Meet Our Team of Compassionate Counsellors
Dedicated to Your Journey of Growth & Healing
Dedicated to Your Journey of Growth & Healing
At Awaken Counselling & Wellness, we're committed to breaking barriers in mental health care. Our philosophy centres around the belief that each person's journey is unique, and we provide inclusive counselling services that honour diversity and individual differences. We create a non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their challenges and grow.
Meet Amanda Veszi, BA, BSW, MA (RSW, CCC)
Human-Centred Social Worker Specializing in Children & Youth
Human-Centred Social Worker Specializing in Children & Youth
Amanda is one of our dedicated children’s counselling professionals, bringing years of experience in supporting the emotional and social development of young clients. As a skilled child therapist, she excels in helping clients navigate:
Anxiety and depression
Life transitions
Emotional regulation
Amanda’s strength-based, person-centred approach creates a collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her expertise in anxiety and depression treatment for youth makes her an invaluable asset to our team.
Meet Ashley Westgard, BSW (RSW)
Sex-Positive Therapist Specializing in Trauma Recovery
Sex-Positive Therapist Specializing in Trauma Recovery
Ashley is one of our esteemed trauma recovery specialists, committed to providing a safe and affirming space for individuals navigating complex challenges. Her areas of expertise include:
Trauma recovery therapy
Sex positivity and intimacy concerns
PTSD symptoms management
With extensive certifications in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and other therapeutic approaches, Ashley empowers clients to heal and grow. If you’re seeking sex counselling near me, she addresses a wide range of intimacy and relationship concerns.
Meet Aaron Cruz, BA, BSW (RSW)
Counsellor for Self-Discovery & Personal Development
Aaron is a passionate advocate for personal growth and one of our dedicated individual therapy providers. His approach focuses on:
Guiding clients through anxiety and depression
Navigating life transitions and relationship challenges
Supporting self-discovery and personal development
As a family therapy expert, Aaron specializes in:
Parenting therapy, including support for single parents and co-parents
Strategic family therapy to improve family dynamics
Relationship issues (with self, children, partner)
Aaron’s experience extends to coaching and mental health planning, addictions, ADHD, stress and coping, and self-esteem issues. He tailors his approach to what you feel would be most helpful in achieving your goals.
Counsellor for Self-Discovery & Personal Development
Meet Travis Archer, BA, MA
Counsellor for Individuals, Couples & Families
Travis helps clients build psychological strength and flexibility using evidence-based techniques. He supports individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, offering a compassionate, person-centred approach. Travis is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space for healing, growth, and meaningful change.
Travis’s areas of expertise include:
Anxiety and depression management
Trauma recovery
Relationship counselling
Family therapy
His use of evidence-based techniques like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provides clients with practical tools for personal growth and improved mental well-being.
Counsellor for Individuals, Couples & Families
Meet Morgan Baxter-Smith, RSW
Compassionate Social Worker Specializing in Maternal Mental Health
Morgan is a registered social worker who brings a person-centred, trauma-informed approach to her therapy practice. She creates a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, supported, and empowered.
With a deep belief that each client is the expert on their own life, Morgan's role is to guide and collaborate, working together to create a therapeutic approach that fits each individual's unique needs and aspirations.
Morgan's areas of expertise include:
Pregnancy and postpartum care
Maternal mental health
Individual and family support during life transitions
Her commitment to supporting individuals and families through transformative life stages shines through in her practice. Morgan strives to help clients navigate challenges, foster personal growth, and achieve their goals with compassion and understanding.
Social Worker Specializing in Maternal Mental Health
Ready to Work with Us?
Our team of compassionate counsellors will always provide affordable mental health services for our community. Whether you’re seeking support for healing childhood trauma, exploring couples reconnection exercises, or need guidance with porn addiction help, we’re here to support your journey towards mental wellness.
At Awaken Counselling, we’re committed to breaking barriers in mental health care and providing inclusive, accessible support for all. Let us be part of your journey towards healing and growth.
