FAQs
So many questions! We’ve tried to answer the most frequently-asked ones here, but we don’t want you to go away unsatisfied so reach out and we’ll get back to you ASAP
A 20-minute consultation is absolutely free. Free of judgement, free of commitment, free of charge. This is an opportunity for you to meet the therapist and decide if you would like to return for a session. Following the consultation, sessions will be either $150 or $225 depending on the service you choose. Email us at hello@brooksidecounselling.com or call 709-773-7734
This is something you can work out together with the therapist. While most folks begin by having one session per week, some benefit from have more than one per week in the beginning while still others meet with the therapist every 2, 3, or 4 weeks, or even longer.
The length of time you use the Counsellor's services is up to you.
Yes. Not only do we have experience working with first responders, but the Counsellor, Karen Gawne, has been married to one for over three decades. Don't want to talk about your feelings? No problem. Worried your dark humour will scare the Counsellor? Think again. If you're looking for a no-BS counselling experience, just reach out. We've got your six.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It's a therapy that was developed in the 1980s to treat Vietnam War Veterans for PTSD and has been proven to be highly effective. The best part is that it works very quickly and you won't need to spend hours talking about your feelings. EMDR removes the pain from the past to allow you to truly live your future.
https://emdrcanada.ca/about-emdr/ for more information.
That's up to you. Most folks seek therapy for a time - say six to twelve weeks. Others check in once a month or so for a few years. As far as time goes, the ball is in your court.
Unfortunately, no, Counsellors are unable to offer diagnoses. However, what we focus on are the symptoms. What is it that's bothering you? Whether it's anxiety, depression, executive dysfunction (planning, time blindness, procrastination, impulsivity, etc.), stress, trauma, or a difficult childhood, we can probably help with or without a diagnosis.
Yes! I've worked with gay, trans, and bi clients. On top of that, I have several gay or trans friends and family members whom I adore. I provide a supportive and empathetic listening ear whether you're confirmed or just curious.
No. When I named Brookside Counselling, we had just moved to the area and didn't realize there was a school named Brookside. Brookside Counselling got its name from the brook that borders our office in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's.
Questions? Just reach out
