Hanwell
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Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
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Alison Lynch Richard

Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW

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Available both in-person and online
Hanwell, NB E3C
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My ideal clients are adults in the Fredericton area and across NB navigating the heavy, complex reality of deep grief, life-altering or advanced illness, or caregiver burnout. They come to my practice feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, and needing a safe space to build real-world boundaries without the constant pressure to be strong. ​I help them move forward by pairing human warmth with an eclectic approach. Blending CBT and Narrative Therapy with gentle Grief Companioning, I help them untangle thoughts, manage daily stress, and process life's heaviest seasons at their own pace.
​I offer in-person sessions in Hanwell and virtual therapy province-wide to restore your daily capacity. Beyond listening, my specialty is breaking down complex crisis points into clear, manageable steps. We work on identity reclamation and sustainable pacing. To ease logistics, I direct-bill to most major insurance networks.
​Therapy with me offers a quiet reprieve—a place to safely pause, drop the mask of having it all together, and find clarity. You deserve a sustainable path forward that protects your energy. I invite you to reach out today for an initial session. Let’s navigate this next chapter at a pace that honors your life.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mind, Body, and Soul Wellness, Inc.

Hanwell, NB E3C

(506) 404-6607
My website
Ready to welcome new clients with flexible weekday and evening hours. Choose from video sessions or in-person support in Hanwell.
I specialize in Grief, Life Transitions and Caregivers 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
We can't always change our life circumstances, but we can change how we carry them. I offer steadiness and strategy for the heavy seasons.
Alison Lynch Richard
Let's Connect (506) 404-6607
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mind, Body, and Soul Wellness, Inc.

Hanwell, NB E3C

(506) 404-6607
My website
Ready to welcome new clients with flexible weekday and evening hours. Choose from video sessions or in-person support in Hanwell.
I specialize in Grief, Life Transitions and Caregivers 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
We can't always change our life circumstances, but we can change how we carry them. I offer steadiness and strategy for the heavy seasons.
Alison Lynch Richard

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Chambers Plan
  • CINUP
  • Desjardins
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • First Canadian Health
  • iA Financial Group
  • Johnson
  • Johnston Group
  • Manulife
  • Maximum Benefit
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
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Direct billing is available for Sun Life, Canada Life, and most major plans. For Blue Cross, I provide automated receipts for quick reimbursement. As coverage varies by policy, please confirm Social Work is included in your specific plan before our first session. Registered Social Worker No. 3782.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607
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Direct billing is available for Sun Life, Canada Life, and most major plans. For Blue Cross, I provide automated receipts for quick reimbursement. As coverage varies by policy, please confirm Social Work is included in your specific plan before our first session. Registered Social Worker No. 3782.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with New Brunswick Association of Social Workers Margaret Alison Lynch Richard

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Dalhousie University, Bachelor of Social Work, Graduated 2020

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from St. Thomas University Bachelor of Arts (Communications) / 2008
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From journalism to leadership at the Red Cross and Hospice Fredericton, my career has centered on providing space and support for people navigating upheaval. I offer a steady presence to help translate overwhelm into action—at a pace that honors your emotional processing and feels safe for you.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607
"
From journalism to leadership at the Red Cross and Hospice Fredericton, my career has centered on providing space and support for people navigating upheaval. I offer a steady presence to help translate overwhelm into action—at a pace that honors your emotional processing and feels safe for you.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Caregivers

Expertise

  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I help with the weight of grief, caregiver strain, and life transitions. A typical plan involves evidence-informed tools to navigate the mental, physical, and emotional toll often accompanying these seasons. We honor your pace and focus on the reality of navigating what cannot be fixed. You can expect a steady space to reduce overwhelm, gain practical strategies, and find a sustainable way forward
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607
"
I help with the weight of grief, caregiver strain, and life transitions. A typical plan involves evidence-informed tools to navigate the mental, physical, and emotional toll often accompanying these seasons. We honor your pace and focus on the reality of navigating what cannot be fixed. You can expect a steady space to reduce overwhelm, gain practical strategies, and find a sustainable way forward
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607

Endorsement

Erin Gibbs Counselling Therapy Services
Erin Gibbs Counselling Therapy Services
Counsellor, LCT, CCC
Alison leads from a place of compassion, empathy, care and expert knowledge. With a well developed skill set in supporting individuals and groups through change including grief, loss and trauma, she is a leader in this work and holds space with grace.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I use an integrative, evidence-informed approach tailored to your needs. By blending the practical strategies of CBT and SFBT with the compassionate depth of Narrative and Person-Centered work, we address both the immediate symptoms of stress—like brain fog and overwhelm—and the long-term process of integrating loss. My goal is to provide the right balance of strategy and space to honor your pace.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607
"
I use an integrative, evidence-informed approach tailored to your needs. By blending the practical strategies of CBT and SFBT with the compassionate depth of Narrative and Person-Centered work, we address both the immediate symptoms of stress—like brain fog and overwhelm—and the long-term process of integrating loss. My goal is to provide the right balance of strategy and space to honor your pace.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (506) 404-6607

Location

Primary Location

Mind, Body, and Soul Wellness, Inc.

Hanwell, NB E3C

(506) 404-6607

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Ready to welcome new clients with flexible weekday and evening hours. Choose from video sessions or in-person support in Hanwell.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (506) 404-6607
"
Ready to welcome new clients with flexible weekday and evening hours. Choose from video sessions or in-person support in Hanwell.
Photo of Alison Lynch Richard, Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Alison Lynch Richard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (506) 404-6607