Therapists for Teens in Nova Scotia

Currently Accepting New Clients! I understand that being different in a world where everyone is expected to fit a typical model can be difficult. Therapy will provide support, clarity, and understanding! With an extensive background and experience, I can help improve communication, help manage stress, and teach coping skills to kids, teens, and families.

Most people experience stress or anxious feelings throughout their lives. But what happens when those feelings become overwhelming? Who do we turn to when we feel like there is no hope? If you are having overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, or feelings of being alone let me help guide you to a happier, healthier you. Psychotherapy or talk therapy's goal is to help identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behavior.

Do you feel challenged or overwhelmed by e.g.: general life problems, mental health problems like anxiety or depression, issues of abuse and trauma, marital/ relationship problems, separation/ divorce, bullying, career issues, parental difficulties, life or workplace stress, grief and loss, women’s issues or health-related topics? My services are tailored towards your particular circumstances and needs. With professional help you can start to make progress, work on your goals, overcome stumbling blocks, acquire coping skills, build resilience and resolve your issues. We all have the capacity to make meaningful changes and heal.

Dr. Sherry is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Dalhousie University. He has published 160 journal articles, delivered 275 scientific presentations and earned $2.5 million in grant funds. In 2018, Dr. Sherry and his wife founded CRUX Psychology, a team of 16 Ph.D.-level psychologists. We provide high-quality individual therapy, couples therapy and assessment. We use scientifically tested therapies and assessments. And each service is tailored to your preferences, values and goals, and delivered with exceptional care and warmth. By merging compassion with science, we help you get the results you want.

New Leaf Counselling believes in working from a client centered approach. Wherever you are in your journey, I'll meet you and help you decided the best path of recovery for you. Many people go through daily life feeling unfulfilled and overwhelmed with their circumstances. There are usually valid reasons for this but it's sometimes hard to recognize what they are. The first step toward a solution requires first knowing the problem.

My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists and a Canadian Certified Counsellor registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have an immense passion for working with children and adolescents and I am committed to being a strong ally and advocate for their mental health and wellbeing. I believe in a holistic approach to supporting young people so that they can be happy and healthy as well as thrive in all aspects of their life.

Welcome! I'm Siwaa Elhakim, an empathetic and culturally competent online therapist fluent in both Arabic and English. As a BIPOC therapist, I am committed to providing inclusive and affirming mental health care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community. My expertise lies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specializing in anxiety and depression relief, and helping clients find happiness and fulfillment in their lives. to TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Google to search for why you feel anxious or depressed? Do you search for what's causing mood swings?

Life can be hard. We all go through times when the daily tasks of living seem overwhelming and the joy we used to feel is gone. Many of us try to tough it out. We put on a good face to the outside world but inside we are in despair. If this sounds like you and you're ready to make a change, therapy can help. I work with adults and older teens who are suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma and career issues.

Living comes with hardships. Maybe you’re worrying all the time and you don’t know how to stop, or finding it difficult to get out of bed in the morning. Perhaps you’re weathering the storm of loss or feeling beaten down by self-judgment. When we are in pain, we need support. As your therapist, I will offer that support by providing a safe and nurturing space for you to process what hurts and move toward healing.

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.

For many people, walking into a therapist’s office can be extremely difficult and anxiety provoking. Melanie recognizes this and is dedicated to creating a therapeutic experience that is comfortable, non-judgmental, and focused on what’s most important to you. Mel will be with you every step of the way in helping you handle all issues that life throws your way as well as meeting your therapeutic goals. Mel is currently accepting clients for in person online and phone therapy.

Welcome to a journey of healing and growth. At Mindhous Wellness we offer a variety of treatment approaches and a team to best support your needs. We encourage you to view our website to see who may be a good fit for you and your journey. If you have any questions or inquiries, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are happy to answer email inquiries anytime. If you're looking for EMDR Therapy specifically, it is our goal that most if not all associates are trained in this modality of healing. We offer sessions in person and virtually, in Ottawa, ON and Antigonish, NS. Thank you for your interest and we hope to talk soon!

You feel life is hard and you are a bit stuck. You feel overwhelmed by current challenges, perhaps exhausted from past trauma, and being anxious about the future. You are looking for some clarity and tools to feel less stressed. If this is the time that you are looking for growth and mental health wellbeing, I am here for you, offering sessions tailored towards your unique needs. Over 17 years, I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, and assisted many of them in tough situations, including trauma in different life stages. I provide individual, couple, and family sessions to support you through challenging times.

I provide holistic counseling services to adolescents and adults in the Halifax/HRM area. I offer Mind/Body Psychotherapy, a holistic, trauma-informed, mindfulness based approach to psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, Please Note: As of Jan. 1, 2024, my fee will increase to $225.00/hr.

Feeling stuck in a cycle of negativity, insecurity, or hopelessness? Do you long to improve your relationship with yourself and others? Through therapy, old patterns give way as you gain more access and understanding of your emotions, and a stronger and wiser version of yourself becomes available. I hold space for your healing and growth and also for your unique values, beliefs, and lived experience. In addition to individual therapy, I also offer couples counseling, where we work to understand negative patterns that keep you in conflict, and begin to create new patterns of connection, safety, and trust.

Seeking help is hard. I admire your courage and strength! I am passionate about the community and its citizens. I believe that helping empower people to live independent, resilient, successful lives is important. One person, family, couple at a time! I encourage clients to change while identifying & removing the barriers/obstacles that keep them from health. I am committed to providing you with a confidential, supportive atmosphere & a non-judgmental environment. With a genuine & empathetic nature you will feel supported. Together we can invite change into your life. I value diverse backgrounds, world views and life experiences.

Originally from Annapolis Valley, Dr. McClure graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Science degree. She then achieved distinction as a Killam Laureate during her graduate studies at The University of British Columbia, where she completed two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. After a decade of training out west, Dr. McClure returned home to her family in Nova Scotia.

Therapy can be one session or multiple sessions depending on the issue(s) you face at any point in your life. I believe therapy is about taking baby steps toward a larger goal of health and happiness. It is not about letting a crisis or a long-standing situation define you.

I enjoy working with couples and individuals to address relationships issues, explore what is happening and to find a way forward. Often there are multiple issues going on at once and I can assist clients in prioritizing goals and identifying preferred ways of being in all areas of their lives. We can get caught up in "the problem story of self" and can't see all the other storylines we are living. I enjoy assisting clients in recognizing the other "stories of self" and finding ways to enhance these in their day to day lives. Most clients want to feel well, at peace, and experience love and joy.

I am a Registered Psychologist and owner of Cornerstone Psychological Services in HRM. I offer therapy for children (10+), teens, adults, couples, and families. I work collaboratively with my clients to address a wide range of issues from depression and anxiety to existential concerns.

Angela’s practice and therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF)-CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Ten (CBT-T) for eating disorders and Family Based Therapy (FBT) for eating disorders. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Solution Focused Therapy are also modalities Angela has training and experience in. As a clinical social worker, she places a strong focus on the importance of attachment and relationships.

Our private counselling practice offers high-quality mental health services to the greater Halifax area and surrounding communities. The office is located in Lower Sackville, making accessing services convenient for all communities. Our team consists of counselling therapists dedicated to providing compassionate mental health services. In collaboration with you, we will work hard to help you understand and manage challenging life experiences and develop more adaptive ways of relating to yourself, others, and the world around you.

Beth services a diverse population with clientele to work on: Mental Health issues (anxiety, depression, ADD, OCD, BPD, Post partum etc.), separation divorce issues, co-parenting, healthy boundary setting, stress management, anger management, conflict resolution, gender affirmation, safety planning, strengths & protective factor building, communication skills, life skills, and more.

ADHD. Anxiety. Work and life stress. Relationships, Insomnia. Grief and more. Are you overwhelmed with expectations, challenged by time, organization, procrastination, struggle with emotional regulation, impulsivity, attention, rejection sensitivity, low self esteem? Do you have difficulty falling or staying asleep? Is anxiety or depression getting in the way of the things you want to do? Are you burned out, feeling undervalued and overworked at your job? Experiencing grief and loss? Struggling in a relationship? Or maybe you are living with the effects of trauma, not aware of trauma triggers, exhausted and suffering.