Meet the Team
The team at Laurel Honeyford Counselling is growing!
Clinic Owner and Supervising Therapist
Laurel Honeyford, RP
Laurel has been running Laurel Honeyford Counselling for close to a decade and is thrilled to be welcoming Stefanie as a student intern. To learn more about Laurel or Stefanie, please read the full bios below.
Supervised Student Intern
Stefanie Zaremba, RP (Qualifying)
Stefanie is very excited to be joining the team at Laurel Honeyford Counselling. While Stefanie is a supervised student therapist, she brings a breadth of experience both lived, and through her 6 years working as a teacher.
I am committed to providing authentic, compassionate, and insightful support as I journey with my clients through anger, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem and confidence, burnout and a variety of other life stressors. I have had the immense privilege of working with individuals, meeting them where they are at and joining them on their journey towards health. I have a special interest in supporting adults who are looking to explore the impact of their past on their current life situation such as their attachment, communication and conflict styles, trauma, boundaries etc.
I have a passion for creating a safe place for people to work through their past and present challenges. I use a variety of counselling models and techniques to meet the unique needs of the client and welcome feedback along the way to make sure it works for you. I specifically pull from emotionally focused approaches, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
In my practice, I have had the privilege of working with many adults who later discovered they had been living with ADHD or autism. Through this work, I began to recognize aspects of my clients’ experiences that resonated deeply with my own, which led me to pursue a diagnosis and eventually learn that I, too, have ADHD. This understanding has helped me better understand my own nervous system and the many different ways people think, feel, and move through the world. It has shaped my practice in meaningful ways and deepened my commitment to neurodiversity-affirming care. I approach therapy with flexibility, curiosity, and compassion, recognizing that there is no one “right” way to be. My goal is to create a space where clients feel understood, respected, and supported in exploring their experiences in ways that honour who they are.
I believe that it is incredibly important to find the right fit for both the therapist and the client. I offer a free 20 minute consultation to help navigate this, and have a robust network of therapists that I am happy to refer to if we decide that I am not the right support for you at this time.
I love people! I am both an extrovert and a homebody. My favourite day consists of movies or games in front of a roaring fire with friends and family engaged together. I have a special affinity for all things Disney and Broadway musicals and am most settled and at peace when I am near a body of water (preferably with sand and sun!).
I really look forward to working with you!
Laurel Honeyford
Supervising Therapist
Clinic Owner
New this summer: Shift your healing outdoors through psychotherapy sessions in a private gazebo space in Stouffville. Surrounded by fresh air and peaceful scenery, these sessions provide a unique, grounding environment to help you feel relaxed and connected as we work through your goals together.
As an MACP practicum student psychotherapist, I work from a person-centred foundation that prioritizes safety, trust, and genuine human connection. I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where clients feel deeply heard and supported as they explore their inner world. While my core orientation is person-centred, I bring a growing interest in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrating these approaches in a holistic way that honours each person’s unique experience. My goal is to guide clients toward increased self-awareness, emotional clarity, and empowered choice, helping them deepen their understanding of themselves and navigate life’s challenges with compassion and resilience.
As I continue my training, I remain committed to cultivating a therapeutic presence marked by openness, curiosity, and respect. I view therapy as a shared journey, one in which the client’s wisdom and autonomy are central, and I work to meet each individual where they are, at a pace that feels right for them.
Beyond my clinical work, I have also worked for the past 6 years as a Core French teacher which has strengthened my patience, communication skills, and appreciation for different learning styles. In my free time, I enjoy reading, trying new foods, and spending time cooking and baking. I also value time with family and friends and like to include gentle movement in my routine. These everyday activities help me stay balanced and present in my work with others!