Welcome to a safe place for you to feel heard and understood.
We’re a clinical therapy practice, offering confidential mental health counselling and support to individuals, couples and families in Saint John and surrounding areas.
No one should have to work through their challenges alone.
Our team is here to listen and provide support to people of all ages, in-person or virtually, in English & French, to help navigate challenges you are experiencing.
Our goal is to assist you in leading a healthy and empowered life
We are real so you can be too.
We value the dignity and worth of all people. We are dedicated to promoting
an environment of respect and appreciation for all.
Our VISION
That mental health care is valued, understood, accepted,
and accessible to all people.
Our MISSION
To enhance the health and lives of all individuals, couples,
and families through barrier-free and proactive mental health care services.
Introducing...
We created JUST US (WeAllStruggle Inc.), a charitable, non-profit organization, to focus on the outreach, strategy and fundraising needed to improve and grow low-cost and Free Friday counselling programs, and more - to ensure that these programs (including our intern and workplace workshop programs) not only survive but thrive and grow, to meet the demands of our community - and our province. Read more about JUST US!
No Insurance? No Problem.
Everyone Welcome.
Choose a FREE 30-minute
one-on-one, in-person or phone session with one of our counselling interns.
Book a low cost counselling session with one of our counselling interns if you are without insurance.
(We have limited availability for children under 10.)
Want to help support these important programs in our community? We'd love your help.
Mental health and physical health are deeply connected.
Those living with mental health challenges are at higher risk of experiencing many chronic physical conditions. Conversely, those living with chronic physical health conditions are more likely to experience poor mental health. Taking care of your mental health is a key part of taking care of your overall physical health and wellness.
The link between body and mind is powerful.
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Our Approach
Experience a real & relaxed approach to narrow the gap between you and your therapist.
Laura & her associates follow 4 core values...
Warmth
We pride ourselves on making you feel comfortable, at ease and ensuring you feel understood.
Dedication
We go above and beyond to meet your needs. If we can't help you, we will connect you with someone else who may be able to.
Vulnerability
We model openness, honesty and genuineness in our approach as therapists. Connection is our priority.
Equality
We honor the fundamental value of equality and fairness for all.
We are dedicated to promoting an environment of respect and appreciation for all identities and expressions at the intersections of ethnicity, race, nationality, sexual/affectional orientation, gender, size, age, physical and mental abilities, religion/spirituality, socioeconomic status, and immigration status.
At Laura Gatien & Associates, our therapists value the dignity and worth of all people.
Our therapists are committed to inclusivity, affirmative, intersectional and anti-oppressive practice. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere of openness, trust, and safety. While fostering a space of acceptance where all attitudes, beliefs, values, and behaviors can be freely discussed and explored.
Territorial acknowledgement: We respectfully share that we live and practice as guests on the unsurrendered and unceded Traditional lands of Wolastoqiyik and along Wolastoq (beautiful and bountiful river). We are committed to Piluwitahasuwawsuwakon (a Wolastoqey phrase that advocates for actions toward Truth and Reconciliation) as we engage and work with Indigenous peoples.
Sign up for your weekly
mental health check-in
with Laura.
An email full of tips & strategies on mental health topics just for you, even if you feel you don't have mental health issues.
Your email will not be shared with any other person or entity. You can unsubscribe at any time at the bottom of every email.
Laura Gatien & Associates Counselling Services
Find us at
307 Westmorland Road
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Saint John Location
307 Westmorland Rd.
Saint John, NB
E2J 2G2
Fredericton Location
891 Riverside Drive
Fredericton, NB
E3A 8P9
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Covid19 Updates, Virtual & In-Person Counselling Sessions
IMPORTANT
As of March 14, 2022 the province has removed all Covid-19 measures.
Masks are now optional and we recommend everyone take their own protective measures, especially if you are at higher risk.
We continue to offer both in-person & virtual sessions. Please call to switch to a virtual appointment if you wish.
Please note 24 hours notice is required for appointment cancellations* as a time commitment was made to you and was held exclusively for you. This also allows us the time to offer the appointment to another client who is waiting to be seen.
Please call (506) 651-1239 for any appointment changes. Thank you.
*There will be a half session charge for all late cancels (less than 24 hours notice) and a full session charge for no shows.
Our Free Friday drop-in program will remain hybrid (both in-person and virtual therapy offered), but we recommend a phone call session if you are able to call. If not, please drop in. We are here to provide support and guidance every Friday from 1-4 pm.