Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services

02/07/2026

📣 Upcoming Redpath Substance Use Treatment Cycle - Covered under NIHB

Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services is now accepting registrations for an upcoming Redpath Substance Use Treatment Cycle, offered in a virtual group setting.

What is the Redpath Program?
Redpath is a structured, evidence-informed substance use treatment program that supports individuals in exploring their relationship with substances, strengthening coping skills, and building insight, stability, and long-term recovery. The program integrates therapeutic education, reflection, and group support in a respectful, non-judgmental environment.

Program Details
🗓 Cycle Start Date: March 3rd
💻 Format: Virtual group setting
👩‍🏫 Facilitator: Amy Bender
📅 Sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM Registration Deadline
📝 Registration is open until February 27th
Application link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRLSGEtW_ytN3Blu51c-pQurG12z6eNIry8yh58FgIzRiKwg/viewform

Spaces are limited to support a safe and engaging group experience. For registration or more information about whether this program is the right fit, please contact Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services.

01/08/2026

We’re excited to officially unveil our second office location at 670 Airport Rd Unit 205B!🎉

This new space was thoughtfully designed to better serve the diverse needs of our clients. It is fully accessible, located on a main floor, and can be accessed through exterior electric doors.

We are also honoured to offer a space where Indigenous clients may smudge with their therapist, should they wish—supporting culturally meaningful and respectful healing practices.

This expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and client-centred care. We look forward to welcoming you into this new space.

We look forward to working with you!

12/24/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours Notice 🎄
Wishing all of our clients, community partners a warm and peaceful Christmas season.

Our offices will be closed until December 29, unless otherwise previously arranged with your therapist. We will returning phonecalls and email upon our return on the 29th!

Thank you for trusting us with your care this year. We look forward to continuing our work together in the days ahead.

💛 Stay safe, take care, and enjoy the holidays.

12/10/2025

Our friends over at Bright Spot Therapy Services Ltd. are offering something pretty important!

We're so excited to finally share what Lisa and Savannah were up to in Ottawa!!👀

Bright Spot is proud to now offer ASIST Su***de Intervention Training to our community.

This 2-day, in-person workshop teaches you how to:
💛 recognize when someone is having thoughts of su***de
💛 build connection and safety
💛 create a collaborative safety plan

Sometimes, one conversation can make a difference.

This training is perfect for first responders, workplaces, community agencies, and anyone over the age of 16 - no experience required!

Booking is now for February 2026 with special early-bird pricing for groups registered before January!
DM us or email swrigh‪t@bright-spot.ca for dates, hosting details, and early-bird rates.

Together, we can support each other and build a safer community. 💛

12/02/2025

✨ Exciting News — We’re Expanding! ✨

Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services is pleased to announce that we are opening a second location at 205B-670 Airport Road. This location will support increased accessibility and help us better serve the diverse needs of our community.

The new space will also provide a welcoming, culturally supportive environment where clients are able to smudge as part of their healing.

Our second location will be fully operational for the New Year, and we look forward to continuing to offer safe, compassionate, and culturally informed care.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we grow to serve you better.

11/26/2025

**Link had been fixed**

Champagne Counselling and Therapy Services is pleased to invite you to an upcoming educational webinar on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The session will be led by Morghan, our placement student who is completing a practicum with our organization.

Morghan is a fourth-year Psychology student at Université de Hearst, and she will be presenting on an important topic: When Trauma Echoes: Understanding Secondary and Vicarious Trauma in Families and Caregivers.

This webinar is open to anyone interested in learning more about the impacts of trauma on those who support others. We welcome you to join, participate, and expand your understanding.

You can register by scanning the QR code on the poster or by using the link provided below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa9zOYp-ajadcczJi5xhCsmKbzl4-DDi3lrsf-a0v6cRlf_A/viewform?usp=dialog

Send a message to learn more

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