Personality Disorders Therapists in Halifax, NS
I have specific expertise in the treatment of complex trauma and personality disorders.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in Toronto with 25 years experience and a highly regarded teacher and clinical supervisor with extensive experience in psychotherapy training and supervision. I am a Lecturer in Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto and train and supervise psychiatry residents in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the University Health Network. I am also on Faculty and a Supervising Analyst at the Toronto Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis and I teach in the Advanced Training Program in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at the Toronto Psychoanalytic Institute.
I have specific expertise in the treatment of complex trauma and personality disorders.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in Toronto with 25 years experience and a highly regarded teacher and clinical supervisor with extensive experience in psychotherapy training and supervision. I am a Lecturer in Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto and train and supervise psychiatry residents in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the University Health Network. I am also on Faculty and a Supervising Analyst at the Toronto Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis and I teach in the Advanced Training Program in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at the Toronto Psychoanalytic Institute.
Erin Montgomery
Counsellor, MEd, MTA, FAMI, CCC, RCT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
I particularly enjoy working with adult children of narcissistic parents.
My work includes a deep commitment to the well-being of my clients. I work with those who are 19 and older and offer individual as well as group sessions. I understand that stress affects our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual selves. In my specialized practice, I support people whose difficult life experiences have resulted in post traumatic and dissociative responses, as well as anxiety and depression. I assist my clients to make the shift from surviving to thriving. I often work experientially in sessions using parts work and music, with a focus on relationship and emotion. We'll collaborate on a plan that works for you.
I particularly enjoy working with adult children of narcissistic parents.
My work includes a deep commitment to the well-being of my clients. I work with those who are 19 and older and offer individual as well as group sessions. I understand that stress affects our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual selves. In my specialized practice, I support people whose difficult life experiences have resulted in post traumatic and dissociative responses, as well as anxiety and depression. I assist my clients to make the shift from surviving to thriving. I often work experientially in sessions using parts work and music, with a focus on relationship and emotion. We'll collaborate on a plan that works for you.
Miguel Robichaud
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is general in scope. I work with individuals presenting with anxiety, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorders, major depressive disorders, and other mood-related conditions. I also work with individuals presenting with personality disorders, trauma and other relational/interpersonal difficulties. I provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment services (e.g., ADHD, ASD, brain Injury, personality and interpersonal functioning). Over time, my clients' symptoms reduce, and we shift focus to finding meaning and fulfillment in life.
My practice is general in scope. I work with individuals presenting with anxiety, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorders, major depressive disorders, and other mood-related conditions. I also work with individuals presenting with personality disorders, trauma and other relational/interpersonal difficulties. I provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment services (e.g., ADHD, ASD, brain Injury, personality and interpersonal functioning). Over time, my clients' symptoms reduce, and we shift focus to finding meaning and fulfillment in life.
Julie Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3M (Online Only)
I have a specialized interest in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety disorders, addiction/substance use, and personality disorders. Making changes can be anxiety provoking and overwhelming. I recognize that feeling alone can get in the way of making the progress you want to make. I am happy to support you in bettering your mental health overall.
I have a specialized interest in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety disorders, addiction/substance use, and personality disorders. Making changes can be anxiety provoking and overwhelming. I recognize that feeling alone can get in the way of making the progress you want to make. I am happy to support you in bettering your mental health overall.
Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, DEd, PSYCH
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
Waitlist for new clients
ISTDP is a psychodynamic treatment that brings rapid reduction/elimination of broad emotional symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, somatization (physical symptoms) and personality disorders.
Our practice is a private clinic that offers psychological services by regulated psychologists. The mission of Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services is to promote improved mental health for individuals, families and the community using empirically based and scientifically proven assessment and treatment techniques. All psychologists at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services are dedicated to the highest ethical standards and approach each and every client with compassion and respect.
ISTDP is a psychodynamic treatment that brings rapid reduction/elimination of broad emotional symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, somatization (physical symptoms) and personality disorders.
Our practice is a private clinic that offers psychological services by regulated psychologists. The mission of Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services is to promote improved mental health for individuals, families and the community using empirically based and scientifically proven assessment and treatment techniques. All psychologists at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services are dedicated to the highest ethical standards and approach each and every client with compassion and respect.
I'm a trauma-informed Clinical Therapist and Registered Clinical Social Worker who operates from an integrative, empowerment lens and works with a diverse range of needs including but not limited to depression, anxiety (GAD, OCD, social), personality disorders, motivation, and life transitions.
There is no "too big" or "too small"- all inquiries and goals are welcome for exploration within our therapeutic space. With a background in Corrections and Community Mental Health, I've been fortunuate to hear the stories of many and guide them toward meaningful change and healing.
I'm a trauma-informed Clinical Therapist and Registered Clinical Social Worker who operates from an integrative, empowerment lens and works with a diverse range of needs including but not limited to depression, anxiety (GAD, OCD, social), personality disorders, motivation, and life transitions.
There is no "too big" or "too small"- all inquiries and goals are welcome for exploration within our therapeutic space. With a background in Corrections and Community Mental Health, I've been fortunuate to hear the stories of many and guide them toward meaningful change and healing.
Mental Health Colour Clinic
Counsellor, MSc, CCC, RCT
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J (Online Only)
Our area of focus includes trauma ( PTSD, attachment, childhood trauma), anxiety disorder (GAD, OCD, social anxiety), mood disorders (Depression and Bipolar Disorder), Couples/ Relationship counselling, Personality disorders, LGBTQ+, Anger management, Grief, Stress management and Burnout, Body image, eating disorder & self-esteem.
Starting therapy and counselling takes courage and can be a significant moment in one’s life. At Mental Health Colour, we provide therapeutic environment that is safe, supportive, and non-judgmental, grounded in compassion and empathy, which allows you to uncover new insights and move at your own pace towards the changes you hope to create. Our approach is collaborative and relational, where clients develop a long-lasting and secure connection in a safe space.
Our area of focus includes trauma ( PTSD, attachment, childhood trauma), anxiety disorder (GAD, OCD, social anxiety), mood disorders (Depression and Bipolar Disorder), Couples/ Relationship counselling, Personality disorders, LGBTQ+, Anger management, Grief, Stress management and Burnout, Body image, eating disorder & self-esteem.
Starting therapy and counselling takes courage and can be a significant moment in one’s life. At Mental Health Colour, we provide therapeutic environment that is safe, supportive, and non-judgmental, grounded in compassion and empathy, which allows you to uncover new insights and move at your own pace towards the changes you hope to create. Our approach is collaborative and relational, where clients develop a long-lasting and secure connection in a safe space.
Broken Gold Counseling, Ltd.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MACP, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3J
Everyone struggles with certain things at different times in their lives. Mental wellness is a journey, not a destination and we are all at different points along the path. Sometimes, we need help guiding our steps and knowing how best to keep going. Our ideal clients may be struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, grief, or personality disorders. Generally, they realize that things in their life are just not wor and they want to learn new ways of behaving, thinking and relating to themselves and others to make lasting changes. Our practice with clients is collaborative and supportive.
Everyone struggles with certain things at different times in their lives. Mental wellness is a journey, not a destination and we are all at different points along the path. Sometimes, we need help guiding our steps and knowing how best to keep going. Our ideal clients may be struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, grief, or personality disorders. Generally, they realize that things in their life are just not wor and they want to learn new ways of behaving, thinking and relating to themselves and others to make lasting changes. Our practice with clients is collaborative and supportive.
Christine Renee Armstrong
Psychiatric Nurse, BScN , RN , PMHNC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
My heart goes out to everyone as we recover from the pandemic. Grief, loss, and change can make it difficult to adjust and move forward. I am passionate about helping others heal so that they can live their best lives. I am a good listener who is empathetic, compassionate and understanding without judgement. Reach out today, consider me as someone willing to be a part of your individual care and wellness.
My heart goes out to everyone as we recover from the pandemic. Grief, loss, and change can make it difficult to adjust and move forward. I am passionate about helping others heal so that they can live their best lives. I am a good listener who is empathetic, compassionate and understanding without judgement. Reach out today, consider me as someone willing to be a part of your individual care and wellness.
What has spared us from pain in the past often keeps us stuck and anxious in the present. Most of us wish to be free of our psychological suffering, but we find ourselves continuing to treat ourselves or others poorly in spite of our best interest to do otherwise. We all need a therapeutic relationship where we can learn to experience our emotions safely, regulate our anxiety, and turn against our defenses. I provide Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a comprehensive form of psychotherapy that helps patients experience their emotions and understand themselves across a broad range of clinical concerns.
What has spared us from pain in the past often keeps us stuck and anxious in the present. Most of us wish to be free of our psychological suffering, but we find ourselves continuing to treat ourselves or others poorly in spite of our best interest to do otherwise. We all need a therapeutic relationship where we can learn to experience our emotions safely, regulate our anxiety, and turn against our defenses. I provide Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a comprehensive form of psychotherapy that helps patients experience their emotions and understand themselves across a broad range of clinical concerns.
Christine Fall Moore
Counsellor, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are going through a loss of relationship, health, or another life struggle, I provide a relaxed atmosphere where you are invited to be yourself. This is your time, and I will work with you to help you get as much out of your sessions as possible. Please be sure to check with your insurance to confirm you have coverage for (RCT) Registered Counselling Therapists, usually listed under para-medical with insurances. I offer a 30% discount for the first session (for new clients/on-line format only) to explore the therapy relationship fit and to gather information .
Whether you are going through a loss of relationship, health, or another life struggle, I provide a relaxed atmosphere where you are invited to be yourself. This is your time, and I will work with you to help you get as much out of your sessions as possible. Please be sure to check with your insurance to confirm you have coverage for (RCT) Registered Counselling Therapists, usually listed under para-medical with insurances. I offer a 30% discount for the first session (for new clients/on-line format only) to explore the therapy relationship fit and to gather information .
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Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life. Now offering our comprehensive iDBT treatment program for adults and youth! Check out our website and reserve your spot.
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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.
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.
Vicki Jeha
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
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.
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.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Shannon (they/them) is a queer, non-binary, trauma-informed registered social worker in Halifax, NS. They are a certified Geek Therapist, trained to use your fandom, geekery and passions to create a therapeutic environment that is meaningful to you. Shannon is a recognized expert in trauma-informed practices and approaches, however, they 100% recognize they are not an expert in you. Shannon will always work from a person-centred space, helping you navigate life transitions, unique situations or historical trauma wounds that are affecting your current life.
Shannon (they/them) is a queer, non-binary, trauma-informed registered social worker in Halifax, NS. They are a certified Geek Therapist, trained to use your fandom, geekery and passions to create a therapeutic environment that is meaningful to you. Shannon is a recognized expert in trauma-informed practices and approaches, however, they 100% recognize they are not an expert in you. Shannon will always work from a person-centred space, helping you navigate life transitions, unique situations or historical trauma wounds that are affecting your current life.
I'm ready to help you work on your issues when you are ready to do the work as well. However, sometimes you may come to me for one thing when really there is something else going on instead. Flexibility and adaptability is important in this work, for everyone involved.
I'm ready to help you work on your issues when you are ready to do the work as well. However, sometimes you may come to me for one thing when really there is something else going on instead. Flexibility and adaptability is important in this work, for everyone involved.
A life-long resident of Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia, I am a mother, witch, ally and member of the ‘spoonie’ community. With a background in psychology and social work, I like to engage clients in psychoeducation, concrete practices and narrative processing, to help them best understand their emotional, somatic and behaviour-based responses to people and events. I believe that learning about topics such as the mind-body connection, emotional development, identities and relational roles help us to create a greater understanding of oneself and those around us.
A life-long resident of Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia, I am a mother, witch, ally and member of the ‘spoonie’ community. With a background in psychology and social work, I like to engage clients in psychoeducation, concrete practices and narrative processing, to help them best understand their emotional, somatic and behaviour-based responses to people and events. I believe that learning about topics such as the mind-body connection, emotional development, identities and relational roles help us to create a greater understanding of oneself and those around us.
I believe that people are inherently healthy and resilient, and capable of recovering from areas where they may be stuck by finding new insights, knowledge and tools. I see my role as helping people find their way through mental health challenges, challenges with family relationships or with work, struggles with chronic illness, loss and grief, or through life transitions to see their highest potential.
I believe that people are inherently healthy and resilient, and capable of recovering from areas where they may be stuck by finding new insights, knowledge and tools. I see my role as helping people find their way through mental health challenges, challenges with family relationships or with work, struggles with chronic illness, loss and grief, or through life transitions to see their highest potential.
Living as we do in a complicated world, most of us at one time or another are beset by problems that are difficult to solve alone. They may involve situations that negatively affect the quality of life such as marriage problems, a difficult, adolescence, a personal crisis or discord in your family. We, at Roth Associates in Psychology and Counselling, are committed to providing sensitive, professional counselling to help resolve personal crises.
Living as we do in a complicated world, most of us at one time or another are beset by problems that are difficult to solve alone. They may involve situations that negatively affect the quality of life such as marriage problems, a difficult, adolescence, a personal crisis or discord in your family. We, at Roth Associates in Psychology and Counselling, are committed to providing sensitive, professional counselling to help resolve personal crises.
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Personality Disorders Counsellors
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.