Tara has been supporting individuals and families for over 27 years, offering a caring and down-to-earth approach to counselling. She works with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, separation and divorce, life transitions, parenting, elder care, self-esteem, grief, and the unique strengths and challenges of neurodivergence.
Tara holds a Master of Education in Counselling from the University of Manitoba and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. With a background in education and a deep commitment to meeting people where they’re at, Tara creates a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take the next steps in their lives.
Tara Johnson, BEd, PBCE, Sp. Ed., MEd, CCC
Counsellor
Laura Meikle, BA, BHE (FSS)
Human Ecologist & Virtual Practice Manager
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Laura holds a Bachelor of Human Ecology with a specialization in Child and Adolescent Development, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from the University of Manitoba. She has been with TNJ Counselling for over 15 years, managing day-to-day operations and supporting both the counsellor and clients with care and attention to detail.
As a Human Ecologist, Laura brings a unique perspective to her work—considering the interconnectedness of individuals, families, and their environments to help create a thoughtful, client-centered experience. Her training in human development and systems thinking informs everything she does, from intake to ongoing client support.