Female Therapists in Pictou, NS

Equine Solace is dedicated to support the emotional health and well being of persons dealing with trauma, PTSD, abuse and/or loss. As a retired police officer, I have witnessed the trauma and grief associated with life on the front lines. These experiences led me to seek new and innovative ways to support people dealing with trauma and PTSD. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate with NSCCT (RCT-C18-015), supervised by Brenda Johnson (RCT 15-002), a certified Mental Health Professional with PRO-EFW (260) and Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) ( 10005030).

My practice offers an evidence based treatment approach in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

I am dedicated to providing exceptional client care to individuals seeking guidance to navigate the complexities of personal life and mental health challenges. You will find a non-judgmental safe space to help you with anxiety, depression, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, trauma related symptoms, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationship and life transition challenges.

You may face sadness, worry, repetitive thoughts, following experiences that are tough to talk about, violence and trauma resulting in numbness, isolation. Maybe you want to dig deeper, to better understand these events and how they are impacting your life now. You may feel increasingly ready to move through and beyond the difficulties you face, to embrace what feels more like the real you. I am trained to work creatively with folks who are in the midst of life’s challenges, to help them process and cope with their emotions. I know how to work with trauma, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, depression and anxiety.

I assist a wide range of clients navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. My work with clients often involves the development of skills in emotional awareness and regulation, self-compassion and mindfulness, empathy and emotional validation, or intra- and inter-personal conflict resolution. I also support clients in their goals toward behaviour change, personal growth, and career exploration. As a therapist, I work from a perspective that recognizes the shared human needs within all of us, as well as the uniqueness of each individual's personal story.

My clients are generally people who are managing a chronic medical condition, are struggling with a life altering diagnosis, who may be finding a life transition challenging(menopause, retirement) and have feelings of anxiety or sadness as a result. I provide counselling to help make difficult decisions.

Accepting new clients who feel lost, misunderstood, and overwhelmed in today's world. You're not alone in feeling exhausted trying to keep up with demands from school, work (capitalism), family, relationships, gender norms, and societal expectations. In counselling, we will work together to gain insight about what's important to you and explore ways to more deeply connect with self and others. No matter what's happened in the past, you deserve a safe space to feel heard, supported, and understood. Just as you are.

I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: sexual issues/dysfunctions (e.g., low desire/arousal, erectile/orgasmic difficulties, pain during sex, sexual difficulties following breast cancer treatment, and persistent genital arousal disorder/genitopelvic dysesthesia), trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamorous relationship issues). Everyone comes into therapy with unique past experiences and future goals. I actively tailor evidence-based treatment to the unique needs and values of each client.

My approach to counselling and psychotherapy is client-centred and trauma-informed. I work with older adolescents and adults with a diverse range of concerns, to increase their sense of confidence and well-being. I am based in Nova Scotia and am currently offering online therapy to Canadian clients. In our work together, you will bring your knowledge of yourself, your experience, and your hopes for the future. I will incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at broadening your awareness and decreasing your distress.

I love to help people, that’s what moves and motivates me. I provide counselling therapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents and children within an open, confidential, BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ positive environment. I use solution-focused and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to implement effective strategies designed to work for you and/or your family. My specialties are listed below. I have over thirty-five years experience as a Teacher, Vice-Principal, Principal and Counsellor in Nova Scotia’s school system as well as over twenty-five years as a Counselling Therapist in my own thriving private practice.

Partnering with people to expand communication skills and deepen personal and professional connections. Retaining Nova Salutem Inc. Clinical, Coaching or Consulting services requires commitment to focusing on data driven decision making, uncovering limiting narratives & openness to experiential exercises to discover ascension to better mind, body & spirit connection. Expect compassionate, trauma informed, professional inquiry, accountability & measurement of change toward desired result. Our methods and approaches will guide you in overcoming your limiting factors to accelerate achievement of your most important missions.

In my practice, I support clients who experience a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress. Life can be overwhelming with unpredictable events happening all the time which can be difficult for someone to manage, especially when everyone has a unique path that includes additional stressors such as traumas, work, relationships, family, health issues and other experiences that may impact their ability to cope.

Welcome! I work with children, youth and adults. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for all clients. My goal is for clients to feel seen and heard by honouring their values and beliefs. I believe the therapeutic relationship is key to fostering a safe and supportive environment. My approach is very collaborative, as this helps provide a deep understanding of the client’s goals, needs and values.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma that affects your ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed or lost? Do you wonder if aspects of your life could be better? Now more than ever people are feeling uncertain and anxious about overcoming challenges. Not addressing your challenges can lead to prolonged pain. We believe that it shouldn't be so hard to live better. We provide a custom approach starting with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing.

I work with people facing life-transitions, whether, health status, relationship status or work pressures adjustment, planning and support tailored for these situations can help. Whether the adjustment to one’s circumstances is invited or not, I help people not only manage the multifaceted nature of transitions and loss, I take a whole-person approach to addressing the many asocial, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of living “WELL”alongside these circumstances helping individuals, families find ways to not just cope, but even thrive through the most challenging of circumstances.

I’m Jenn Peddle, a Registered Counselling Therapist in Nova Scotia - here to help you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. My relationships with clients are built on a foundation of empathy and compassion that allow you to be heard and understood in a non-judgmental environment. I care about your well-being and guarantee top-of-the-line counselling and psychological services catered to your needs. I look forward to connecting and helping you with life's big and small challenges.

At times life can become complicated by stress and adversity which is difficult to navigate on our own. My counselling philosophy is grounded in the knowledge that everyone has strengths and resources that can help them thrive and all of us need genuine caring relationships to live our best lives. Unfortunately, the challenges in our lives can cause us to lose sight of our strengths and strain key relationships leaving us feeling lost, confused and overwhelmed. At these times, counselling can help to explore these thoughts and feelings, identify meaningful solutions and restore hope and overall resilience.

I am currently a Master’s level MA in Counselling Psychology practicum student who is qualified to practice onsite under the clinical supervision of an approved practicum Supervisor. There are many reasons why someone may choose to seek therapy services, and these reasons are as individual as the person themselves. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to determine their therapeutic goals and how they would like to move toward them.

I believe in creating a sustainable & accessible space for health to flourish. While open to supporting any individual interested in exploring the Art Therapy process, my areas of focus are: Navigating Emotions & Trauma with Children, Adolescents & Teens. Navigating Learning Styles/Differences (ADHD, Neurodiversity, Autism Spectrum). Creating Accessible support for Youth & Adults with different abilities and challenges. Navigating Stress & Anxiety & building capacity. Depression. Pregnancy & Postpartum support (experience as a Doula) • Trauma • Pregnancy Loss. I welcome 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities as an advocate and ally.

My ideal client is at the bottom of their “to do” list. They are overworked and pushing themselves beyond capacity. They are likely suffering from symptoms of burnout, stress, anxiety and/or depression. These clients often struggle to understand their own needs because they have neglected themselves, and their mental health for far too long.