Your wellbeing is our commitment
Empowering Growth. Rooted in Care.
Rooted Minds Counselling & Assessments was founded with a clear vision that is to make accessible, effective, and culturally responsive mental health care available to everyone in Newfoundland and Labrador. We built a practice grounded in compassion, evidence, and deep respect for every individual we serve.
Our name says it all. Rooted speaks to stability, grounding, and resilience. Minds reflects our dedication to mental health and human connection. Together, they represent our belief that healing happens when people feel anchored, understood, and supported.
Our Mission
At Rooted Minds Counselling & Assessments, our mission is to empower individuals, families, and organizations by providing compassionate mental health services. We are dedicated to fostering partnerships that drive growth, create meaningful impact, and promote sustainability within communities.
We envision a world where every individual and community has access to the support and resources needed to achieve holistic well-being and sustainable development. Through collaborative efforts and innovative solutions, we aim to be a catalyst for positive change, nurturing resilience and fostering inclusive growth.
OUR CORE VALUES
We create a welcoming, trauma-informed space where clients feel respected, heard, and supported.
We work collaboratively with clients, partners, and communities to develop practical care plans that reflect individual needs, strengths, and goals.
We practice with honesty, confidentiality, and professionalism so clients can feel confident in the care they receive.
We help clients build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and move toward meaningful change in daily life.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Our Therapists & Practitioners
Rajesh Augustian MBA, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker / Counsellor
Rajesh is a Registered Social Worker with decades of experience across diverse cultural, social, and professional environments spanning Europe, Asia, and North America.
Rajesh offers Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), a body-based trauma therapy that works with the nervous system’s earliest protective responses to help shift patterns that can remain stuck after overwhelming experiences.
Rajesh’s approach also draws from CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Therapeutic Counselling, tailored to your goals and pace.
Rajesh offers services in English and Spanish.
Glenn Kolonel. BA Honours Eng. & Religious Studies
Operations Manager
Glenn brings over three decades of public service experience, including leadership and senior management roles focused on operations, strategic planning, systems development, and service improvement. Throughout his career, he has been known for his steady leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and ability to bring structure, clarity, and direction to complex work. He also has specialized training in conflict resolution and relationship development.
At Rooted Minds, Glenn supports the practice with a grounded and collaborative approach, helping strengthen operations, guide growth, and build the systems needed to support excellent care. He brings a strong commitment to accountability, relationship-building, and practical problem-solving, Read more
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Rosalie Chubbs, BA Psych, BSW, MSW Candidate, RSW
Registered Social Worker/Counsellor
Raised on the south coast of Labrador, Rosalie brings cultural knowledge, teachings from the land, and a deep appreciation for community into her work at Rooted Minds. This foundation continues to shape both her personal values and her approach to supporting others.
Rosalie believes that connection is central to healing. When individuals feel disconnected from themselves, their community, or the land, it impacts their overall well-being.
Her work focuses on restoring these pathways in meaningful and practical ways — recognizing that healing is not one-size-fits-all, and that every person brings their own strengths and experiences to their journey. Read more
OUR STORY
Rooted Minds Counselling & Assessments was created with a simple purpose: to provide thoughtful, professional, and compassionate support for individuals and families in Newfoundland and Labrador. We recognized the importance of having a space where people feel respected, understood, and supported through life’s challenges.
Our practice brings together clinical knowledge, practical support, and a commitment to culturally responsive care. We work with clients experiencing concerns such as anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. We also understand that many individuals carry unique personal, cultural, and community experiences that shape their healing journey.
At Rooted Minds, we believe meaningful change happens through connection, trust, and collaboration. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where clients can gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward lasting well-being with confidence and support.
