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Direct Billing Available
and more...
You Deserve
Support
Not Judgement
Counselling offers a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what you've been carrying.
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Therapy in
Mount Pearl
and virtually across
Newfoundland & Labrador
Break the Cycle
One call to get started is all it takes....
Recognition
"Something Isn't Right"
Something needs to change
"I can't keep living like this"
Hope it will change on its own
"This just needs time"
Avoiding & Shutting Down
"This is never going to change"
Overwhelm sets in
"Why is this so hard for me"
Not sure if change is possible
"I don't think this will ever change"
Change is possible
There is a way forward
Sophia Thistle
Owner & Counsellor
B.A, B.Ed, MACP, RCT-C, CCC
Originally from Newfoundland, I believe everyone deserves a space where they can slow down, feel genuinely heard, and navigate life's challenges with support. My goal is to create a warm, compassionate environment where we can work together toward meaningful and lasting change.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults, with a particular focus on trauma, anxiety, burnout, women's mental health, self-worth, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, integrating therapies such as EMDR, ACT, CBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, compassion-focused therapy, and somatic approaches.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not like yourself, we'll work together to better understand what's keeping you there, develop practical tools, and help you move toward the life you want to live.
"Therapy should provide a safe, supportive space to explore life's challenges, gain clarity, and create meaningful change"
My Approach
Goal Oriented
Collaborative
Evidence-Based
Compassionate
Whole-Person
Clinical Modalities
EMDR
Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Helps process distressing experiences and reduce their emotional impact
CPT
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Addresses and restructures unhelpful thoughts related to past experiences
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Helps identify patterns, challenge unhelpful thinking, and build skills to improve daily life
ACT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Builds flexibility, resilience, and action guided by your values
PCT
Person-Centered Therapy
Supports self-discovery and growth in a non-judgmental space
MBT
Mindfulness Based Therapy
Develops present moment awareness to reduce stress and overwhelm
ST
Somatic Therapy
Uses body awareness to process stress and emotions
ABT
Attachment -Based Therapy
Strengthens relationships by exploring attachment patterns
SFT
Solution Focused Therapy
Focuses on strengths, goals, and practical solutions
Certifications & Training
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) - Yorkville University
Bachelor of Art in Psychology (BA) - Memorial University of Newfoundland
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Certification Training
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Certification Training
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Certification
Crisis Response Training
Traumatic Psychological Injury Training
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Training
Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1
Intensive Mindfulness Certification Course
Indigenous Canada Course Certificate
Clinical Trauma Specialist Certification Training
GETTING STARTED
Booking a Consultation
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Taking the first step can feel like the hardest part. We've made the process simple and supportive.
Book Online
Choose a time that works best for you
Consultation Call
A 10-15 minute call to connect
Discuss Your Needs
We'll talk about what you are experiencing and your goals.
Explore Next Steps
We'll decide together the best route forward
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Contact Us
Address
40 Commonwealth Ave Suite 116
Mount Pearl, NL A1N 1E7
Contact
709-730-5742
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday
Closed