Therapists near Halifax helping Adolescents with Gender Identity Issues

Dr. Michael Belgrave is a registered counselling therapist and counsellor-supervisor in private practice, as well as an adjunct professor in the MEd Counselling Program at Acadia University. Michael’s clinical practice, with individuals, couples and families, focuses particularly on relationships. His work has centred around concerns involving trauma and attachment disruption, grief and loss, spirituality & counselling, and counsellor education. Michael recently completed doctoral studies through the Nova Scotia Inter-University PhD Program in Educational Studies, co-sponsored by Acadia, Mount St Vincent, and St Francis Xavier Universities, where his research focus was on the stories and experiences of 'doing school' with students who bring a history of complex trauma and attachment injury.

Counselling therapy can be sought for many reasons. To increase well-being, to decrease discomfort, to manage a crisis, or even to clarify which of these is most pressing. My philosophy is that everyone has a unique perspective that makes them the experts on their own lives and that people come to therapy with the ability to grow; a belief grounded in neuroscience as well as outcomes research in psychotherapy. I use many theoretical lenses, including those of attachment theory, social justice, trauma, and the neuroscience of psychotherapy. I use an integrative approach, drawing on many disciplines and traditions of therapy and using the most applicable techniques from each. I place particular emphasis on person-centred approaches. Please reach out if you want to discuss whether we might be a good fit, or if you have any questions at all. I see it as my professional role to reduce barriers to therapy, stigma around mental health issues, and to make you comfortable with the whole process; from intake on. See further info at www.verdantcounselling.ca

I am a Clinical Psychologist in Halifax, Nova Scotia and I am the owner of Green Leaf Psychological Services. ​I am comfortable offering therapy for a wide range of personal difficulties and have particular interests in helping clients overcome issues related to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, video game addiction, anger, shyness and social anxiety, abusive relationships, assertiveness, grief, breakups and divorce, panic attacks, and perfectionism. During my career (so far) I have worked in hospitals, forensic settings, psychiatric institutions, community services, universities, counselling centres, and private clinics. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology at Dalhousie University, my Masters and PhD. degrees in clinical psychology at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, and my Doctoral Internship at The University of Manitoba. I also provide assessments for Learning Disorders, Child ADHD, Adult ADHD, Dyslexia, IQ, Giftedness, and Academic issues. I take great pride in every assessment I offer, do everything possible to make sure that it is a relaxed and enjoyable experience (especially for child assessments), and will personally sit down to discuss the results and answer all questions when the final report is complete. ​Assessments can be a significant investment of your time and energy. But, they can also answer questions that you have wondered about for many years - and can provide direction and guidance to significantly improve the quality of your life (or the life of your child). This is a responsibility I take very seriously and my goal is to always exceed your expectations for an assessment. Questions? Please send me an email - I personally respond to every inquiry I get!

I am a Psychologist (Candidate Register) with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology and a member of The Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia. I completed my Bachelor of Arts degree with Honours in Psychology at Saint Mary's University and my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Acadia University. I began my career in the Annapolis Valley, working with adults through the Nova Scotia Health Authority. I have experience working with a wide-range of adults in university and hospital outpatient settings and am excited to be offering services at Green Leaf Psychological Services in Halifax. I am comfortable providing therapy to young adults and adults for a wide range of challenges and concerns including depression, anxiety, excessive worry, adjusting to change, burnout, low self-esteem, chronic pain/health concerns, grief, and self-harm. I am particularly interested in helping individuals overcome the challenges associated with shyness and social anxiety, panic attacks, interpersonal or relationship difficulties, and ADHD. I use a client-centred approach to provide a space where individuals feel safe and comfortable working collaboratively with me to identify goals and the most appropriate treatment plan to suit their unique needs. I am sensitive to personal values and I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic models and draw upon tools and therapeutic techniques grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Mindfulness.

I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with The Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology as well as a member of The Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia. I completed my Bachelor of Science degree with Honours in Psychology at St. Francis Xavier University and my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Acadia University. Throughout my time as a Psychologist, I have gained experience working with children, youth, and adults in hospital and university settings. I provide therapy for a range of emotional and personal concerns. I primarily use cognitive-behavioural, acceptance & commitment therapy, and solution-focused approaches in my work at Green Leaf Psychological Services. I believe in working collaboratively with clients and providing a warm and welcoming environment to allow for personal growth to occur. My areas of particular interest include (but are not limited to) anxiety and panic, relationship issues, self-esteem and self-confidence, family concerns, grief, social anxiety, and anger.

Please visit my website for more information or to book an initial session: https://www.thehalifaxpsychologist.ca/ Here is a summary of my training and expertise: I am a Clinical Psychologist with The Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology and a member of The Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia. I completed my undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of New Brunswick, my Masters and PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, and my Doctoral Residency at the QEII Health Sciences Centre. I have worked in hospitals, community agencies, psychiatric institutions, and university counselling centres thus far in my career. In addition to Green Leaf Psychological Services, I also work at QEII Health Sciences Centre with patients in Cardiology, Respirology, and Burns. I develop an understanding of the difficulties people face from Client-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, and Systems perspectives. In therapy, I first get to know a person or a couple holistically by learning their culture, identities strengths, and what they wish to work on. I then draw upon influences from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based therapies, Motivational Interviewing and Communication (MI), Behavioural Change Strategies, and Systems Approaches to collaborate with people on individually tailored treatment plans in order to help them define and achieve their goals. I am comfortable providing individual therapy for a wide range of challenges people face throughout adulthood. I have worked particularly close with people who have health difficulties and can help people with weight management, pain management, coming to terms with and managing chronic health difficulties (e.g. Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diabetes or a Heart condition), and dealing with insomnia or other sleep-related conditions. I am also skilled in helping people with anxiety (e.g. generalized anxiety, shyness, social anxiety, panic attacks), stress-management, depression, anger management, low self-esteem, difficulties with body-image, assertiveness, communication, grief, relationship difficulties, and break-ups. ​ I also provide therapy for couples centering on creating an understanding of mutual values and goals. Using this approach I help couples foster communication skills, build intimacy, get in touch with emotions, solve conflicts, fight fair, and manage difficulties with anger. Need more information? Please visit my website or contact me with any questions. ​Thanks!

Are you struggling and not sure where to start? You may want help with addictions or mental health, your own sexual or violent behaviour or healing from past harms. Maybe you are another professional with a history that intersects with your work. You could be looking for help with your existing family or intimate relationships, job stress, or something else that affects your wellness. I offer a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs in advance of your first session. Services are offered by telephone or video at a rate of $160.00/hour. Insurance companies often cover these fees. We can find a safe space to talk about what is bothering you. I work primarily in trauma, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence. I also work with people with more general needs (addictions, mental health, anger, stress, sex, attachment, and relationships). Let's help you be free of past hurt and work through present challenges. We make time for whatever you are dealing with in each session. Therapy is semi-structured to allow us flexibility. It is most important to me that you get to discuss what you need to at the time. In our first session, we cover some basic background and set some priorities for counselling. Reach out to talk to someone who is ready to listen and help.

I offer emotional and psychological support to clients facing a life altering diagnosis, managing a chronic condition or negotiating a life transition. I support clients experiencing anxiety, grief, and stress using multiple therapeutic interventions including hypnotherapy. Therapy is delivered with modalities including in person, tele counselling, and video counselling.

I have been providing therapy and counselling for over thirty years in a variety of programs in Canada, the Cayman Islands and Bermuda. As well as an adjunct Professor at Dalhousie University I have taught Advanced Counselling in Social Work Practice. I have expertise in a number of therapeutic approaches including: Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution- Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). In my work I strive to provide a comfortable therapeutic relationship which allows my clients to explore their desire and need to make changes and develop strategies for improved coping with difficult emotions and circumstances.

Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates, established in 1991 in Halifax, Nova Scotia has provided psychotherapeutic assistance to thousands of adults,and families. Dr. Woulff developed this this private practice after working in a public mental health centre as both a therapist and clinic director. Her goal in establishing her private practice has been to provide effective, respectful, individualized and timely response to referrals. The Associate therapists have been chosen by Dr. Woulff because they are experienced, highly trained professionals with specialized areas of practice. All Associates have over 15 years professional experience with well developed areas of expertise. Our practice provides both in office and online therapy.

You may be someone who has experience with some of the tougher stuff in life- sadness, worry, repetitive thoughts, and experiences that are hard to talk about like numbness, isolation, violence and trauma. You are someone who is curious to dig deeper to learn more about these life events and how they are impacting your life now. You are ready now to move through and beyond the difficulty into something that feels more like the real you. I’m trained to work creatively with folks who are in the midst of life’s challenges to cope with and process these feelings. I have training in working with trauma, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, and regularly work with clients experiencing anxiety and depression. I can offer creative ways to grow with these experiences using the arts. Perhaps traditional talk therapy has not been effective for you, or perhaps you are looking for a different way to express your challenges. My approach to therapy can help open up possibilities and new pathways. I invite you to reach out to me- I hear you.

I am a Registered Counselling Therapist-Candidate who is licensed to provide counselling services throughout Nova Scotia. My practice is mainly a virtual practice this allows me the luxury of providing counselling counselling via secure video link or telephone, minimizing access barriers. Training's in Behavioral Family Therapy (BFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Work (FW), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Structured Relapse Prevention (SRP). I'll invite you reach out if you want to discuss whether we might be a good fit, or if you have any questions at all. I see it as my professional role to reduce barriers to therapy, stigma around mental health issues, and to make you comfortable with the whole process; from intake on. See further info at www.creatingyourbalancecounsellingtherapy.com

Now accepting NEW clients! I believe in creating a safe place for clients to feel heard, seen, and supported while exploring and discovering their authentic selves. I am mindful, present, and passionate, and I want to meet you where you are in your journey. I have experience working with adults from the 2SLGBTQ+ and poly communities. My areas of practice include ADHD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, trauma, sexual orientation, gender identity, maladaptive patterns, and many others.

Attune Counselling Therapy and Music Psychotherapy offers caring, creative, and confidential counselling therapy services in Dartmouth, NS. My practice focuses on several areas of counselling interest and specialization. A part of my practice focuses on helping people have healthy, respectful relationships; increasing emotional regulation; and shifting away from unhelpful effects of anger. I work with men looking to heal and repair from negative effects of childhood or adult sexual assault/abuse. My practice is 2SLGBTQ+ affirming. I believe that people have the wisdom and ability to uncover, explore, and enjoy greater self-awareness, self-empowerment, well-being, and happiness. Narrative Therapy and Music Therapy form the cornerstones of my approach. I believe in the power of these two approaches to help people on their path toward enjoying greater contentment and a more joyous life. It takes courage to seek help and begin therapy. It can be stressful and upsetting to admit that we need help, but we all do at times. Choosing someone to work with in therapy takes time. Working with the right therapist, one who'll provide support for issues that are important to you, can be transformative and provide you with the relief you're seeking.

Life isn’t always hard, but when things get challenging, when feelings of anxiousness and despair seem overwhelming, seeing a counsellor can help. Having a place to say it all out loud can be the gateway to better emotional and mental health. Sorting through and dealing with issues of anger, abandonment, fear, trauma and hopelessness can help you restore balance in your life. We can work together to find your way forward. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist in Nova Scotia. I provide counselling to individuals and couples primarily in the areas of anxiety and stress management, relationship issues, sexuality, trauma and personal growth and wellness. I also work with clients involved in work conflict and disputes. My therapeutic approach is cognitive-behavioural and solution focused. I facilitate goal setting and help clients to develop and engage in strategies for change. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy-primarily used in couples counselling. I work hard to provide a genuine client-therapist relationship that is collaborative, respectful and empathic.

I am currently able to to welcome new clients to my virtual practice and hope to welcome clients in-person at my Dartmouth based office in June depending on the safety of the situation with Covid-19, which I will be closely monitoring. We are not defined by our problems but it is easy to get caught up in what is not working in our lives and believe there is something wrong with us. I aim to help you rediscover and utilize your strengths, to identify your values, to engage with your life in meaningful ways and to remember that there is so much more to who you are. Together we'll focus on learning to accept, adapt to and live with painful life experiences, process your thoughts and feelings, and deepen your self-awareness so that you can feel more equipped in facing life's inevitable challenges. We will look at what you wish to change and identify ways to help move you forward. Some of my main tasks include helping you to define and move toward your preferred life direction, identify a sense of purpose, learn coping skills and to establish a better relationship with yourself and with others. Since 2014, I have had the pleasure of working in university, college, community and private settings in Halifax, Montreal and Calgary. I have worked as a career counsellor/advisor and mental health counsellor through practicums and internships in Montreal and I completed a provisional psychologist residency in Calgary before becoming a fully licensed psychologist. After many years away, I am happy to be home in Nova Scotia and practicing in Dartmouth. I offer a collaborative, curious and relaxed approach and I focus on building a comfortable relationship in which you can feel seen, heard and empowered to make change. I believe in the innate ability of people to improve their situations and cope with their problems but sometimes, we all need a little extra help.Together, we will focus on what matters to you.

I help individuals and families who have experienced loss become unstuck, move through their grief and find meaning, purpose and joy in their life. It is an honour to walk alongside my clients and be a compassionate and empathetic source of support. I have a client-centered approach and establish a collaborative relationship in order to foster holistic growth. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing grief & loss, sexual abuse, gender transition, adoption, post-abortion and self-compassion. I welcome working with people from all walks of life, cultures, racial backgrounds, sexual orientations, genders and religious denominations and I also love working with children and youth.

Allison is not only a skilled therapist but also a mother herself. Her personal and professional experiences uniquely position her to understand the joys and struggles of the perinatal period. With empathy and insight, Allison provides guidance tailored to your needs, fostering a sense of connection and understanding. Allison has over 20 years experience as a clinical therapist and worked in a perinatal mental health program prior to starting her private practice.

I have effectively supported thousands of clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds in their search for emotional well-being during the most challenging of life situations. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists and a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Do you struggle with unrelenting grief, anxiety, depression, or uncertainty? Do you live with regret of the past or fear of the future? Do you feel stuck due to loss, illness, change, transition, or other circumstances beyond your control? I get it! I have struggled in my own life and, with support, found my way through to create a rich, fulfilling, and meaningful life. No matter where you are right now in your pain, there is hope. What if our work together reduced your suffering and increased your vitality? What would you do differently with your life? What kind of person would you be? Think of all the possibilities! I’m here to show you how! Contact me today to book a free, confidential conversation with me to discuss where you are and how we can get you to the place you want to be.

Michelle is a trauma-informed therapist specializing in hope as part of the healing process. Life is full of change. Grief and trauma can be an unexpected part of the change process. Healing is possible and traveling with a trained therapist for support helps. (It really does!)