experience of walking in nature. Online sessions are also available for those who need flexibility. Regardless of the setting, our priority is your emotional safety and comfort.
Benefits
A flexible and personalized counselling experience—you choose the pace, setting, and approach that feel right for you
A supportive relationship with a therapist who walks alongside you through life’s challenges
Greater self-awareness and practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or anger
A safe, non-judgmental space to explore vulnerability, past experiences, and future goals
Support in navigating relationships, responsibilities, and self-esteem with compassion and clarity
The opportunity to process grief, trauma, and major life transitions in a way that honours your readiness and needs
An environment that values trust, authenticity, and emotional safety—whether in-office, online, or outdoors in nature
Family Counselling
What it is
Families are complex systems, with each individual bringing their own experiences, needs, and expectations. When stress, change, or conflict arises, it can impact the whole system, creating disconnection, tension, or emotional distress. Family counselling offers a space to explore these dynamics together, fostering understanding and resilience within the family unit.
At Ember Centre, we support families navigating a wide range of challenges including communication breakdowns, cultural and generational tensions, role changes, parenting transitions, loss, and more. Whether you're seeking support through a major life shift or looking to strengthen your family’s emotional bonds, our approach centers around compassion, collaboration, and cultural humility. We acknowledge that every family is unique, and we walk alongside you—honouring your story, values, and hopes for connection.
Family therapy can include the whole family system or just part of it, depending on your needs. Through guided exploration, we help each member gain insight into their individual identity while building the skills needed to foster mutual respect, healthy boundaries, and meaningful relationships.
What it looks like at Ember Centre
At Ember Centre, family counselling is shaped around your comfort and connection. Sessions can take place in our warm, calming therapy rooms, virtually from home, or outdoors in nature. We offer family circles and experiential sessions that use the natural world to encourage play, stillness, and presence, creating moments of connection beyond words.
Our therapists support families with:
Communication and conflict resolution
Navigating cultural expectations or generational differences
Parenting support and transitions
Emotional regulation and family stress
Strengthening attachment and emotional bonds
We hold space for all family constellations—biological, chosen, blended, and intergenerational with deep respect and non-judgment.
Benefits
Improve communication and reduce misunderstandings
Build emotional connection and trust between family members
Develop healthy boundaries and shared understanding
Navigate life changes with greater ease and unity
Strengthen each individual’s sense of self within the family system
Cultivate healing through deeper connection—to self, others, and the world