Strong Minds
    Sault Ste. Marie, ON  ·  Since 2017

    Your strongest
    chapter starts
    with one call.

    Respite care, talk therapy, and movement-based support in Sault Ste. Marie. Whether you're seeking mental wellness or neurodivergent support for autism and ADHD, a 15-minute conversation could change everything.

    15–20 min  ·  No commitment
    Registered RHEP Practitioner
    Serving SSM since 2017
    Inclusive & welcoming to all
    Benefits-eligible services
    Who we help

    You don't have to do this alone.

    Whether you're seeking neurodivergent support for autism (ASD) or ADHD, navigating behavioural and mental health challenges, or needing respite relief to care for a loved one — Strong Minds is here. We meet you where you are and walk alongside you toward your healthiest self.

    Autism / ASDADHDNeurodivergent supportBehavioural supportMental healthCaregiver respiteFitness & wellness
    Healthcare presentation
    9+
    Years serving our community
    Our services

    Support for your whole self.

    Every service is designed with one goal: helping you live a healthier, more fulfilling life — mentally and physically.

    Movement & Fitness

    Movement & Fitness

    Group classes, in-home personal training, and community programs designed to get you moving in a way that feels good for your body.

    Learn more about Movement & Fitness
    Fitness-Based Therapy™

    Fitness-Based Therapy™

    Physical activity as first-line treatment. One-on-one RHEP support during your mental health and addiction recovery journey.

    Learn more about Fitness-Based Therapy™
    Talk Therapy & Coaching

    Talk Therapy & Coaching

    Grief counselling, life coaching, addictions support, DBT/CBT skills, and peer support — meeting you where you are emotionally.

    Learn more about Talk Therapy & Coaching
    Respite Relief

    Respite Relief

    Compassionate support for caregivers and families, including those navigating neurodivergent or behavioural needs. A few hours or days of rest so you can keep showing up for your loved ones.

    Learn more about Respite Relief

    Not sure where to start?

    We’ll guide you to the right support based on your needs.

    Getting started is simple.

    How It Works

    Step 1

    Book a free intro call

    Step 2

    We learn about your needs and goals

    Step 3

    We build a personalized plan for you

    Amanda Lambert
    Meet our founder

    Amanda Lambert —
    your advocate
    in the Sault.

    Amanda founded Strong Minds in 2017 with a simple belief: everyone deserves to live a happy, fulfilling life — both mentally and physically. As a Registered Health & Exercise Practitioner with a Bachelor of Science in Education, she brings a uniquely holistic lens to care, using physical activity as a gateway to mental health recovery.

    Her work is rooted in community. From hospital wellness committees to PrideFest, Amanda is deeply embedded in Sault Ste. Marie — and that shows in how she cares for every single client.

    Trauma CounsellingMental Health First AidPeer Support TrainingYoga TrainedDeaf Fitness CertifiedFalls Prevention
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    Client stories

    Real people.
    Real change.

    The most powerful testament to what's possible when you take that first step.

    Strong Minds changed the way I think about my recovery. Amanda doesn't just help you get moving — she helps you believe you can. I've never felt so supported.

    S
    Sarah M.
    Fitness-Based Therapy™

    As a caregiver, I was running on empty. The respite relief gave me space to breathe and come back stronger for my family. It felt like someone finally saw me too.

    D
    David K.
    Respite Relief

    I was nervous to start but the classes made everything feel so natural. The combination of movement and coaching helped me find confidence I didn't know I had.

    J
    Jennifer T.
    Movement & Talk Therapy

    Start your own success story.

    Community

    Run for Change.

    Strong Minds is more than a practice — it's a movement. Join us for our annual community event that brings Sault Ste. Marie together to raise awareness and break the stigma around mental health.
    This is one of the many ways we support our community.

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    Take the first step

    Ready to write your
    strongest chapter?

    Book a free 15–20 minute intro session. No pressure, no commitment.
    Just a conversation about where you are and where you want to be.

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