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Monday 8:30am - 9:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 9:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 9:30pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 2pm

A Holding Place

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St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL
A Holding Place

We offer a warm, welcoming, and safe space to help you work through life's challenges. We also offer the option of telephone counselling sessions.

A Holding Place provides counselling services for individuals, couples, and families in a warm and safe environment. We are available for daytime and evening appointments, to accommodate your schedule. We offer a free brief telephone intake to establish your counselling needs. To learn more about our practice and meet our counsellors please visit our website:

http://aholdingplace.ca/about-us/

09/16/2026

September is Su***de Awareness and Prevention Month.

We can change the narrative around mental health with open and honest conversations. You do not need to be an expert to help somoeone - listening, asking, and checking in can make a difference.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are concerned about someone else, please call 9-8-8 for the Su***de Crisis Hotline or text “CONNECT” to the Crisis Line at 686868.

09/11/2026

We hope everyone is enjoying their first week back to school!🍎✏️

Getting back into your typical routine? A Holding Place is here to support you during this transition whether you're a student, parent, caregiver, or educator.

Lets work on our well-beings, gain confidence, and support ourselves to help make this school year as positive and successful as possible!

Call us at 709 738-0432 or email [email protected] to set up an appointment with your favourite cousellors here at A Holding Place.

09/03/2026

New Counsellor Alert!

Introducing Bethany Watts...

Bethany is a Certified Counsellor and has extensive experience supporting youth, adults, and families in both individual and group settings. She has particular expertise in supporting individuals navigating trauma, grief and loss, bereavement by su***de, and addiction.

Above all, she believes in meeting people where they are, listening without judgment, and creating a space where individuals feel heard, understood, and supported.

Fun facts about Bethany, she was raised in Gros Morne National Park and has lived in four provinces before making her way back home to Newfoundland.

When she’s not working, you’ll often find her hiking, running, or soaking up as much time in the mountains as possible.

If you think Bethany would be a good fit for you, contact us at: [email protected], (709) 738-0432 or book online: https://book.click4time.com/aholdingplace/book/step1

08/28/2026

The time has finally come to reveal our exciting news...

🌟Effective September 1st, we are launching our new Referral Program!🌟

How it works:

If you refer someone to our services, you may be eligible to receive a token of our appreciation.

Please contact us at 709 738-0432 or [email protected] for more information!

08/25/2026

Have you met the newest member of our team?

This is Julia, she is our full time admin, the smiling face greeting you when you walk in the door and the one you often hear on the other end of the phone answering all your questions!

Julia started with us part-time in February, but since completing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Hons.) this May, she has joined us full time. She is working toward becoming a counsellor herself and loves to help others.

Fun fact: Julia loves travelling and has been to 9 countries so far! In her free time, she enjoys reading, playing piano, and spending time outdoors with loved ones.

If you need help setting up an appointment, Julia is here to lend a hand and guide you to find a counsellor who is right for you!

08/21/2026

What was that? You heard about A Holding Place how?

Keep your eyes (and ears) out for an exciting announcement coming next Friday!👀

08/18/2026

Hear from Lindsay...
“I’ve been with A Holding Place for the past two years, and I absolutely love my job as a counsellor. I feel so fortunate to do work that I’m passionate about and to support people through their healing journeys.
Outside of work, I’m a proud dance mom, dog mom, and tea lover! I also love thrifting and finding unique treasures. My favourite area of counselling is trauma counselling, as I truly believe in people’s ability to heal, grow, and move forward from difficult experiences”.

To book a session with Lindsay, contact us at: [email protected], (709) 738-0432 or book online: https://book.click4time.com/aholdingplace/book/step1

08/14/2026

Exciting news is coming your way! Keep an eye out for our announcement👀

07/13/2026

We are celebrating 1 year with Leigha at A Holding Place!

A fun fact about Leigha is that she has traveled to 25 countries and lived in 3 of them. In her spare time she likes to read, sew, and spend time with her family and friends.

She offers individual and family counselling and especially enjoys working with children and teens. Her favourite modalities for therapy are DBT and EMDR.

Leigha has daytime, evening, and weekend availability for in person or virtual sessions.

To book with Leigha, contact us at: [email protected], (709) 738-0432 or book online: https://book.click4time.com/aholdingplace/book/step1

07/10/2026

We recently celebrated our office dog, Sunny's Gotcha Day at A Holding Place!🐾

She is an ex-racing greyhound who was rescued from Australia. She survived and even enjoyed her first Newfoundland winter!

Sunny enjoys going for walks and basking in the sun during our summer months.

You may find Sunny hanging around the office when you are in for your sessions - be sure to say hello!👋

Address

1 Mount Cashel Road
St. John's, Newfoundland And Labrador, NL
A1A1X6

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 9:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 9:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+17097380432

Website

http://www.aholdingplace.ca/

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