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Gateways Counselling
Gateways Counselling has been present for people and their issues since 1988..There are times in every person’s life where one wants a safe place to speak and be heard. At Gateways Counselling the commitment is to be present with you, to non-judgmentally listen, and to support your healing journey.
About Judy
Judy Wright (she/her) is a M. Ed. Registered Psychologist and is registered with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists in the areas of clinical, counselling, and developmental. Populations serviced are: children ( age 5 and up), adolescent and adults. Sessions are provided for individuals, couples and families. Judy holds a Bachelor of Arts, High Honours in Psychology, Minor in Religious Studies and a Masters in Educational Psychology. Judy is a certified trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (1990) and a trained mediator (2000). Judy worked as a supervisor and manager in insurance and stock/bond companies, and the credit union system for over 30 years. Judy has had the pleasure of working with Hawaiian Huna Shamans, Peruvian shamans, and Navajo, Ojibwa and Cree elders. Judy incorporates humanistic and cognitive behavioural perspectives, along with clinical hypnosis, and a wide range of evidenced based
therapies.
Judy brings her warm spirit and wisdom to all her training and counselling sessions. Judy believes that a counsellor or trainer must stand as a witness or “walk with a person through their experiences.” Judy feels our world would find more healing if more people experienced compassionate listening. Judy is there to assist people in finding their own inner richness and personhood by offering her support and encouragement. Judy encourages people to face and move through their issues by confronting and challenging in an honest and caring manner. Judy encourages people to transform their lives so they may experience their own power and create their dreams. Judy does not “solve” your problem, but works with you to assist you in discovering the best processes and strategies that work for you. People may need guidance and suggestions as to what to incorporate and how to change, but the final decision is up to the client. Judy uses her expertise and evidenced based techniques to work with each individual, couple or family. Judy works, as member of their team, to help them develop more effective cognitive, emotional and behavioral strategies. Judy believes that inside every person is a sense of goodness and wonderment that needs to be fostered and encouraged. Judy does not believe that people are broken, but rather that people’s difficulties arise from ineffective cognitive and behavioral strategies. Life strategies, even ineffective strategies, are the most effective strategies that a person could create, in that moment. Judy recognizes that at times these unhealthy patterns are learned through family of origin or other “learning opportunities” along life’s way; i.e., divorce, loss of a loved one, lack of self-love, and other challenges life presents. Judy is here to help you gently learn to accept yourself and find a new way of living. Strategies, beliefs, and behaviors can be changed and what is learned can be unlearned.
Meet Sharon
Sharon Makanga, Registered Master Social Work RMSW (She/Her)
As a Clinical Social Worker, I am registered with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Work. I graduated from the University of Regina with a Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2018. I also completed a certificate in Psychology at the University of Saskatchewan, focusing on Criminology and Addictions in 2018. I am currently working on a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. As a mother of three, I bring a personal understanding of family dynamics to my practice. My passion for art and learning fuels my commitment to providing the best possible care. Over the past six years, I have worked within the Saskatchewan Health Authority, always maintaining a strong focus on cultural representation and advocacy, championing an anti-colonial approach. I have also worked for a national employment family assistance program as a mental health psychotherapist working with clients to develop and implement personalized interventions and treatments. I am passionate about fostering resilience and supporting well-being through innovative, client-centered approaches. With client diversity, I agree that being a member of a visible minority strengthens me with the skills and resources to create safe spaces for individuals, families and communities. Clinical Social Worker/Master in Arts Counselling Psychology, Candidate BIPOC, languages English and Beginner French. Modalities: Trauma-Informed Coaching, Mindfulness, Strength-Based, Culturally-Sensitive, Solutions-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health First Aid, Psychological First Aid. I work with individuals aged 5 and up, as well as families and groups in the following areas: Family planning Pre- and Post-Natal Health Early Child Development Blended Families Positive Parenting/Co-Parenting Parenting and Teen Conflict Anxiety (Generalize or Social) Depression Work/Life Balance Workplace Trauma Career Planning Abuse Domestic Violence Self Confidence/Self-Esteem Effective Communication Interpersonal Relationships Stress Management Intergenerational Healing Family Reunification Family Counselling Separation/Divorce Self-Growth and Empowerment Sexuality Self Care, Self Regulation, Boundary Setting, Trust Learning Disabilities (strategies, tools, resources) Immigration and Refugees Indigenous populations (NIHB)
Meet Nina
Nina Nyalowo, Registered Master Social Work RMSW (She/Her)
Nina Nyalowo is registered social worker who provides services in Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia. Nina practices from person-centered, anti-oppressive, anti-racist, strength-based, harm reduction, and trauma informed perspectives. She prides herself in being kind, empathetic, and genuine with clients. Nina’s counselling approach is guided by a combination of formal education, research, and lived experience. She uses an integrative approach that is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Compassionate Inquiry, Narrative therapy, and Solution-focused therapy, among others. From personal and professional experience, she has gained experience in working with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma, dementia, racial identity, spiritual identity, school/work/life stress, suicide ideation, self-harm, racial based trauma, life transitions, gender and sexuality diversity, and coping skills. Nina’s approach looks at the whole person, so together, you will dive into all aspects of who you are: physical, mental, social, and spiritual; past, present, and future. Collaboratively, you will navigate your struggles, challenges, and/or areas of your life that you would like to see transformed.
Online booking only
Meet Paula
Paula Sumi Mamani, M. Ed. Registered Psychologist Provisional (She/Her)
Paula was a Registered Psychologist in Peru for six years. Paula is currently registered is Saskatchewan as a provisional psychologist. Paula brings a wide range of experience and will be working with children (5+), adolescents, adults and elderly in the areas of: anxiety, depression, emotional stress, trauma and women's issues. Service in English and Spanish.
Meet Milo
Milo Avey, M. Sc. Registered Psychologist
(He/They)
Milo is a M.Sc. Registered Psychologist (provisional). He operates from a standpoint of acceptance, taking a collaborative approach to therapy and creating a space where clients can tell their stories in an open and supportive environment. Milo has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. He has a special interest in diverse populations and LGBTQIA+ issues. Milo provides therapy and assessment services to adults and adolescents (ages 13+). His primary modalities are DBT, CBT, and ACT.
Meet Ramona
Ramona P. Wijesinghe, BA.,BSW.,RSW
(she/her)
Hi, I’m Ramona! I am social worker with 20 years in my profession. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families find their own inner path towards a healthier life. My approach is client-focused, non-judgemental, and rooted in warmth, acceptance, empathy, compassion, and understanding. With my approach invites a safe place for everyone to explore your healing journey with me. My philosophy is rooted in the understanding that "we all fall, break, and fail, but then we can rise, heal, and overcome". You matter! My specialities are as follows: EMDR, Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method Couples Therapy Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Applied Suicide (ASIST) Crisis Response Planning & Fundamentals of Addiction. I am able to direct bill to insurers, please refer to the direct billing button at Gatewayscounselling.com to see which insures can be direct billed. I welcome ages 16 years, adults & elderly individuals. Expertise Areas: Anxiety Career Guidance Codependency Coping Skills Depression Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Family Conflict Grief Marital and Premarital Newcomers to Canada Peer Relationships Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self Esteem Self-Harming Sexual Abuse Spirituality Stress Substance Use Suicidal Ideation Teen Violence Trauma and PTSD Toxic Workplace Women's Issues
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