About Us
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" Family Enrichment reaffirms its mission to enrich individuals, families, and communities through counselling, education, and advocacy. In particular, we turn our attention to the Wolastoqiyik, Mi’kmaq and Passamaquoddy peoples, the original caretakers of the unceded land on which we reside. We recognize our role in the work of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and commit ourselves to ongoing education, advocacy, and solidarity."
Family Enrichment and Counselling Service Inc is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and managed by an Executive Director.
Executive Director - Leentje Deleuil, MSc, BbA
Leentje joined the Family Enrichment and Counselling Service Team in Fredericton in February 2019. Leentje is a highly experienced, dedicated, multilingual leader with a huge experience in both private and non profit sector where she acquired valuable experience in human resources, labour relations, training and development and networking. She is skilled at identifying, evaluating and responding to needs of an organization and strives to excel. You can reach Leentje by telephone at 506-458-8211, extension 224, toll free at 1-888-829-6777
or by email at ed@familyenrichment.ca.
Office Manager - Paula Poirier
Paula has been working at Family Enrichment since September 2005. She is an Honours graduate of the Atlantic Business College. Paula looks forward to coming to work every day and this is what she has to say, “I work with a wonderful group of caring people and I believe that Family Enrichment and Counselling Service can make a positive difference in people’s lives!” To contact Paula, please call 506-458-8211, extension 229 or toll free at 1-888-829-6777, or email paulap@familyenrichment.ca
Receptionist - Jennifer Paul
Jen's biography is coming soon…
To reach reception dial 506-458-8211 ext. 220
Clinical Advisor - Tracy Houlding, L.Lb., M.Ed., CCC
Tracy provides counselling to individuals and couples. She has completed advanced training in Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples, as well as training in Gottman Couples Therapy, working with survivors of sexual violence, the treatment of depression and anxiety, stress management and cognitive behavioural interventions for emotional eating. She particularly enjoys helping people work through major life transitions by helping them access their own strengths and resources.
Leentje joined the Family Enrichment and Counselling Service Team in Fredericton in February 2019. Leentje is a highly experienced, dedicated, multilingual leader with a huge experience in both private and non profit sector where she acquired valuable experience in human resources, labour relations, training and development and networking. She is skilled at identifying, evaluating and responding to needs of an organization and strives to excel. You can reach Leentje by telephone at 506-458-8211, extension 224, toll free at 1-888-829-6777
or by email at ed@familyenrichment.ca.
Office Manager - Paula Poirier
Paula has been working at Family Enrichment since September 2005. She is an Honours graduate of the Atlantic Business College. Paula looks forward to coming to work every day and this is what she has to say, “I work with a wonderful group of caring people and I believe that Family Enrichment and Counselling Service can make a positive difference in people’s lives!” To contact Paula, please call 506-458-8211, extension 229 or toll free at 1-888-829-6777, or email paulap@familyenrichment.ca
Receptionist - Jennifer Paul
Jen's biography is coming soon…
To reach reception dial 506-458-8211 ext. 220
Clinical Advisor - Tracy Houlding, L.Lb., M.Ed., CCC
Tracy provides counselling to individuals and couples. She has completed advanced training in Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples, as well as training in Gottman Couples Therapy, working with survivors of sexual violence, the treatment of depression and anxiety, stress management and cognitive behavioural interventions for emotional eating. She particularly enjoys helping people work through major life transitions by helping them access their own strengths and resources.
Psychologist Clinical Psychologist - Tom McAvity, Lic. psychologist
Tom offer mental health counselling dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, stress management, hypertension, PTSD, and addictions. Tom’s specialty is mindfulness.
Counsellor - Noelle McHugh, MSW, RSW
Noelle McHugh has been a social worker for the past 35 years. She graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Saint Thomas University in 1983 and a Master of Social Work degree from Carleton University in 1985. She started her career working at Centracare Psychiatric Hospital as a psychiatric social worker in Saint John, NB where she worked from 1985 to 1987 before moving to Ottawa, Ontario and starting employment with the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa-Carleton. She worked for Ottawa CAS from 1987 to 1991 as a member of a specialized family therapy team called the Adolescent Crisis Team. Following this employment she moved back to Saint John where she was employed from 1992 to 2001 in child welfare with the Department of Health and Community Services. While with this department she worked with youth who were in the permanent care of the province and she also lead the regional Youth Treatment Team which was a multi agency advisory team for youth with Conduct Disorder.
Counsellor - Bobby Ross, BA, M.Ed, CCC
Bobby Ross specializes in counselling adolescents and in issues related to trauma such as PTSD. Bobby also provides counselling to individuals of all ages. Bobby supervises clinical interns from the M.Ed. program at UNB
Counsellor - Sara Vikse-Brenton, MSc (Psych), CCC, LCT
Sara started as a casual counsellor with Family Enrichment in 2012 and joined the staff full time in 2017. Sara works with youth and adults with a variety of concerns including but not limited to, depression; anxiety; relationships and family violence. She works from a strengths-based approach, utilizing mindfulness techniques and solution-focused therapy. Sara facilitates the Changing Tides program for women who live or have lived in aggressive relationships.
Counsellor - Anne Caverhill, MSW
Anne Caverhill specializes in grief counselling to individuals of all ages. Anne also facilitates a grief support group. Anne has a great deal of experience dealing with terminally ill clients and their families and with families trying to determine arrangements for aging parents.
Counsellor - Anne St. Pierre, MSc.(psych), CCC, LCT
Anne joined the Family Enrichment and Counselling Service Team in Fredericton in 2019 as a contract psychotherapist. French being her first language, she is a bilingual Certified Canadian Counselor (CCC) from the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and a Licensed Counselling Therapist (CTA) from the College of Counselling Therapists of NB. With a combination of expertise in theoretical training and practical experience, she is well-rounded in the field of child/teen and family therapy, individual counseling, and couple dynamics. Through her master’s degree in counselling psychology and a diploma in social service, she built knowledge in the following counseling fields : Choice Theory, Ethics, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Alcohol Addiction, DBT, Establishing a therapeutic consciousness for effective therapy, Narrative practice with couple therapy, Principles of mediation, Using undercover teams to re-story bullying relationships, Play-based Therapy, Supporting Indigenous Young People, Addressing Trauma in Conquered People, and Systemic Oppression and Traumatic Stress: Evidence-based Social Justice Interventions.
She is also trained to give: attachment-based therapy to promote healthy parent-child attachment, Mental Health First Aid, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). She has built specialized expertise in the field of family communication and dynamics through these numerous training opportunities and in her personal experiences, being a mom of four and a foster parent for many years. Most recently, during the pandemic, she received training in children and family crisis management serving the Kids Help Phone line at a national level and is currently a facilitator for The Sake of the Children for the province of NB. She has always been very passionate about social work, notably working with children, teenagers, and family dynamics. She is able to build strong, empathy-based connections with parents and children that allows her to guide them toward healthier lives.
Counsellor - Alexander (Sandy) Gordon, MSW, RSW
Alexander (Sandy) Gordon has worked as a contractor at Family Enrichment since 2002. Sandy also provides individual, couples, and family counselling. He specializes in men’s anger management and domestic violence issues. Before Family Enrichment, Sandy worked for 26 years with the provincial government in child welfare programs, primarily child protection.
Sandy is committed to helping clients make sense of their lives and find positive solutions to situations of personal conflict and discouragement.
Counsellor - Jocelyn Anderson, MSW,RSW
Jocelyn Anderson (she/they) is a registered social worker who provides counselling to adolescents and adults. In her work at Family Enrichment, she draws on her 5+ years of experience in working with individuals who are seeking support for anxiety, depression, anger, and grief. She particularly enjoys helping people to draw on their internal strengths and gain positive coping skills.
Jocelyn received her Bachelor and Master of Social Work at Ryerson University in Toronto, Ontario. New to the province, she is excited to call New Brunswick home.
Counsellor - Marilia Paulon, MSW,RSW
Marilia Paulon is a MSW/RSW with a background in Law who provides counselling to youth and adults. In her work as a counsellor, Marilia utilizes a relational, strengths-based approach providing clients with the support they need to overcome challenges related to mental health. As an immigrant herself, Marilia has a special interest in supporting newcomers who are dealing with challenges that come from integrating in a new country.
Marilia co-facilitates the Solace group for the queer community in Fredericton.
Counsellor - Annie Godbout, RSW,MSW
Annie Godbout is a registered social worker with a Masters in Social Work. Annie has been practicing as a social worker for 5 years with various experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages. Annie received a Bachelor of Arts from St Thomas University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Calgary with a specialization in clinical social work practice.
Annie provides individual counselling for adults and teens on various concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, as well as family and relationship issues. Annie’s approach to counselling is collaborative, meaning that you will work together on finding solutions that will work for you.
Counsellor - Jacqueline Buckley, CD, BA, MA Counselling Psych, CCC
After serving 20 years in the Canadian Forces, Jacqueline obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Justice Studies from Royal Roads University and after working as a Crisis Counsellor and later the Operations Manager at a Domestic Violence Shelter, she returned to University and received her Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology. Jacqueline completed her practicum experience with Family Enrichment and currently works as a contractor with the agency. She has training and experience working with veterans and also those struggling with anxiety, trauma and anger management concerns. Jacqueline has extended training as a Certified HeartMath® Trainer, Coach and Practioner; as well as training in Brain Spotting.
Board of Directors
President - Bruce McClary
Bruce is an Information Technology Programmer/Analyst Instructor at NBCC- Fredericton Campus. He joined the Board of Family Enrichment in January 2016 and was appointed Chair in September 2017. Bruce believes in the high quality counselling Family Enrichment provides to thousands of clients every year. - Being an active member of the Board is Bruce’s way to give back to the community.
Vice-President - Mike Ryan, BA, LLB, BSW
Mike joined the Family Enrichment board of Directors in October 2016. He is the Vice-President of the Board. He plays an active role in the John Howard Society of Fredericton and Capital Region Mental Health and Addictions Association. He is co-coordinator for the Fredericton Housing First Services and Street Outreach Program. His office is located in the Men’s Shelter (St. John House) 65 Brunswick St. Mike’s goal is helping Fredericton’s Homeless find and maintain affordable housing.
Treasurer - Tyler Szo, BBA, CPA
Tyler, originally from Harvey Station, completed his accounting designation in 2016 and has sat on numerous boards in Fredericton. He came to Family Enrichment in June of 2018. Being the Treasurer allows Tyler to use his skill set to give back to the community through the wonderful organization Family Enrichment is.
Secretary - Amanda Nason
Amanda Nason joined the Family Enrichment board of Directors as Secretary in October 2018. She currently works for the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labor as a Workers’ Advocate. She also volunteer as a Crisis Intervener and trainer for CHIMO Helpline. Mental wellness is something that is so important and near and dear to her. It is a passion of hers to be able to offer words of encouragement and a listening ear to those in need. She is proud to be a part of an organization that puts mental health at the forefront.
Director - Laurie Guthrie, DeB,DIS
As a long-serving employee of the City of Fredericton, Laurie Guthrie has worked primarily in the field of economic development - spearheading various strategic initiatives to cultivate economic growth, and to earn Fredericton’s brand equity as a ‘Smart City’ and ‘Startup Capital of Canada’.
As Vision 2020 Project Manager, Laurie steered the consultant and 250 stakeholders in the development of Fredericton’s economic development strategy - resulting in a five-year secondment to the community’s economic development agency to facilitate implementation of Vision 2020. She led the rebranding of Ignite Fredericton; creation of task forces to drive priority sector growth; and development of the region’s investment attraction strategy and tool-kit. Laurie also managed the Marketing & Communications Division of Ignite Fredericton, Planet Hatch and Knowledge Park.
Director - Ashley Ricketts-Szo, CPA
Ashley, originally from Saint John, came to the board in January of 2016 as Treasurer. After a leave of absence to complete her accounting designation, she rejoined in December of 2019 as a Director. Family Enrichment has provided so much support for the community and sitting on the Board is one way Ashley is able to give back.
Director - Gabrielle Lee
Gabrielle joined the Family Enrichment board as an ex officio member in September 2019. Gabrielle is a Clinical Social Worker in Child Welfare at the Department of Social Development. She works with many children and families who greatly benefit from the quality counselling service that are offered by the dedicated staff at Family Enrichment.
Director - Lisa O'Blenis
Lisa is a versatile operations manager with experience in both for profit and non-profit sectors. She is a self-starter whose drive and sense of urgency are tempered and disciplined by a concern for quality and accuracy. Imaginative and creative, a source of soundly thought out ideas, strategies, and a skillful problem-solver.
She consistently uses the synergistic power of team planning to achieve goals while promoting a culture of trust and respect.
Lisa joined Family Enrichment in April 2021.
365 Queen Street
Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 1B2 |
Our Hours
Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm 
Info@FamilyEnrichment.ca
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MAIN: (506) 458-8211
Toll Free: 1 888- 829-6777 FAX: (506) 451-9437 |