Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services

11/17/2025

We would like to welcome Morghan who will be with us for a brief 6 week internship!

"Hello, my name is Morghan Byrnes, I am a fourth-year Psychology student at Université de Hearst, currently completing a six-week placement at Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services.

I have lived in Timmins my entire life, and I am strongly motivated to contribute to increasing the availability of psychological services in Northern communities in the future.

Outside of my academic and placement responsibilities, I enjoy spending time outdoors, particularly at my family cottage throughout the year. I have a long standing passion for sports - especially hockey - and have been a dedicated volunteer with Porcupine Minor Hockey for most of my life.

I am deeply passionate about mental health, with a particular interest in trauma. I am motivated to expand my knowledge in this area and learn from a variety of experiences and perspectives. "

11/01/2025

🎉✨ Celebrating One Year! ✨🎉

Today marks one year since Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services officially opened its doors!
What an incredible journey it has been — filled with growth, learning, and the privilege of supporting so many individuals, families, and communities along the way. 💙

This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing clients, dedicated team, and community partners who have trusted and supported us from day one. Your belief in our mission keeps us inspired every day.

Here’s to continuing to create safe spaces for healing, connection, and growth — and to many more years ahead! 🌿💫

With Respect,

Patrick Champagne, RSW HBSW
Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services

10/21/2025

We are incredibly excited to welcome Amy Bender to the Champagne Counselling and Therapy Service's Team!

Hello, Boozhoo, Wachay,
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and affiliate with the Society for the Advancement of Actuarial Risk Need Assessment (SAARNA), I provide counselling and risk assessments for individuals who have been charged/convicted of a sexual offence. These services are currently only being offered virtually.

I am a strong advocate for holistic wellness and believe balance is crucial in our healing journey. In my practice, I utilize strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches, working with clients to build healthy coping strategies, strengthen connections to supports, and achieve identified goals.

Areas of focus include:(but not limited to) Anger Management
Mental Health Illness: Anxiety, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anti-Social Personality Disorder, Suicidal Ideation) Self-Esteem/Confidence, S*xual Offences, Registered S*x Offenders, Individuals charged and/or convicted of a sexual offence, Stress Management, Substance Use /Misuse/Addiction, System Navigation (Legal, Child Welfare, Social Services), Trauma (Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder [CPTSD] and PTSD, and Intergenerational Trauma)

I am beyond grateful for the amazing mentors, supervisors, coworkers, along with Grandmother, elders, and Traditional Healers and Knowledge Keepers who shared with me throughout Treaty 9. I carry these teachings and lessons with a grateful heart, sharing openly and honestly to best support
my clients.

I look forward to working with you!

I can be reached directly at amy@patchampagne.com

https://patrickchampagnerswhbsw.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/8

09/08/2025

We are incredibly excited to welcome Mackenzie Tomiuk to the Champagne Counselling and Therapy Service's team!

Mackenzie brings a wealth of knowledge and focuses her practice on working with children and families who live with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

"My role is not to 'treat autism' but rather to support and educate families in embracing a neurodiversity-affirming perspective. I believe in presuming competence, respecting body autonomy, and recognizing that connection and autonomy will always hold more value than compliance. My goal is to walk alongside families as they navigate challenges while also helping them celebrate the strengths, uniqueness, and joy their children bring."
Through some diverse professional experiences, I have developed the skills to work with many different populations—children, families, adults, and seniors—each with their own unique needs. My practice is client-centered, collaborative, and adaptable. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients recognize, manage, and regulate their emotions, while always tailoring my approach to the individual in front of me."

Mackenzie is currently accepting clients for evening and weekend appointments!

You can book directly with Mackenzie by calling 705-360-3132, emailing her at Mackenzie@patchampagne.com or via our Janeapp Portal for Self-Booking

https://patrickchampagnerswhbsw.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/7

08/07/2025

We are growing again!
Come join this fast growing team!

03/18/2025

A great workshop from our friends over at Creating Connection!

✨FREE Virtual Workshop✨

Join Andréanne Charbonneau, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) on April 3rd for some tools and practices for navigating pregnancy after loss. Explore topics such as balancing grief and joy, myths about grief, managing guilt, and finding micro moments of self-care.

🗓 April 3, 2025
🕛 12pm-12:50pm
📍 Virtually from anywhere

We look forward to connecting with you! Register by emailing admin@creatingconnectioncft.com

03/15/2025

Men’s sharing circle happening on the 17th!

02/27/2025

Shalissa is still accepting new clients!

We are beyond excited to welcome Shalissa Hannaberry to the team!

Hello!

I am Shalissa, a registered Social Worker who is honored to work in support of folks on their life journey. I have worked with children and their families through the education and the child welfare systems. I am passionate about helping children and youth learn about their emotions and behaviors and how to express themselves. I work with children and youth who live with exceptionalities, traumas, anxiety, and depression.

I work with folks who have experienced trauma, chronic health diagnosis and life limiting diagnosis, and a variety of mental health concerns. I believe in taking a client centered approach, you are the expert in your own lived experience, and I am here to support you and offer you tools that work for you!

Shalissa is currently accepting clients with no wait time!
To book, please click the link before or call the office at 705-360-3132!

https://patrickchampagnerswhbsw.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/4

02/07/2025

Another great group hosted by our friends over at Clarity Counselling Services!

📣 We are thrilled to be hosting our Youth Group: Mindful Minds 🧠, starting in March 2025!

Our group is centered on supporting youth in understanding their emotions, building coping strategies, cultivating problem-solving skills, enhancing social skills, and developing self-awareness 🌱.

✍️ Registration is open at the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/JbgVjmbfFP

01/17/2025

We are beyond excited to welcome Shalissa Hannaberry to the team!

Hello!

I am Shalissa, a registered Social Worker who is honored to work in support of folks on their life journey. I have worked with children and their families through the education and the child welfare systems. I am passionate about helping children and youth learn about their emotions and behaviors and how to express themselves. I work with children and youth who live with exceptionalities, traumas, anxiety, and depression.

I work with folks who have experienced trauma, chronic health diagnosis and life limiting diagnosis, and a variety of mental health concerns. I believe in taking a client centered approach, you are the expert in your own lived experience, and I am here to support you and offer you tools that work for you!

Shalissa is currently accepting clients with no wait time!
To book, please click the link before or call the office at 705-360-3132!

https://patrickchampagnerswhbsw.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/4

01/10/2025

So incredibly humbled.

From the bottom of my heart, I’d like to say a big Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this day a huge success.

Patrick Champagne is a registered social worker offering trauma, addiction, and family counselling. His office will include a family therapist who works with children and youth, and will offer a placement for an addiction and mental health counselling student from Northern College.

01/10/2025

Our grand opening has officially started!
Feel free to drop and check out our comfortable space and inquire about the services we offer!