Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Dartmouth, NS

I am Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate (RCT-C) and an EMDR Trained Therapist and working in the Halifax area. I provide holistic and trauma-informed counselling to individuals and couples in private practice setting. I specialize in Trauma and PTSD; anxiety; depression; and relationship issues. I work with older adolescents, adults, and elderly. I help people who are a survivor of trauma/abuse, or as someone who struggles with anxious relationships, or in finding their identity. I am compassionate about providing you the supportive, safe and non-judgmental environment to help you in disclosing your personal challenges.

I am committed to the promotion of diversity and place a high value on the dignity and worth of all individuals regardless of their gender, ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age physical and mental abilities and socioeconomic status.

With 15 years of experience, I look to nurture safe relationships and acknowledge this as the most powerful tool when working with traumatized parts. Sexualized violence can cripple us in many ways. Trauma symptoms can fade and be put in the past for good, please know that lasting healing is possible. Progress indicators include feeling stronger emotionally, an increase in self-worth, and a decrease in triggers which help us feel present and connected to others. Sessions are paced at your speed. Healing is possible, and you have the right to feel it. Warmly, Selina.MSW, BSW, RSW.

Welcome! I am a Clinical Social Worker offering individual therapy to adults seeking support in the introspective work of healing your relationship to Self, attachment wounds, and relational traumas. You might be in an anxious-avoidant dance, noticing painful relationship patterns, feel stuck in a loop of relational ambivalence, or crave a deepened sense of closeness. Others might be navigating difficult family relationships and questioning estrangement and boundaries. Perhaps you are noticing a harsh inner-critic, self-doubt, the urge to people please, or a disconnection from Self (the person you are and want to be; at your core).

Hi, my name is Mercy, I am a bilingual Social Worker. I'm glad you found your way here! Beginning therapy is a courageous act. It may feel uncomfortable at first but as you learn more about yourself, gain support with life's struggles/stresses and heal from your trauma, you will gain a better understanding of what you desire out of this thing we call life!

We believe that all people have a place within them that is healthy and whole. At Wholetherapy, we offer an integrative, trauma-sensitive approach to anyone who is interested in exploring their lives and making difficult changes. We specifically work with individuals, couples, and families who have faced adverse life experiences and trauma.

I work with the following diagnosis; GAD, PTSD, Panic attacks, Grief, Trauma, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD, Sexual Abuse, Couples therapy, Do you feel frozen, anxious, only working at half capacity? Or....are you usually frustrated, angry, sad, confused? Or...are you mad at many people and situations, including your personal relationships? I use cognitive, emotive and somatic (body) approaches. My extensive experience has shown me that counseling with the SOMATIC aspect included usually gets the DEEPEST AND QUICKEST RESULTS. I am an SEP., Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, from Peter Levine's trauma work.

Everyone’s journey to overall wellness will be unique. My goal is always to provide a warm, safe, supportive space for my clients, so you feel comfortable navigating your own journey of growth and self-discovery. I support teens, adults, and couples, who struggle with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and more. I aim to provide judgment-free support while we navigate your unique journey together.

Michelle Labine specializes in sex therapy, relationship therapy, and relational and sexual trauma therapy. Michelle works with individuals and partners who experience challenges effecting their personal wellbeing and relationships, including anxiety, changes in sexual desire, changes in sexual functioning, sexual changes related to illness, questioning sexual interest, body image, sexual expectations, sexual communication, partners who are neurodivergent, relationship communication, conflict management and connection, jealousy, infidelity, and consensual non monogamy.

My practice includes working with a diverse group of individuals, but some of my areas of focus are supporting adults with ADHD, people who have a history of trauma, those living with mental illness, and those who struggle to maintain healthy relationships.

If you decide to connect with me for counselling I first focus on building a strong relationship with you to give us a foundation to work from. Whatever issues you are facing I am ready to partner with you to explore the history of the issue and work on making effective change happen. I use a Somatic approach which considers how your nervous system works, the effects of trauma / PTSD, and focuses on balancing the mind / body system. I also use a Narrative therapy approach considering identity and meaning making. Finally I incorporate Psychoanalytic theory and practice to consider life long human development.

With over 10 years experience as a trauma therapist, my practice is strongly committed to you and your needs for support and healing. I am especially passionate about working with folks in the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy, post-partum, and the early years of parenting. I have both clinical training and lived experience in navigating the perinatal period, and genuinely grasp the challenges of this time where folks are often bombarded with information and advice from the internet, social media, health and social systems, family members, and friends; much of which can feel more overwhelming than helpful.

I believe the most important relationship we’ll ever have is with ourselves. When we experience trauma, how we view our world, self & others, changes. Even after the trauma has passed, our minds make us believe we are still in danger which makes it difficult to feel calm. Trauma causes intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, flashbacks & nightmares, which can lead to depression, anxiety, avoidance & maladaptive coping strategies including substance misuse. Feeling overwhelmed & managing intense emotions can be difficult. If this sounds like you, I am interested in working with you to heal past wounds & regain a sense of control.

Hi! My areas of interest and expertise include working with people who have survived trauma and sexual abuse. Initially, I build rapport and a trusting relationship with you. One of our first tasks will involve identifying your strengths and what’s important to you; these are major components of allowing successful trauma processing and resolution to occur. I also enjoy working with adolescents; having once been a teen in need of additional support, I am able to empathize and quickly connect with young people. Other topics I support clients with are BPD, anger management, suicidal ideation, and self-esteem.

I see therapy as a creative, collaborative process. I am influenced by by the work of Carl Jung, and I have received post-graduate training in a diverse set of treatment modalities (EMDR, IFS, ACT, CPT, PE, EFT). I enjoy using a unique blend of EMDR and IFS for deeper trauma work, but I am also comfortable with more traditional forms of talk therapy. For work with couples/families, I use a family systems approach and am well-suited to helping couple/family units navigate neurodivergence such as ADHD, highly sensitive people (HSP), BPD and Bipolar Disorder. I am open to and encourage discussing spirituality in our therapy sessions.

Currently accepting clients. You might be experiencing distress from trauma or challenging life events or you’re finding it hard to cope. Maybe communication in your relationships has broken down leaving you more alone than connected. Here’s where I can help. I take the time to hear your story, explore the roots of your struggles and how it’s affecting you, and explore how to help you navigate through it. Together, we then create a plan that fits you, to help you regain a sense of hope, balance and vitality in life. Life is too short to be lived in significant distress, and sometimes we need a helping hand.

Trauma can affect our relationships and our sense of who we are, but we do not need to stay stuck in distress. Working to find a sense of meaning, reconnecting with the truth of our present moment, and untangling unhelpful narratives can help us reconnect with our authentic selves, making space for greater healing.

Hello! It takes great courage to reach out and ask for help. It is my aim to provide a caring and safe environment so you can explore and receive that support. I work with a wide variety of issues that you may be experiencing. Some of these issues include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship issues, Grief, and Codependency. It is my goal to support you toward health and wholeness and to understand your unique and intrinsic worth. There are many areas in our lives that we sometimes feel stuck, or struggle to get a “handle on it”. It is my aim to help you develop ways to navigate through. You’re not alone in how you feel.

Have you ever felt that life is too overwhelming, and you do not know which direction to take? Do you feel that the ways you have coped with issues thus far have not been fully effective? Then, this is your time to take the next step towards your healing journey. We support individuals that are facing trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, struggling with addiction and undergoing life transitions. Our team is here to support you in your healing journey.