Therapists in B3Z
Rene Peltekian
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Tantallon, NS B3Z (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Rene (he/him), and I'm thrilled to welcome you to my digital space dedicated to fostering healing, growth, and resilience. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I create a safe environment for individuals to explore their challenges and embark on a journey toward positive change. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, life transitions, anxiety, depression, challenges specific to the 2SLGBTQ+ community, or addiction, I offer support. Together, we'll identify goals and develop practical strategies for enhanced well-being tailored to your unique circumstances.
Hello, I'm Rene (he/him), and I'm thrilled to welcome you to my digital space dedicated to fostering healing, growth, and resilience. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I create a safe environment for individuals to explore their challenges and embark on a journey toward positive change. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, life transitions, anxiety, depression, challenges specific to the 2SLGBTQ+ community, or addiction, I offer support. Together, we'll identify goals and develop practical strategies for enhanced well-being tailored to your unique circumstances.
ACCEL Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, BA , BEd, MEd, CCC, RCT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Upper Tantallon, NS B3Z
As your Counsellor, I bring commitment and compassion to everything I do, including my work with my clients. I have been right where you are. Chances are, you’ve already tried a number of strategies including self-help strategies, exercise, yoga, medication, meditation, books or podcasts, and natural remedies. Although some of them might have helped a bit, you are still feeling stuck. Life just doesn’t feel as good as it should, and your relationships are suffering. You find yourself reacting to things you wouldn’t normally, and not being able to handle things as well as you typically are.
As your Counsellor, I bring commitment and compassion to everything I do, including my work with my clients. I have been right where you are. Chances are, you’ve already tried a number of strategies including self-help strategies, exercise, yoga, medication, meditation, books or podcasts, and natural remedies. Although some of them might have helped a bit, you are still feeling stuck. Life just doesn’t feel as good as it should, and your relationships are suffering. You find yourself reacting to things you wouldn’t normally, and not being able to handle things as well as you typically are.
Life Builder Counselling Services is passionate about integrating beliefs, professional knowledge and skills, and rich life experiences to support those in need, enabling them to face life's challenges. During treatment, I focused on issues of relationships, self-esteem, and emotional disturbances. I am committed to walking side by side with clients with respect, empathy, kindness, and passion, enabling them to explore the challenges they face with peace of mind. I am helping clients deal with self-esteem, grief and loss, childhood, parenting, relationship and spiritual issues.
Life Builder Counselling Services is passionate about integrating beliefs, professional knowledge and skills, and rich life experiences to support those in need, enabling them to face life's challenges. During treatment, I focused on issues of relationships, self-esteem, and emotional disturbances. I am committed to walking side by side with clients with respect, empathy, kindness, and passion, enabling them to explore the challenges they face with peace of mind. I am helping clients deal with self-esteem, grief and loss, childhood, parenting, relationship and spiritual issues.
I primarily work with those in relationships, both romantic and families, aiming to help people learn how to grow well in life individually and together. If you would like to strengthen a stagnant marriage, hedge against divorce, improve communication, or recover from an affair, I can help. I also work with children (ages 6 and up), teenagers, and family units navigating parenting issues, emotion regulation, ADHD, and trauma. Although I specialize in marriage and familes, I love working with individuals battling mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, past trauma, grief, addictions, and more.
I primarily work with those in relationships, both romantic and families, aiming to help people learn how to grow well in life individually and together. If you would like to strengthen a stagnant marriage, hedge against divorce, improve communication, or recover from an affair, I can help. I also work with children (ages 6 and up), teenagers, and family units navigating parenting issues, emotion regulation, ADHD, and trauma. Although I specialize in marriage and familes, I love working with individuals battling mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, past trauma, grief, addictions, and more.
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Clients often seek my services for help with anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma/abuse, men's issues and relationship concerns.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. I’m a kind, passionate and experienced counsellor based in Ottawa offering psychotherapy to adult individuals. My goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. My work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit my website for a video about me, what to expect in session, and how to book.
Clients often seek my services for help with anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma/abuse, men's issues and relationship concerns.
Experiencing a lot of stress/anxiety? Having a hard time overcoming your past? Therapy can help. I’m a kind, passionate and experienced counsellor based in Ottawa offering psychotherapy to adult individuals. My goal is to help you get curious about what’s getting in the way of your mental health, and to find clarity, acceptance and motivation to start feeling better. My work is trauma-informed and you can expect to feel safe, accepted and empowered in session. Visit my website for a video about me, what to expect in session, and how to book.
I work with men. Feeling overwhelmed, unorganized, and disconnected with ADHD? Does the idea of being inside, sitting down, with a stranger and talking about 'feelings' make you want to join Elon on Mars? Have you been to 'talk to someone before' only to find it was a disaster? If you thrive outdoors but struggle to bring that focus into your daily life, I can help. Imagine channeling your adventurous spirit into making bold choices, understanding time better, staying organized, and building strong connections. With practical tips, genuine understanding, and ongoing support, we'll tackle your challenges together.
I work with men. Feeling overwhelmed, unorganized, and disconnected with ADHD? Does the idea of being inside, sitting down, with a stranger and talking about 'feelings' make you want to join Elon on Mars? Have you been to 'talk to someone before' only to find it was a disaster? If you thrive outdoors but struggle to bring that focus into your daily life, I can help. Imagine channeling your adventurous spirit into making bold choices, understanding time better, staying organized, and building strong connections. With practical tips, genuine understanding, and ongoing support, we'll tackle your challenges together.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed? Although the modern world has many benefits, it isn’t the environment we evolved to thrive in. Our modern lifestyles can have side effects that leave us feeling disconnected from a sense of purpose, chronically anxious without a release, addicted to technology, or just plain unhealthy.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed? Although the modern world has many benefits, it isn’t the environment we evolved to thrive in. Our modern lifestyles can have side effects that leave us feeling disconnected from a sense of purpose, chronically anxious without a release, addicted to technology, or just plain unhealthy.
I am concerned with the best possible outcomes for all clients that walk through my door, no matter the situation. I have special interest in working with young men trying to figure out their path in life. That being said, I am eager to work with those who want to improve their lives and situations, leading to more meaningful and purposeful lives. I strive to help clients achieve their goals and attain a more desirable life. As a student counsellor, I offer a fresh perspective on clients' unique situations.
I am concerned with the best possible outcomes for all clients that walk through my door, no matter the situation. I have special interest in working with young men trying to figure out their path in life. That being said, I am eager to work with those who want to improve their lives and situations, leading to more meaningful and purposeful lives. I strive to help clients achieve their goals and attain a more desirable life. As a student counsellor, I offer a fresh perspective on clients' unique situations.
Colin Dale Gjesdal
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
I am a clinical social worker in Dartmouth NS with over ten years experience providing specialized treatment for individuals and family members affected by addictive behaviours such as substance abuse and gambling. My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
I am a clinical social worker in Dartmouth NS with over ten years experience providing specialized treatment for individuals and family members affected by addictive behaviours such as substance abuse and gambling. My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
Welcome. Imagine blending mixed therapeutic modalities with the creativity of Drama Therapy – a unique and powerful approach that sparks personal growth and transformation. As your therapist, I guide you (or you and your partner) beyond traditional talk therapy, helping you unlock your creative potential to break free from old patterns and discover new ways of communicating. With compassionate, gentle support, we’ll explore and rehearse new responses to life’s challenges, creating a safe, healing space for self-expression and fresh solutions
Welcome. Imagine blending mixed therapeutic modalities with the creativity of Drama Therapy – a unique and powerful approach that sparks personal growth and transformation. As your therapist, I guide you (or you and your partner) beyond traditional talk therapy, helping you unlock your creative potential to break free from old patterns and discover new ways of communicating. With compassionate, gentle support, we’ll explore and rehearse new responses to life’s challenges, creating a safe, healing space for self-expression and fresh solutions
Our minds and hearts have a natural inclination toward healing and wellbeing. But sometimes, those natural forces are blocked or stifled by unhelpful stories we have been told about ourselves, unjust social forces, isolation, trauma, or any number of other challenges. Together, our work will be to unblock those healing systems, and move toward healthier connections with friends, family, community, the natural world, and with yourself. In addition to being a therapist, I work as a theatre artist and post-secondary educator. This other side of my life infuses my sessions with humour and creativity.
Our minds and hearts have a natural inclination toward healing and wellbeing. But sometimes, those natural forces are blocked or stifled by unhelpful stories we have been told about ourselves, unjust social forces, isolation, trauma, or any number of other challenges. Together, our work will be to unblock those healing systems, and move toward healthier connections with friends, family, community, the natural world, and with yourself. In addition to being a therapist, I work as a theatre artist and post-secondary educator. This other side of my life infuses my sessions with humour and creativity.
Michael Olenik
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
Waitlist for new clients
Getting through this thing called life can be difficult for anyone. At times, it feels like there's nowhere for us to slow down and sort through the noise of the day. A moment to breathe, and just maybe, let our shoulders drop, as we find our way back into our body. Maybe you're in need of that kind of space. I am a white, cisgender, queer man, and social worker. I work from a relational and anti-oppressive perspective that is influenced by my own life experiences and my years of working with clients.
Getting through this thing called life can be difficult for anyone. At times, it feels like there's nowhere for us to slow down and sort through the noise of the day. A moment to breathe, and just maybe, let our shoulders drop, as we find our way back into our body. Maybe you're in need of that kind of space. I am a white, cisgender, queer man, and social worker. I work from a relational and anti-oppressive perspective that is influenced by my own life experiences and my years of working with clients.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
I approach therapy as a journey to uncover your personal story. One filled with unique experiences, challenges, and potential. We all have chapters in our lives that shape us, some more difficult to navigate than others. As a dedicated bilingual counselor, I’m here to help you turn the page. Whether you or your child are amid a tough chapter or looking to start a new one, I offer compassionate, professional support for children, adolescents, and young adults. Together, we’ll rewrite obstacles into opportunities for growth. If you’re ready to take control of your narrative and write the next chapter with confidence, I’m here to help.
I approach therapy as a journey to uncover your personal story. One filled with unique experiences, challenges, and potential. We all have chapters in our lives that shape us, some more difficult to navigate than others. As a dedicated bilingual counselor, I’m here to help you turn the page. Whether you or your child are amid a tough chapter or looking to start a new one, I offer compassionate, professional support for children, adolescents, and young adults. Together, we’ll rewrite obstacles into opportunities for growth. If you’re ready to take control of your narrative and write the next chapter with confidence, I’m here to help.
Finding the right psychologist, someone you can create a meaningful working relationship with, is essential to therapy. I hope to make you feel welcome and supported while exploring challenging areas in your life to find real solutions. Everyone has the potential to live a happy, healthy life. Support from a psychologist can be the missing step toward improving mental health and meeting personal goals. I approach therapy with optimism, understanding that while difficulties and setbacks are inevitable, with the right support, everyone can develop the skills needed to navigate challenges and achieve a more fulfilling life.
Finding the right psychologist, someone you can create a meaningful working relationship with, is essential to therapy. I hope to make you feel welcome and supported while exploring challenging areas in your life to find real solutions. Everyone has the potential to live a happy, healthy life. Support from a psychologist can be the missing step toward improving mental health and meeting personal goals. I approach therapy with optimism, understanding that while difficulties and setbacks are inevitable, with the right support, everyone can develop the skills needed to navigate challenges and achieve a more fulfilling life.
As a trained Transpersonal Counseling Therapist with more than 10 years of professional experience, I work both in and outside the box of traditional talk therapy. I coach parents and first time fathers, provide concrete tools for technology addictions and emotional challenges, offer deep counseling therapy for trauma survivors and psycho-spiritual support for people exploring beyond the material world for answers. If we can meet in person, we have access to several different locations in Nova Scotia for Wilderness Therapy with horses, ocean, forests, rivers and plants. If we can only meet online, we'll open to the Wild near you.
As a trained Transpersonal Counseling Therapist with more than 10 years of professional experience, I work both in and outside the box of traditional talk therapy. I coach parents and first time fathers, provide concrete tools for technology addictions and emotional challenges, offer deep counseling therapy for trauma survivors and psycho-spiritual support for people exploring beyond the material world for answers. If we can meet in person, we have access to several different locations in Nova Scotia for Wilderness Therapy with horses, ocean, forests, rivers and plants. If we can only meet online, we'll open to the Wild near you.
I thrive on navigating my clients through times of emotional distress, depression, anxiety, searching for meaning and purpose, need of connectedness, questioning of identity, values, looking for hope and peace. I feel confident in helping people find inner peace, mental tranquility and emotional calm through counselling and psychotherapy. I believe that a human being who is in search of reducing stress levels, boosting the quality of life, and achieving spiritual and mental sophistication and emotional stability would appreciate guidance and companionship. I would be glad to be at the service of my clients who feel this way.
I thrive on navigating my clients through times of emotional distress, depression, anxiety, searching for meaning and purpose, need of connectedness, questioning of identity, values, looking for hope and peace. I feel confident in helping people find inner peace, mental tranquility and emotional calm through counselling and psychotherapy. I believe that a human being who is in search of reducing stress levels, boosting the quality of life, and achieving spiritual and mental sophistication and emotional stability would appreciate guidance and companionship. I would be glad to be at the service of my clients who feel this way.
I am ready to help you! No matter what you are going through, I know that if we can talk about it, we can work it out! I am ready to help you get the tools you need to get back on your feet. I want to get to know you as a person, not just your symptoms, and to help you get back to the things that bring you joy. I am proudly inclusive, queer-friendly, and sex-positive.
I am ready to help you! No matter what you are going through, I know that if we can talk about it, we can work it out! I am ready to help you get the tools you need to get back on your feet. I want to get to know you as a person, not just your symptoms, and to help you get back to the things that bring you joy. I am proudly inclusive, queer-friendly, and sex-positive.
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) student qualified to practice under clinical supervision. As a firefighter nearing the end of my career, I am committed to continuing my passion for helping others through psychotherapy. I understand the unique challenges faced by first responders and support individuals dealing with emotional and psychological difficulties, including depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma. I welcome anyone seeking assistance with mental health concerns.
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) student qualified to practice under clinical supervision. As a firefighter nearing the end of my career, I am committed to continuing my passion for helping others through psychotherapy. I understand the unique challenges faced by first responders and support individuals dealing with emotional and psychological difficulties, including depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma. I welcome anyone seeking assistance with mental health concerns.
My ideal client is someone who has taken that courageous first step and admitted they need help. They may be struggling with addiction, stress, anxiety, depression or even just the pressures of everyday life, seeking better work-life balance. They are seeking a compassionate, empathetic listener, someone who can work with them to improve their life and help them learn new skills to lead a more enriched and fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone who has taken that courageous first step and admitted they need help. They may be struggling with addiction, stress, anxiety, depression or even just the pressures of everyday life, seeking better work-life balance. They are seeking a compassionate, empathetic listener, someone who can work with them to improve their life and help them learn new skills to lead a more enriched and fulfilling life.
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Men's Issues Counsellors
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.