Somatic Therapists in Halifax, NS
Carly Hominuk
Counsellor, BA, MACP, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H (Online Only)
I pull from various evidence-based modalities including EFT, ACT, CBT, IFS, Existential Theory, somatic therapy, and nervous system regulation.
I'm Carly, and I help teens and adults process trauma and grief, as well as heal their anxiety, depression, relationships, and/or coping mechanisms. I work with people from all walks of life and have a particular interest in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse and adverse childhood experiences. I have extensive experience treating complex trauma and healing anxious attachment wounds. Trauma is re-experienced in the mind and body and greatly impacts the lens through which you view the world. Therapy can be incredibly effective at helping you become unstuck from your past - more ease, better relationships, and presence.
I pull from various evidence-based modalities including EFT, ACT, CBT, IFS, Existential Theory, somatic therapy, and nervous system regulation.
I'm Carly, and I help teens and adults process trauma and grief, as well as heal their anxiety, depression, relationships, and/or coping mechanisms. I work with people from all walks of life and have a particular interest in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse and adverse childhood experiences. I have extensive experience treating complex trauma and healing anxious attachment wounds. Trauma is re-experienced in the mind and body and greatly impacts the lens through which you view the world. Therapy can be incredibly effective at helping you become unstuck from your past - more ease, better relationships, and presence.
I specialize working with women and families who have gone through various forms of trauma, and support them to discover new forms of empowerment and inner wisdom through a trauma informed and somatic approach.
Do you feel like you are stuck in the past, hindered by anxious emotions, depression, are physically depleted, have difficulty sleeping, experience a sense of hopelessness and/or have intrusive thoughts? Are you tired of the mind not being an ally but instead feel like you are working against yourself? If so, I might be the right person to help you understand what is holding you back and to take next steps towards the life you want to live by navigating the complexity of both your inner life and external factors causing stress. I take a holistic approach, honouring the interdependence of the mind, body, and spirit.
I specialize working with women and families who have gone through various forms of trauma, and support them to discover new forms of empowerment and inner wisdom through a trauma informed and somatic approach.
Do you feel like you are stuck in the past, hindered by anxious emotions, depression, are physically depleted, have difficulty sleeping, experience a sense of hopelessness and/or have intrusive thoughts? Are you tired of the mind not being an ally but instead feel like you are working against yourself? If so, I might be the right person to help you understand what is holding you back and to take next steps towards the life you want to live by navigating the complexity of both your inner life and external factors causing stress. I take a holistic approach, honouring the interdependence of the mind, body, and spirit.
I am especially interested in early life experiences and draw on attachment and development theory, and emotion, cognitive and somatic modalities.
I specialize in trauma therapy and work with individuals on their journey of healing, growth, and wellness. I use a collaborative, holistic, and body-oriented approach to support clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, irritability, sleep impairments, digestion issues, chronic pain, grief, and relationship difficulties.
I am especially interested in early life experiences and draw on attachment and development theory, and emotion, cognitive and somatic modalities.
I specialize in trauma therapy and work with individuals on their journey of healing, growth, and wellness. I use a collaborative, holistic, and body-oriented approach to support clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, irritability, sleep impairments, digestion issues, chronic pain, grief, and relationship difficulties.
Andréa Lussing
Registered Counselling Therapist, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
In our sessions I may pull from a variety of evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, positive psychology, cognitive approaches, and energy/ somatic techniques to help you reach your goals.
Life can be challenging and some parts can keep us feeling stuck. Maybe you're dealing with an issue that keeps coming up, anxiety that prevents you from living the way you want, or something from your past. Maybe you're overwhelmed or unhappy and need some support. As a counselling therapist I provide a safe, non-judgemental presence to explore whatever it is that needs your attention. Together we can bring compassion and curiosity to your struggles and find new perspectives so that you can shift out of patterns that no longer serve you. I'm here for you.
In our sessions I may pull from a variety of evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, positive psychology, cognitive approaches, and energy/ somatic techniques to help you reach your goals.
Life can be challenging and some parts can keep us feeling stuck. Maybe you're dealing with an issue that keeps coming up, anxiety that prevents you from living the way you want, or something from your past. Maybe you're overwhelmed or unhappy and need some support. As a counselling therapist I provide a safe, non-judgemental presence to explore whatever it is that needs your attention. Together we can bring compassion and curiosity to your struggles and find new perspectives so that you can shift out of patterns that no longer serve you. I'm here for you.
I work with close attention to the impact emotions have on the body's physiology; and I am trained in Somatic Experience to treat trauma as developed by Peter Levine PhD.
I have a wait list for new clients. Online appointments are available on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings. My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that people have an inherent capacity for healthiness. I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
I work with close attention to the impact emotions have on the body's physiology; and I am trained in Somatic Experience to treat trauma as developed by Peter Levine PhD.
I have a wait list for new clients. Online appointments are available on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings. My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that people have an inherent capacity for healthiness. I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
Tod Augusta Scott Family Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3M
This is done through developing collaborative relationships, engaging in somatic work, and helping you create your own pathways to repair.
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
This is done through developing collaborative relationships, engaging in somatic work, and helping you create your own pathways to repair.
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
I use empirically backed therapies and incorporate mindfulness, psychoeducation, somatic awareness, and behavioral interventions.
Is the inside of your head feeling like an uncomfortable place to be? Working with a mental health professional can create a meaningful shift. Sometimes the harsh things we say to ourselves and our unconscious patterns can leave us trapped in a cycle of just trying to survive. Could the way you've learned to cope/survive be keeping you stuck or moving you away from who you want to be and how you want to live? Learning to see yourself, your life, and your patterns clearly can create opportunities for healing, growth, and more meaningful relationships.
I use empirically backed therapies and incorporate mindfulness, psychoeducation, somatic awareness, and behavioral interventions.
Is the inside of your head feeling like an uncomfortable place to be? Working with a mental health professional can create a meaningful shift. Sometimes the harsh things we say to ourselves and our unconscious patterns can leave us trapped in a cycle of just trying to survive. Could the way you've learned to cope/survive be keeping you stuck or moving you away from who you want to be and how you want to live? Learning to see yourself, your life, and your patterns clearly can create opportunities for healing, growth, and more meaningful relationships.
I believe that everyone has inner wisdom which can lead them towards healing. Can I help you learn to trust yourself enough to make space for your pain, shame, grief, sadness, joy, and love to be felt and explored? By being curious about your resistance to feeling, we can process and digest it. I am trained as a somatic, relational, and trauma therapist, and I can help you understand the unique ways you learned to resist or avoid parts of yourself as a way of protection. I believe that human connection is an essential part of the healing process and I prioritize my role as a human first and as a therapist second.
I believe that everyone has inner wisdom which can lead them towards healing. Can I help you learn to trust yourself enough to make space for your pain, shame, grief, sadness, joy, and love to be felt and explored? By being curious about your resistance to feeling, we can process and digest it. I am trained as a somatic, relational, and trauma therapist, and I can help you understand the unique ways you learned to resist or avoid parts of yourself as a way of protection. I believe that human connection is an essential part of the healing process and I prioritize my role as a human first and as a therapist second.
I'm currently in ongoing training with a focus in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Brainspotting.
I am a Halifax-based counsellor, psychotherapist, and creative arts therapist with a background in mindfulness, body-based, and trauma-oriented modalities. I believe that to struggle is a fundamental part of human experience. As humans are relational beings, we need to be witnessed, supported and deeply heard in order to process and expand beyond our grief and our pain. We all have the innate capacity for healing. With the right space to hold and befriend our difficult memories and emotions, our minds and bodies learn that there can be safety, freedom, and possibility in our lives.
I'm currently in ongoing training with a focus in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Brainspotting.
I am a Halifax-based counsellor, psychotherapist, and creative arts therapist with a background in mindfulness, body-based, and trauma-oriented modalities. I believe that to struggle is a fundamental part of human experience. As humans are relational beings, we need to be witnessed, supported and deeply heard in order to process and expand beyond our grief and our pain. We all have the innate capacity for healing. With the right space to hold and befriend our difficult memories and emotions, our minds and bodies learn that there can be safety, freedom, and possibility in our lives.
My approach to trauma therapy is rooted in transpersonal, humanistic, somatic, and nature-based modalities.
Healing from trauma isn't about "fixing" something that's broken within you; it's a profound unravelling of rediscovering and embracing the parts of yourself that have remained hidden in the shadows of fear and chaos. It's about dismantling destructive patterns created out of survival so that you can reconnect and come home to your authentic SELF. It's about learning to live with a full range of experiences and emotions and feeling as though you are capable, worthy, and enough.
My approach to trauma therapy is rooted in transpersonal, humanistic, somatic, and nature-based modalities.
Healing from trauma isn't about "fixing" something that's broken within you; it's a profound unravelling of rediscovering and embracing the parts of yourself that have remained hidden in the shadows of fear and chaos. It's about dismantling destructive patterns created out of survival so that you can reconnect and come home to your authentic SELF. It's about learning to live with a full range of experiences and emotions and feeling as though you are capable, worthy, and enough.
Welcome, my name is Dawn and I have been working with individuals and groups in the fields of community-based development, education, health and wellness, and physical rehabilitation for over 20 years. Using narrative, trauma informed, and somatic approaches, I follow the philosophy that people are not their problems, behaviours, or past. If we can externalize and deconstruct the latter, by tapping into values and strengths, then there is potential to rewrite your narrative moving forward. I am dedicated in assisting you in relieving the stressors of holding onto stories that do not connect with your true self concept.
Welcome, my name is Dawn and I have been working with individuals and groups in the fields of community-based development, education, health and wellness, and physical rehabilitation for over 20 years. Using narrative, trauma informed, and somatic approaches, I follow the philosophy that people are not their problems, behaviours, or past. If we can externalize and deconstruct the latter, by tapping into values and strengths, then there is potential to rewrite your narrative moving forward. I am dedicated in assisting you in relieving the stressors of holding onto stories that do not connect with your true self concept.
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Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Together, we will use various techniques from therapies such as acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, somatic, and attachment-focused therapy to help you navigate life's challenges.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
Together, we will use various techniques from therapies such as acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, somatic, and attachment-focused therapy to help you navigate life's challenges.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
Hartwell Counselling, Ltd
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K (Online Only)
Through the integration of EMDR, Somatic therapy and other evidence-based psychological modalities, I guide clients on a transformative journey.
When was the last time you experienced harmony with your core principles? At Hartwell Counselling, I provide a compassionate and transformative therapy rooted in evidence-based practices such as EMDR. EMDR which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and its the gold standard for treating and processing trauma. EMDR reduces trauma symptoms in a shorter time frame than the traditional talk therapy. Many clients have reported a reduction of traumatic symptoms after the initial few sessions of EMDR. EMDR is not a magic cure for trauma but it might produce some symptoms relief.
Through the integration of EMDR, Somatic therapy and other evidence-based psychological modalities, I guide clients on a transformative journey.
When was the last time you experienced harmony with your core principles? At Hartwell Counselling, I provide a compassionate and transformative therapy rooted in evidence-based practices such as EMDR. EMDR which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and its the gold standard for treating and processing trauma. EMDR reduces trauma symptoms in a shorter time frame than the traditional talk therapy. Many clients have reported a reduction of traumatic symptoms after the initial few sessions of EMDR. EMDR is not a magic cure for trauma but it might produce some symptoms relief.
Michelle Chisholm
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
Waitlist for new clients
I take an eclectic approach, integrating somatic and mindfulness practices along with narrative and parts work approaches in order support clients in both mind and body.
Do you feel like there are deep roots to your problems but become overwhelmed trying to unpack these feelings on your own? Are you looking for some guidance to untangle your conflicting thoughts and behaviours and connect with your authentic self? I work with folks to understand where these big feelings come from, and support them to communicate with the parts of themselves that are experiencing difficulty. If you are tired of constantly fighting your own inner thoughts and want a space where where you can finally stop fighting and feel safe to open up about what is really going on for you, this may be it!
I take an eclectic approach, integrating somatic and mindfulness practices along with narrative and parts work approaches in order support clients in both mind and body.
Do you feel like there are deep roots to your problems but become overwhelmed trying to unpack these feelings on your own? Are you looking for some guidance to untangle your conflicting thoughts and behaviours and connect with your authentic self? I work with folks to understand where these big feelings come from, and support them to communicate with the parts of themselves that are experiencing difficulty. If you are tired of constantly fighting your own inner thoughts and want a space where where you can finally stop fighting and feel safe to open up about what is really going on for you, this may be it!
I am also a yoga teacher, and I use this background to support clients in healing the somatic experiences of trauma.
I can assist you to recognize your inherent worth, value and abilities. I often work with folks who have experienced trauma including racial trauma, sexualized violence & intimate partner violence, as well as occupational & vicarious trauma. I prioritize working with Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. I support folks in decreasing symptoms of adversities that may include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, substance misuse and/or relational difficulties. I work with clients to connect their mind, bodies and hearts through somatic therapy, land-based healing, parts work & Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I am also a yoga teacher, and I use this background to support clients in healing the somatic experiences of trauma.
I can assist you to recognize your inherent worth, value and abilities. I often work with folks who have experienced trauma including racial trauma, sexualized violence & intimate partner violence, as well as occupational & vicarious trauma. I prioritize working with Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. I support folks in decreasing symptoms of adversities that may include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, substance misuse and/or relational difficulties. I work with clients to connect their mind, bodies and hearts through somatic therapy, land-based healing, parts work & Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Aroha Pride Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J (Online Only)
They utilize integrative approaches that include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strengths Based Approach, Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Solution Focused.
Everyone needs some extra support sometimes. With Aroha Counselling, our mental health professionals support people who are coping with a range of experiences. Our practices are framed within an anti-oppressive, queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, trauma informed, and harm reduction lens. Clients can expect a welcoming and stigma free counselling environment. We provide services to anyone in need of support from all walks of life and have additional specialization in providing informed services to the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please note that all of our services are virtual.
They utilize integrative approaches that include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strengths Based Approach, Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Solution Focused.
Everyone needs some extra support sometimes. With Aroha Counselling, our mental health professionals support people who are coping with a range of experiences. Our practices are framed within an anti-oppressive, queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, trauma informed, and harm reduction lens. Clients can expect a welcoming and stigma free counselling environment. We provide services to anyone in need of support from all walks of life and have additional specialization in providing informed services to the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please note that all of our services are virtual.
Laura McGavin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I often draw on parts work, narrative therapy, mindfulness, attachment theory, and somatic/body-based therapies.
Perhaps you're feeling anxious, numb or stuck. Or maybe you’re struggling with past trauma or loss. Whether you’re searching for solid ground, a way forward, or a greater sense of meaning and connection in life, I will hold your story with dignity and non-judgment. I bring a gentle, focused attention to our time together, offering a space where you’re welcome to feel, talk about—and question—anything. I have experience with childhood/complex trauma, PTSD, abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship ruptures, identity shifts and other concerns.
I often draw on parts work, narrative therapy, mindfulness, attachment theory, and somatic/body-based therapies.
Perhaps you're feeling anxious, numb or stuck. Or maybe you’re struggling with past trauma or loss. Whether you’re searching for solid ground, a way forward, or a greater sense of meaning and connection in life, I will hold your story with dignity and non-judgment. I bring a gentle, focused attention to our time together, offering a space where you’re welcome to feel, talk about—and question—anything. I have experience with childhood/complex trauma, PTSD, abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship ruptures, identity shifts and other concerns.
Kayleigh Arkalgud
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H (Online Only)
Specializing in somatic techniques and internal family systems therapy, I utilize an integrative approach that is informed by attachment theory and neuroscience to address anxiety, depression, PTSD and attachment trauma.
Welcome! Are you looking for a space to explore your current stressors, to understand your emotions and behaviours, current coping strategies, and to find new ways to support your healing? As a registered social worker for the last 12 years, I am deeply committed to helping individuals of all ages navigate the complexities of their inner worlds to strengthen their self-awareness and healing. I will provide support to find relief from symptoms but also gain valuable insights into your authentic self, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and authenticity.
Specializing in somatic techniques and internal family systems therapy, I utilize an integrative approach that is informed by attachment theory and neuroscience to address anxiety, depression, PTSD and attachment trauma.
Welcome! Are you looking for a space to explore your current stressors, to understand your emotions and behaviours, current coping strategies, and to find new ways to support your healing? As a registered social worker for the last 12 years, I am deeply committed to helping individuals of all ages navigate the complexities of their inner worlds to strengthen their self-awareness and healing. I will provide support to find relief from symptoms but also gain valuable insights into your authentic self, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and authenticity.
I draw from developmental and somatic theory, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and employ a trauma-informed approach.
The focus of my work is supporting people to discover, befriend, and transform old ways of being. Through exploring personal narratives, habitual responses, and the subconscious terrain, we work together to create fresh space and open to new ways of being. Sessions with me involve talk therapy with somatic exercises, Brainspotting, parts work and hypnotherapy woven in as is supportive and appropriate. I am warm and grounded, and keep the session energy flowing through active inquiry and deep listening. Working at a pace that feels safe and supportive for you is key, and so I regularly check in to ensure that this is your experience.
I draw from developmental and somatic theory, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and employ a trauma-informed approach.
The focus of my work is supporting people to discover, befriend, and transform old ways of being. Through exploring personal narratives, habitual responses, and the subconscious terrain, we work together to create fresh space and open to new ways of being. Sessions with me involve talk therapy with somatic exercises, Brainspotting, parts work and hypnotherapy woven in as is supportive and appropriate. I am warm and grounded, and keep the session energy flowing through active inquiry and deep listening. Working at a pace that feels safe and supportive for you is key, and so I regularly check in to ensure that this is your experience.
Caroline Lacelle
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RYT200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I primarily work from an Eye Movement therapy lens, including EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy, incorporating self-compassion, somatic, and cognitive therapies.
I believe in each person’s capacity for healing and I endeavour to meet you from a place of curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. I work with individuals to process and peacefully resolve past trauma, manage present anxieties, and effectively cope with stressors to engage more fully in their lives. I am an attachment-based practitioner trained in various integrative and relational therapies with a specific focus on trauma recovery and anxiety management.
I primarily work from an Eye Movement therapy lens, including EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy, incorporating self-compassion, somatic, and cognitive therapies.
I believe in each person’s capacity for healing and I endeavour to meet you from a place of curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. I work with individuals to process and peacefully resolve past trauma, manage present anxieties, and effectively cope with stressors to engage more fully in their lives. I am an attachment-based practitioner trained in various integrative and relational therapies with a specific focus on trauma recovery and anxiety management.
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How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.