About Made to Thrive Counselling
At Made to Thrive Counselling, we believe that God created each of us with purpose, value, and the capacity to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. You were made for more than simply getting through life—you were made to thrive.
As a Christian counselling practice, we believe that caring for our mental and emotional health is an important part of caring for the whole person God created us to be. Our faith is foundational to how we understand people, healing, relationships, and hope. Life can be difficult. We all experience seasons of anxiety, stress, grief, relationship struggles, loss, uncertainty, and transition. Counselling provides a safe and supportive place to slow down, explore what you're experiencing, and take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.
Our approach integrates professional counselling with a Christian worldview, recognizing the value of both sound mental health care and the hope found in faith. We believe your struggles do not define you, your circumstances do not determine your worth, and you don't have to navigate difficult seasons alone. Whether you're facing a challenging season, working through past experiences, strengthening relationships, or simply wanting to grow, we would be honoured to walk alongside you. At Made to Thrive Counselling, we are committed to helping you move from surviving to thriving, stepping into the full life God has designed for you.
You were created by God with purpose. You were made for more. You were made to thrive.
Our Team
My name is Sarah Fletcher. I am the founder of Made to Thrive Counselling. I have my Master's of Social Work and I am a registered Social Worker with the Province of New Brunswick, since 2007. I believe that no one is meant to walk through life’s challenges alone, and it is my privilege to provide a safe, compassionate space where individuals and couples can find support, healing, and renewed hope. My counselling approach integrates evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with a Christian perspective, offering clients practical tools while grounding our work in the timeless truths of God’s Word.
Beyond my professional life, my story is deeply shaped by faith and family. I have been married to my incredible husband since 2005, and together we have three amazing, teenage, sons who keep us active, laughing, and continually learning. I enjoy exploring the great outdoors, reading a good book, playing games with family and friends and serving in my local church.
My love for Jesus is at the heart of who I am, guiding the way I view people — as uniquely created, deeply loved, and fully capable of growth and transformation. Whether you are an individual seeking strength and clarity or a couple longing to rebuild connection and trust, my heart is to walk with you. I am driven by the words of Jesus in John 10:10 - "I have come that they may have life and have it abundantly".
I am Déborah Ibukun Adekoya, a daughter of God. I am a Ph.D. candidate, and I hold a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology. I am a Licensed Counselling Therapist Candidate with the College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick. At Made to Thrive Counselling, I provide online counselling sessions to individuals and I offer services in English, French, and Yorùbá.
Since 2014, I have provided psychosocial support and counselling to individuals in community mental health centres, churches, and hospitals. My counselling approach integrates sound Christian doctrine with therapeutic frameworks like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which offers practical skills for daily living and flourishing.
My journey toward thriving began when I gave my life to Jesus at a young age. Shortly after my salvation experience, I could be seen carrying my Bible and teaching God's Word to anyone going through grief and difficult life transitions. After high school, I pursued higher education in psychology for 9 years. Outside of counselling sessions, I compose Bible-based songs for my local church, mentor youth, and design creative meal plans. My family of six keeps me busy as we visit and communicate across Canada, the US, and Nigeria!
As you schedule a counselling session with me, I pray God meets you right where you are in your life's journey and brings you into His full purpose for your life according to Revelation 4:11 "...for Thou hast created all things, and for Thy pleasure they are and were created."