Branches Counselling

Branches Counselling Non-judgmental, compassionate counselling. Remote and in-person sessions based out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

We offer diverse, evidence-based approaches to support you through difficulties.

Each of our therapists specialize in different areas which can help guide you to who might be the best fit.We also recom...
04/14/2026

Each of our therapists specialize in different areas which can help guide you to who might be the best fit.

We also recommend booking a free 15 minute phone or video call consultation to chat with one of our therapists prior to booking if you aren’t sure!

We love this quote. There is so much shame and fear around being “lazy.” But there’s so much more to the story when we g...
04/07/2026

We love this quote. There is so much shame and fear around being “lazy.” But there’s so much more to the story when we go deeper.

Executive dysfunction. Overwhelm. Perfectionism. Trauma. Depression. Chronic pain. A nervous system that’s been running on empty for too long.

When we stop labelling and start getting curious, we usually find someone who’s struggling with something, not someone choosing to do nothing.

If you’re finding it hard to move through the things you want to do, that’s worth exploring.

📍 Saskatoon, SK
🌿 branchescounselling.ca

Therapist credentials matter.When you’re looking for a therapist, it’s okay to ask questions.Here are three things worth...
04/05/2026

Therapist credentials matter.

When you’re looking for a therapist, it’s okay to ask questions.

Here are three things worth checking in on:
🎓 What’s their education?
👥 Do they receive clinical supervision?
📋 Have they had formal clinical training?

These aren’t rude questions. A good therapist will welcome them. You deserve to know that the person you’re trusting with your inner world has done the work to be there.

At Branches, all of our therapists have a Masters degree, receive monthly individual and group supervision, and are required to take clinical training every year.

Ever had a moment when someone you love is going through something awful — and you just don’t know what to say or do? Yo...
03/24/2026

Ever had a moment when someone you love is going through something awful — and you just don’t know what to say or do? You’re not alone.

This book is a warm, honest, and even funny guide to showing up for the people in your life when it matters most. This book can help you move past the fear of saying “the wrong thing” and toward real, meaningful connection — whether someone is grieving, facing illness, or navigating any sort of difficult situation.

We love practical books that show us how to put empathy in action in day to day life💚

The burnout you see in social workers, nurses, teachers, frontline workers, etc. isn’t a character flaw. It’s what happe...
03/20/2026

The burnout you see in social workers, nurses, teachers, frontline workers, etc. isn’t a character flaw. It’s what happens when compassionate people work inside broken systems for too long.

Here’s how it actually unfolds:
It starts with moral injury — being forced to act against your own values day after day. You know a family needs real support but all you can offer is a six-month waitlist.

Then learned helplessness sets in. You raised concerns. Nothing changed. So you stopped trying.

Impossible caseloads force you to triage in ways that feel like betrayal. The meaningful work that drew you to the profession becomes impossible.

Metrics replace mission. The system measures forms completed, not lives changed.

Secondary trauma goes unaddressed because the system treats emotional processing as a luxury.

The cruelest part? The people most susceptible to this are the ones who cared the most to begin with.

If burnout has left you feeling exhausted, disconnected, or wondering where the version of you that loved this work went — our counsellor Sarrah gets it. She’s worked in high-demand nonprofit environments herself and knows firsthand what these systems ask of the people inside them. She’s here to help you process, recover, and find your way back to yourself.

You don’t have to have the right words when you walk in. “I don’t know where to start” is a perfectly fine place to star...
03/15/2026

You don’t have to have the right words when you walk in. “I don’t know where to start” is a perfectly fine place to start. Let’s figure it out together. 🌱

03/13/2026

Our therapist Marcela specializes in interpersonal/domestic violence and has a few words of wisdom to share:

- Other types of abuse beyond physical are legitimate types of violence

- There are complex reasons why people stay in these relationship, it’s not simple to “just leave”

- This can happen to anyone

- Having compassion for yourself can help you move forward

If you’re experiencing interpersonal violence in your relationship(s), please reach out and get connected to Marcela or another therapist who specializes in this area. You deserve to heal💚

Hi, I’m Taylor 👋
I’m the Director of Operations at Branches Counselling and the person behind the emails, phone calls, a...
03/11/2026

Hi, I’m Taylor 👋

I’m the Director of Operations at Branches Counselling and the person behind the emails, phone calls, and front desk hellos.

Trying somewhere new can feel intimidating, especially when it comes to counselling. I’m here to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible, whether that’s answering insurance questions, helping you find the right counsellor, or just being a calm and friendly presence to talk to on the phone.

If you’ve ever called or walked through our door, there’s a good chance we’ve already met. I’m here to help make the experience a little lighter in any way I can.

This is our space. A place where honest, hard, healing conversations happen. A place where our therapists meet you where...
03/10/2026

This is our space. A place where honest, hard, healing conversations happen.

A place where our therapists meet you where you’re at.

A place where you can speak the things that have been sitting heavy on your heart.

A place where you can slow down long enough to understand yourself a little more clearly.

A place where the messy, complicated parts of being human are welcomed.

Welcome here💚

🌿 Marcela, Sarrah, and Martha are currently accepting new clients!🌱 Marcela specializes in interpersonal violence, compl...
03/09/2026

🌿 Marcela, Sarrah, and Martha are currently accepting new clients!

🌱 Marcela specializes in interpersonal violence, complex trauma, sexual violence, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder.

🌱 Sarrah specializes in anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, neurodivergence, and body image.

🌱 Martha specializes in anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, caregiver support, and chronic health challenges.

If you’re interested in meeting any of them, feel free to schedule a free, 15-minute consult to see if they might be a good fit for you 😊

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and care women bring into their families, workplace...
03/08/2026

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and care women bring into their families, workplaces, and communities.

But many women are quietly carrying a lot behind the scenes — responsibilities, expectations, emotional labour, and the pressure to keep everything running.

Being capable doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy.
Holding everything together can take a real toll.

Today can also be a reminder to check in — with yourself and with the women in your life. 💚

🌿What do we offer here at Branches? ♿️ Accessibility:• Wheelchair accessible doorways and bathroom.• No stairs to enter ...
03/06/2026

🌿What do we offer here at Branches?

♿️ Accessibility:
• Wheelchair accessible doorways and bathroom.
• No stairs to enter any part of our space.
• Accessible parking spots available upon advance request.

🍼 Child-friendly:
• Babies are welcome to accompany you to appointments.
• Change table available for use.
• Fridge available to store formula, breastmilk, etc.

🍎 Refreshments:
• We have various complimentary beverages (coffee, tea, water bottles, juice boxes, Bubbly, etc.)
• And snacks (granola bars, chips, fruit snacks, etc.) available.

💲Affordability:
• We offer sliding scale services on a case by case basis.
• We accept postponed payments or create payment plans to make counselling more affordable.
• Direct billing to several insurance providers.

🐶 Pet-friendly:
• Feel free to bring cats or dogs to your appointment with your therapist, even if they are not a licensed support animal.

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1815-D Lorne Avenue
Saskatoon, SK
S7H1Y5

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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