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Gottman Method Therapists Offering Counselling in St John’s and Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador


At Wave Counselling and Wellness, we’re proud to offer a dedicated team of Gottman Method Therapists who are passionate about strengthening relationships. Whether you’re facing communication challenges, trust issues or intimacy concerns, our therapists are here to guide you through Gottman Method couples therapy, a proven approach that focuses on building understanding, connection and intimacy.

Our therapists are trained in the Gottman Method and are committed to helping you and your partner navigate the complexities of your relationship with compassion and expertise.

With both in-person and online counselling options available, we make it convenient for you to access the support you need from the comfort of your own home or in our welcoming therapy centre.

Take the first step towards a healthier and happier relationship today. Contact us to schedule an appointment with one of our Gottman Method Therapists and start your journey towards a stronger, more fulfilling partnership.


Ryan Harris, MSW, RSW

Ryan Harris, MSW, RSW

Ryan is a Registered Social Worker providing individual, couples and family therapy to children, youth and adults in St. John's, NL. He specializes in treating mood and anxiety challenges, borderline personality disorder, self-harm, emotion regulation and interpersonal dynamics in relationships.  Ryan holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Memorial University and a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University with a specialization in Individual, Group and Family Therapy. He is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Ryan is also a co-facilitator for a Clinical Skills course…

Jill Peckford, MSW, RSW

Jill Peckford, MSW, RSW

Jill is a Registered Social Worker providing individual, couples and family counselling to adults in St. John's, NL. She specializes in addictions, emotion regulation, relationships, life transitions, crisis intervention and suicidal ideation. Jill works from a holistic perspective and has a keen interest in mindfulness and values finding creative ways to promote positive self-care and wellness. Jill holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Memorial University. She has completed training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing. Jill is also a Registered Trainer in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and…

Jennifer Cranford, MSW, RSW

Jennifer Cranford, MSW, RSW

Jennifer is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and couples therapy to youth and adults in St. John’s, NL. She specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, relationships, life transitions and work/school stress. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Memorial University. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy and works from a trauma-informed lens. Her primary focus is to work with folks in achieving their goals for mental wellness and aims to…

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