NICE TO MEET YOU
Our team of professionals offer high-quality, confidential, psychotherapy services to individuals and
couples who are seeking help working through the issues they are facing in their lives and relationships.
Jamie-Lynn Sluman
BA, RSSW
CEO, Psychotherapist
Hello and welcome to Aura The Psychotherapy Centre! I am Jamie-Lynn Sluman BA, RSSW, Founder, CEO, and therapist for AURA.
Who am I? Before anything else, I am a wife and a mom to a beautiful little boy. My husband and I are raising our son on the farm my husband grew up on in Northern Ontario. We love farm life and a life surrounded by nature. Nature and its impact on us as humans inspires me in my personal life but in my professional life as well!
A little bit about my education and experience; I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Gender Equality and Social Justice from Nipissing University, a diploma in Social Service Work from Canadore College, and have completed in-depth trainings in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. Education is so important to me! I pride myself on always seeking new learning opportunities, so I continually grow as a clinician and ensure my clients always receive the highest quality care. I am a registered Social Service Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I have 10 years of experience working in the mental health sector with a variety of populations in the North Bay, Ontario community, and have a passion for helping individuals succeed in their emotional health goals.
After 10 years in social services, one trend that I have noticed is a reluctance from people to reach out for support around their emotional health when they need it. There are so many reasons for this, but they all boil down to one truth; people are suffering in silence. That’s where the dream for Aura The Psychotherapy Centre began. My goal is to make accessing psychotherapy easy, comfortable, and safe! Dr. Gabor Mate is one of the many great minds that has guided my practice and one of the things he talks about is that people cannot be with their pain until they sense compassion from another. This is a key guiding principle behind our work at AURA. When you work with our service, our goal is to ensure you feel an AURA of hope, trust, empathy, and compassion so you feel safe to embrace your journey and grow. Some of the great minds that have inspired me and helped shape how I practice are Dr. Gabor Mate, Brene Brown, Dr. Susan Johnson, Aaron Beck, Judith S. Beck, and the list is always growing! I love learning!
I would love a chance to connect with you to see if I am a fit to walk alongside you in your growth journey!
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Jamie-Lynn
Darren Moulaison
HBSW, MSW, RSW
Director of Clinical Supervision
Darren is our Director of Clinical Supervision and provides supervision to all of the Aura team.
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Darren has served in the social work field for the past 44 years, both in front line client service and in co-ordination/management roles. In the past, Darren has held a program coordination role within the Ministry of Community and Social Services North Central area. He has also had management experience within a hospital environment overseeing crisis intervention, as well as mental health and addictions programming.
Darren has worked as a group and family therapist with a branch of the Northern Ontario Children’s Aid Society, and also has extensive background working with youth and families in the field of addictions. He worked in Sudbury, ON for many years supporting marginalized youth in the city’s downtown core.
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Today, Darren continues to follow his passions working on the frontline as an addictions therapist at Community Counselling Centre of Nipissing. Over the past several years Darren has worked more exclusively with clients presenting with grief issues, including the senior client population who are facing life transitional challenges and loss. In all of his client interactions, Darren emphasizes a client-centred holistic approach using a variety of treatment modalities. Darren believes in tailoring each treatment plan to each unique client he works with.
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In his spare time, you’ll find Darren enjoying a North Bay Battalion game as a professional fan (Go Troops Go!), or on his beloved boat fishing the beautiful waters of Georgian Bay.
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Darren
Christine Dodds
MA, RP
Psychotherapist
Hello, my name is Christine and I am a Registered Psychotherapist with 15 years experience working in the mental health field. I have a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, and a Mental Health and Addiction Worker diploma. I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Strength-Based/Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I am dedicated to my ongoing professional growth through training and clinical supervision to provide clients with the highest level of quality services. My approach is to work from non-oppressive/ non-judgmental perspective, while encouraging clients to make their own life decisions.
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Life is always presenting us with challenges to overcome and it is important to transform stressors into opportunities for change. I can help you overcome challenges associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem, assertiveness, personal boundaries, personal relationship issues, family related stress, domestic violence, separation, and life transitions. I can help you develop coping skills to manage emotions and provide an alternative perspective to problem areas in your life.
You will set your own therapy goals and decide how you want to spend your time. I understand working through triggering experiences can be difficult and overwhelming, that is why we will break your therapy goals into manageable steps that you are comfortable with. Please feel free to book a consultation to see if I am the right fit for you.
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Christine
Erika Labonte
RPN, CNP (Q)
Counsellor
Navigating through life can be challenging, especially when you are faced with additional stressors such as anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health as a nurse and case manager, I have extensive experience helping people through these difficulties. I take an empathic and compassionate approach with each client and work collaboratively to reach therapeutic goals.
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My personal experience with grief and anxiety has given me a deep understanding of the complexities and the need for self-compassion. I use a combination of different therapeutic approaches, not limited to but including solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Together we can discover new perspectives and tools to help enrich your life and get out of that “stuck feeling” you may be struggling with. I look forward to connecting with you.”
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Erika
Melissa Rogers
RSSW, BSW, RSW
Counsellor
Hi there! I'm Melissa, and I'm excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you in reaching your therapeutic goals! My approach is rooted in recognizing and leveraging your strengths, while also addressing systemic oppression. Together, we'll uncover your inherent strengths and develop effective coping strategies tailored to your unique circumstances.
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I embrace a harm-reduction philosophy, respecting your autonomy and meeting you where you are on your journey to wellness. With over 15 years of experience in social services, including over a decade specializing in mental health and addictions case management and counseling, I bring a wealth of knowledge to our sessions.
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I'm particularly passionate about supporting individuals who have faced gender-based violence, acquired brain injury, and those within the LGBTQIA+ community. Drawing from my own experiences with acquired brain injury and gender-based violence, I offer a deeply empathetic and understanding approach. Additionally, as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I actively engage in community initiatives that celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. Let's work together towards positive change and empowerment.
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Melissa