Christian counsellor investigated over faith-based practice

Maryse Gaudet-Lebrun is a Quebec sexologist and a member in good standing of the Quebec Order of Sexologists. She provides counselling to Christian couples seeking guidance that is consistent with both professional standards and their shared religious beliefs.

On December 23, 2025, Ms. Gaudet-Lebrun was served with a formal disciplinary complaint alleging breaches of the profession’s code of ethics. The complaint objected to video content on her website discussing sexuality alongside Christian teachings, prayer, and biblical principles. It also alleged that she promoted heterosexual sexuality within marriage and incorporated a spiritual approach into her professional practice.

Lawyers challenged disciplinary action against faith-based counselling

Lawyers funded by the Justice Centre are assisting Ms. Gaudet-Lebrun in responding to the disciplinary proceedings, arguing that the case raises important concerns about the freedom of professionals and clients to share and practise their religious beliefs within a voluntary counselling relationship.

Constitutional lawyer Olivier Séguin said, “The control of society through professional bodies is a pressing issue across Canada. In Quebec, the ever-expanding empire of state secularism risks banning any trace of religion from the professional relationship between a professional and a client who share the same beliefs.”

Ms. Gaudet-Lebrun said, “Receiving this complaint shook me to the core. I never would have imagined being accused when I was simply trying to do good and care for others. The support from the Justice Centre turned out to be a true answer to my prayers.”