Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
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Virtual Mental Health Counselling Services in Newmarket, Ontario
McKechnie Counselling Services was founded in 1995 by Heather McKechnie, a dedicated social worker whose passion for creating personalized therapeutic spaces inspired our practice. Today, led by Carley McKechnie, a registered social worker with over 15 years of experience, we continue this legacy through virtual counseling accessible across Ontario. Our approach combines evidence-based methodologies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness to address anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges.Specializing in support for military personnel, first responders, and public sector employees, we prioritize compassionate, individualized care. Our transition to virtual services in 2020 expanded access while maintaining the confidentiality and safety central to our mission. With a focus on holistic healing, we empower clients to develop resilience, improve self-awareness, and rebuild meaningful connections.
Services
Individual Counselling
Relationship Counselling
Grief Counselling
Military/Veteran Counselling
First Responder Counsellor
Public Sector Counselling
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in trauma-informed therapy for high-stress professions.
- Our virtual platform ensures accessible, confidential counseling from anywhere in Ontario.
- Specialized support for military veterans and first responders navigating service-related challenges.
- Holistic approach integrating EMDR, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Client-centered care prioritizing individualized treatment plans for sustainable mental health outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- Registered Social Worker (RSW)
Services
Individual Counselling
Individual Counselling focuses on personalized mental health support through virtual sessions. This service helps clients address anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges using evidence-based techniques. By fostering self-awareness and coping strategies, clients achieve emotional resilience and sustainable personal growth.
Relationship Counselling
Relationship Counselling improves communication and resolves conflicts in romantic, familial, or professional partnerships. Through structured virtual sessions, clients learn to rebuild trust, establish boundaries, and enhance emotional intimacy. This service addresses issues like infidelity, parenting challenges, and transitional life changes.
Grief Counselling
Grief Counselling provides compassionate support for processing bereavement and life-altering losses. Virtual sessions help clients navigate complex emotions, develop coping rituals, and integrate their experiences into personal growth. This service addresses complicated grief, traumatic loss, and adjustment to life changes following significant bereavement.
Military/Veteran Counselling
Military/Veteran Counselling addresses service-related mental health challenges through specialized virtual therapy. This service focuses on PTSD management, transition stress, and trauma recovery tailored to military personnel and veterans. Evidence-based techniques help clients maintain resilience and adapt to civilian life transitions.
First Responder Counselling
First Responder Counselling offers trauma-informed virtual therapy for police, firefighters, and paramedics. This service addresses occupational stress, critical incident trauma, and burnout prevention. Specialized techniques help first responders maintain mental wellness while navigating high-pressure professional demands.
People
Carley McKechnie
Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist
Carley McKechnie holds a Master of Social Work degree and 15+ years of experience in trauma-informed therapy. Specializing in EMDR and mindfulness techniques, she supports clients navigating anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges. Her practice emphasizes accessibility through virtual counseling.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, relationship, and grief counseling virtually, with specialized support for military personnel, first responders, and public sector employees across Ontario.
Do you specialize in trauma therapy?
Yes, we use evidence-based trauma therapies like EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients process traumatic experiences and build resilience.
What if I need emergency mental health support?
For crisis situations, contact local emergency services or call the Suicide Helpline at 1-833-456-4566 for immediate assistance.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Our counseling services are typically covered by extended health plans. Check with your provider for specific details about psychotherapy coverage.
How does virtual counseling work?
Virtual sessions use secure video conferencing platforms. You'll receive login details prior to your appointment to access therapy from any private location with internet connectivity.
