Business Details
Christian Counseling Services for Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual Well-being
Christian Counselling Centre is dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals facing emotional, mental, and spiritual challenges. Our team of Ontario board-certified counsellors integrates evidence-based practices with a Christian worldview, offering services tailored to adults, children, couples, families, and communities. As a non-profit organization, we prioritize accessibility by maintaining low fees and offering donation-subsidized sessions for those in need. Our values emphasize the inherent worth of every person, professional ethics, and the integration of faith in the healing process. We collaborate with churches and businesses to expand mental health support through pre-paid counseling programs and community education initiatives.With multiple locations across Canada, we serve diverse populations while maintaining a commitment to clinical excellence and spiritual sensitivity. Our WrapAround program provides specialized support for complex needs, and our Planned Assistance initiatives enable organizations to offer confidential counseling to members. Through seminars and resources, we actively promote mental health awareness in schools, congregations, and workplaces. Our governance structure ensures accountability through a board of directors representing various professional and community perspectives. By combining professional expertise with faith-based principles, we strive to fulfill our mission of glorifying God through holistic care.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Counseling
Children's Counseling
Group Counseling
Mental Health Education
WrapAround Support
Planned Assistance Programs
Highlights and features
- We integrate Christian values with evidence-based counseling methods
- Our team includes Ontario board-certified mental health professionals
- Non-profit status ensures affordable rates for all clients
- WrapAround program provides specialized support for complex needs
- Community partnerships expand access to mental health resources
Associations and certifications
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults facing emotional, psychological, or spiritual challenges. Counselors use evidence-based techniques combined with Christian values to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and other personal struggles. Each session focuses on developing coping strategies while respecting clients' faith perspectives and personal goals.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships through faith-integrated approaches. Our certified counselors address marital issues, premarital preparation, and relationship rebuilding after infidelity or life transitions. Sessions focus on developing mutual understanding while respecting Christian principles of love and commitment.
Children's Counseling
Specialized counseling services for children aged 11 and up address behavioral issues, anxiety, social challenges, and family transitions. Our therapists use age-appropriate techniques combined with spiritual guidance to help young clients develop emotional resilience and healthy coping mechanisms within a supportive environment.
WrapAround Program
The WrapAround program provides coordinated care for individuals and families with complex needs through faith-based community support. Trained facilitators develop personalized plans to address multiple challenges simultaneously, connecting clients with practical resources while offering spiritual encouragement and emotional support throughout the process.
Mental Health Education
Our mental health education initiatives deliver seminars and resources to schools, churches, and businesses about emotional well-being and psychological challenges. Topics include stress management, trauma recovery, and faith-based approaches to mental health, aiming to reduce stigma and promote community understanding of mental health issues.
People
Yvonne Schuurman
Executive Director
Yvonne Schuurman leads our organization with extensive experience in mental health administration and community outreach. She oversees strategic operations while maintaining connections with partner organizations and ensuring quality service delivery across all locations.
Sandy Botembo
Office Administrator
Sandy Botembo manages daily office operations and client coordination. With a background in organizational management, she ensures smooth administrative functions and serves as a primary contact for client inquiries and scheduling needs.
Dr. Jerry Visscher
Chairperson
Dr. Jerry Visscher provides governance leadership as Board Chairperson. His academic background in theology and organizational leadership informs strategic decision-making while maintaining alignment with our Christian mission and values.
Arian Droogendyk
Vice-Chairperson
Arian Droogendyk supports organizational governance as Vice-Chairperson. With professional experience in business management and community service, he contributes to policy development and long-term planning for sustainable growth.
Jeremy Jagt
Treasurer
Jeremy Jagt manages financial oversight as Board Treasurer. His expertise in financial planning and non-profit accounting ensures responsible stewardship of resources while maintaining transparency in all fiscal operations.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, children's, and group counseling services, along with specialized programs like WrapAround support for complex needs.
Do clients need to be Christian to receive services?
No, our services are available to everyone regardless of faith background. Counselors integrate faith only as requested by clients.
How can I book a counseling session?
Book online through our website by location or counselor, or contact our office directly for assistance with scheduling.
Are your counselors professionally certified?
Yes, all our counselors are Ontario board-certified mental health professionals with graduate-level training in their fields.
Do you offer services outside major cities?
We serve multiple locations including Burlington, Fergus, St Catharines, Lambeth, and Calgary, with online options available.
How does your non-profit status benefit clients?
Our non-profit status allows us to maintain lower fees and offer donation-subsidized sessions for those facing financial challenges.
Reviews (1)
Patsy Cosgrove
Sep 30, 2017
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Warm caring and extremely effective in her approach to Councelling love her beautiful manner
