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Senior Counsellors Offering Therapy Services in St John’s and Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador


At Wave Counselling and Wellness, we understand the unique challenges that come with aging. Our dedicated team of senior therapists specializes in providing compassionate and tailored senior counselling services specifically designed for older adults in St John’s and throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Whether you’re struggling with life transitions, grief, loneliness, or other age-related concerns, our therapists are here to offer support and guidance.

With both in-person and online senior counselling services available, we ensure accessibility for all seniors, regardless of mobility or location. Our therapists create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your feelings, gain insight, and develop coping strategies to navigate this stage of life with resilience and grace.

Contact us today to schedule a session and embark on your journey towards emotional well-being and fulfillment in your golden years.

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…

Rick Parsons, MSW, RSW

Rick Parsons, MSW, RSW

Rick is a Registered Social Worker providing individual, couples and family therapy to adults in St. John's, NL. He specializes in the areas of couples and relationship therapy, sex therapy, sexual health, sexual identity, out-of-control sexual behaviours (i.e. sex and pornography addiction, preoccupation with masturbation, multiple infidelities, sex with anonymous partners or sex workers, sexual risk-taking). Rick has experience working with alternative relationship structures (i.e. consensual non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, mixed orientation). Rick attended Memorial University and obtained Bachelor's Degrees in Social Work and Sociology, a Certificate in Criminology and a Master of Social Work with a focus in…

Michaela Penney, MSW, RSW

Michaela Penney, MSW, RSW

Michaela is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and family therapy to children, youth, adults, and their families throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. She specializes in parenting skills, as well as the treatment of depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, as well as emotional regulation. Michaela holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology major, Sociology minor), Certificate in Criminology, Bachelor of Social Work, and Master of Social Work degrees from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT). Michaela continues…

Coleen Woodrow, MSW, RSW

Coleen Woodrow, MSW, RSW

Coleen is a Registered Social Worker providing individual and couples therapy to adults in St. John’s, NL. She is experienced in treating addiction, anxiety, depression, relationships, emotion regulation and relationships or attachment distress. Coleen holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Memorial University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a collaborative focus in Addictions and Mental Health. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). She is also an experienced provider of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Harm Reduction Services and Structured Relapse Prevention. Coleen focuses…

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…

Tracy Sullivan, MSW, RSW

Tracy Sullivan, MSW, RSW

Tracy is a Registered Social Worker providing individual therapy to adults in St. John’s, NL. She specializes in the areas of addiction (substances and gambling), anxiety, depression and life transitions. Tracy utilizes a client-centered approach through brief and treatment-oriented interventions and strives to help clients develop solutions and create meaningful change in their lives. Tracy attended Memorial University and obtained Bachelor’s Degrees in Science (Psychology), Education and Social Work. She also possesses Certificates in Criminology and Primary Health Care and holds a Master of Social Work with a focus in advanced clinical therapy and counselling. Tracy is trained in…

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