About Us
WIN Counselling is founded with the purpose of providing therapeutic care for our clients. Our goal is total wellness. We will provide the necessary care to inspire and lead our clients to critically think about their problems, with a view to changing their thinking which will drive behavioral, emotional, psychological and spiritual change.
We believe in upholding and are governed by the code of ethics and law of the profession to keep all client information confidential. Our counselling is established on cutting edge principles based on the Bible, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic modalities. The uniqueness of our business is Christian Counselling.
WIN Counselling operates with high integrity, honesty, compassion and understanding of the human needs. Our motivation is to propitiate trust and bring healing to the mind, soul, body and spirit. We believe in our clients and are committed to the journey of working together to achieve reconciliation, restoration and recovery in their lives.
Dr. Winsome Sterling, DCC, MCC, B.Th. BSc., CCC Certified Clinical Counsellor and Inspirational Educator
Profile Summary:
Dr. Winsome Sterling is a multifaceted professional who excels as a compassionate certified clinical counsellor and a visionary professor. Her expertise spans an array of critical subjects, including Christian perspectives in marriage and family, ethnic diversity, family dynamics, substance abuse, spiritual well-being, and more. With an impressive background in Christian counseling and extensive research, Winsome is dedicated to facilitating transformation in individuals, couples, families, and students alike.
Credentials and Education:
- Doctoral Degree in Christian Counselling: Specialized in Parenting Influence on Psychological Growth and Development from a prestigious institution, showcasing her deep understanding of family dynamics.
- Master’s Degree in Christian Counselling: Providing a strong foundation in merging faith and counseling principles for holistic healing.
- Certified Clinical Counsellor (CCC): Acknowledged for her exceptional skills in clinical counseling and ethical standard.
Professional Expertise:
Dr. Sterling possesses an expansive expertise that bridges clinical practice, education, and research:
Christian Perspective in Marriage and Family:
Ethnic Diversity and Cultural Competence:
Family Dynamics and Addictions:
Spiritual Well-being and Psychotherapy:
Group Dynamics and Theory:
Systems Theory and Family Context:
Teaching and Academic Impact:
As a professor, Dr. Sterling imparts her wealth of knowledge to inspire future counselors and therapists. Her course offerings are diverse and impactful:
Christian Perspective in Marriage and Family:
Winsome educates students on integrating faith and psychology to promote healthy marriages and family relationships
Spiritual Well-being and Psychotherapy:
Her teachings encourage students to explore the integration of spirituality into therapeutic approaches for holistic healing
Ethnic Diversity and Cultural Competence:
She equips students with cultural competence tools to engage effectively with diverse families and address social challenges.
Group Dynamics and Theory:
Winsome's courses delve into family development stages and systems theory to guide students in understanding the holistic context of individuals
Family Dynamics and Addictions:
Winsome's expertise in this area educates students on the complexities of addiction's impact on families and effective therapeutic interventions
Systems Theory and Family Context:
She prepares students for effective group therapy facilitation by instilling a strong foundation in group dynamics and theory
Holistic Approach:
Dr. Sterling seamlessly integrates her clinical experience and academic role, ensuring her students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them to make a positive impact in counselling and mental health fields.
Personal Philosophy:
Dr. Winsome Sterling's commitment to counselling, teaching, and research cements her as a trailblazer in the fields of Christian counselling, family dynamics, substance abuse, spiritual well-being, and more. Her influence extends from counselling rooms to classrooms, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touches.
Objectives
WIN Counselling objectives are:
To provide counselling to individuals, couples, marriage, families and groups.
To provide a safe and trusting environment for counselling.
To provide different therapeutic sessions to enrich and bring restoration and reconciliation to marriage and family.
Assisting the client adjusting to their new way of enjoying life.
To provide special therapeutic care through prayer therapy and sound biblical principles.
Our Mission & Vision
WIN Counselling mission is to empower each person to win in all areas of their lives and relationships by taking control of their purpose and destiny. They will be empowered with the necessary skills to turn their dreams into reality through counselling, education, motivation, assertiveness training and effective communication.
Our vision is to help those individuals within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) who have lost all sense of hope and purpose. We will help the population to improve their self-efficacy and self-determination. WIN Counselling is committed to the community it serves. In striving to alleviate these maladaptive behaviours, we will have seminars, classes, workshops to educate the community. We will also provide treatment and therapeutic care for individuals, couples, families and groups.
WIN Counselling services are designed to enrich, strengthen and increase self-esteem, self-efficacy, communication and financial skills within the family, thus improving the quality of life.
Keys To Success
Our keys to success will be to provide unique and valuable services that are cost effective, enhances and enriches the lives of our clients, promoting growth and development, operating with high ethical standards and cutting-edge technology.
Business Operations
- At the initial meeting, the client will be briefed about the confidentiality agreement, an Intake Form and Psychosocial History Form will be used to gather all relevant information for counselling.
- Fees– Cost for therapy for an individual or couple is $150.00 per hour per session.
- Client with insurance coverage must have prior approval from insurance company in order to receive therapy.
- Client will be informed of any change or emergency with 24 hours.
- Client has the right to cancel appointments within 24 hours of the scheduled appointment.
"I am driven by the belief that through compassionate counselling and transformative education, we can create a ripple effect of healing and growth that touches families, communities, and beyond"
Dr. Winsome Sterling Founder & CEO of WIN Counselling