Christian Counselling in Saskatoon and Online

Evidence-based therapy optionally integrated with Christian faith and spirituality.

What is Christian Counselling at Cairis?  We believe that emotional, psychological, and spiritual health are deeply interconnected. Walking through anxiety, depression, marriage strain, trauma, or compulsive habits can often leave you feeling isolated not only from others, but also in your spiritual life. Our practice provides professional, evidence-based therapy that respects, honors, and thoughtfully integrates your Christian faith at whatever level you are comfortable with.

Many individuals seek faith-based support but want the rigor, confidentiality, and skill of a certified clinical counsellor. Our counsellors have completed or are pursuing graduate degrees from accredited Christian seminaries while holding professional registration. We bridge clinical modalities—such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Attachment theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed care—with Christian thought, offering a grounded space where your spiritual values are respected and understood.

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Introducing Jacqueline Block

Master’s level intern therapist

First Session: $0 (100% Free) — A risk-free opportunity to share your story, ask questions, and see if it’s the right therapeutic fit.

In-person in Saskatoon or online

Subsequent Sessions: $60 / 50-minute session

Meet our Christian Counsellors

Thomas Friesen, MA, CCC

Focus

Life Direction
Authentic Living
Trauma
Adult ADHD
Couples Therapy

Services

Individual Counselling
Couples Counselling

Credentials

Masters Of Arts Degree – (Counselling)
Canadian Certified Counsellor
ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider

Jacqueline Block, BS, MTS, MA (in progress)

Focus

Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Self-esteem
Recovery from abuse and neglect
Live direction

Services

Individual Counselling

Credentials

Master of Arts Degree (Counselling) – In progress
Student member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapists Association

Leighton Tebay BA, MC, CCC

Leighton Tebay Counsellor and IFS Therapist

Focus

Recovery from abuse, neglect or abandonment
PTSD and CPTSD
Compulsive Sexual Activity
Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse

Services

Individual Counselling

Credentials

Masters Degree in Counselling
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Level 2 IFS Therapist

Alexandria Kennedy MC, CCC

Alexandria Kennedy Autism and ADHD therapist

Focus

ADHD
Autism
Chronic Illness
Grief

Services

Individual Counselling

Credentials

Master’s Degree in Counselling
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Certified Autism Clinical Specialist

Areas of Support from Christian Counsellors

Our Saskatoon team works with youth, adults, and couples across a variety of areas:Christian counselling provided in Saskatoon

  • Anxiety & Depression: Overcoming persistent sadness, fear, and hopelessness while restoring a sense of peace and purposeful living.
  • Trauma, PTSD & CPTSD: Helping people healing the wounds of childhood neglect, relational abuse, or spiritual boundary violations using evidence-based modalities like IFS.
  • Couples & Marriage Therapy: Rebuilding broken trust, resolving recurring communication cycles, and strengthening your covenant.
  • Support and clinical education for neurodivergent people: We help clients with ADHD and Autism make sense of their condition and find new ways to thrive.
  • Compulsive Habits & Sexual Integrity: Trauma informed, shame-free recovery from compulsive sexual behaviors / pornography use.
  • Grief, Loss & Life Transitions: Moving through profound sorrow, vocational changes, and family stress with steady support.

Christian Counselling FAQ

How does Christian counselling differ from pastoral care?

Pastoral care focuses primarily on spiritual guidance, discipleship, and prayer within a church community. At Cairis  Counselling you are supported by a master’s-level professional, utilizing evidence-based clinical models while integrating Christian principles and practice at your request.

Do I need to be a practicing Christian to receive counselling at Cairis?

Not at all. Cairis Counselling warmly welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, beliefs, and worldviews. At Cairis, we recognize that Christians may come from evangelical, mainline Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, or other Christian traditions. We also recognize that people can have complicated relationships with Christianity, including experiences of spiritual abuse, shame, rejection, or religious trauma. We do not impose our beliefs, and we meet every client with unconditional respect and care.

Who is this a good fit for?

For everyone regardless of their religious background we offer clinical counselling using proven approaches to help people with a wide range of mental health concerns.  We are great option for those Christians who want a counsellor where Christian values are understood those values are respected.  Others might want a deeper integration with Christian thought and practice, and we offer that as well.

Is Christian counselling at Cairis covered by private insurance in Saskatchewan?

Therapy offered by Canadian Certified Counsellors qualify for coverage with benefit plans that explicitly cover clinical counsellors and psychotherapists.  However some plans only cover services offered by Registered Psychologists and Registered Social Workers.  It all depends on the contract between your employer and your benefits provider.  We encourage checking your specific policy details.  Unfortunately, no one at Cairis Counselling is covered by NIHB the Non-Insured Health Benefits plan for indigenous persons.

Do you provide in-person therapy in Saskatoon or online options?

We offer both. In-person sessions take place at our downtown Saskatoon office located on the 3rd Floor of the CIBC Building (201 21st St East). Secure online video therapy is also available for residents throughout Saskatchewan and western Canada.