Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC (she, her)

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6 Endorsed

3700 Kempt Road, Suite 211, Halifax, NS B3K

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Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: interpersonal abuse recovery, trauma recovery, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.

As a Narrative therapist trained in EMDR, I believe we have an innate ability to heal and grow – but sometimes we get stuck. Our brains and bodies develop defence mechanisms to protect us during hard times. Sometimes, defences stick around as unhelpful patterns after danger has passed. I can help you identify, understand, and shift patterns and narratives.

Together, we can gain a clearer picture of what's important to you and how to move towards it. I believe that therapy can be a life-changing experience of connection, safety, respect, and clarity. If you feel ready, I'd be honoured to hear your story.

Email Ali Joy Richardson now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K map

I provide sessions Mondays-Wednesdays in-person, via video, and phone. I provide sessions on Thursdays via video and phone.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety

$155 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I'm Ali - I look forward to learning more about what you're seeking from therapy.

Connect with Ali Joy Richardson

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K map

I provide sessions Mondays-Wednesdays in-person, via video, and phone. I provide sessions on Thursdays via video and phone.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety

$155 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I'm Ali - I look forward to learning more about what you're seeking from therapy.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $155
Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Blue Cross
Medavie Blue Cross
Veterans Affairs Canada

I'm a Registered Provider with Blue Cross and may be covered by other plans. My website lists helpful questions to ask your provider or HR.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

I'm a Registered Provider with Blue Cross and may be covered by other plans. My website lists helpful questions to ask your provider or HR.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-25-044 Ali Joy Richardson

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Yorkville University, M.A. Counselling Psychology (Distinction)

Additional Credentials

Membership with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 11243554 / 2024

Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto Hon. B.A.

I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists. I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have additional training in EMDR, the Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Relationship Issues
Anxiety

Expertise

Artist Mental Health
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Spirituality
Transgender
Women's Issues

I have particular experience in trauma recovery, especially healing from abuse. We'll work at the pace that's right for you.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

I have particular experience in trauma recovery, especially healing from abuse. We'll work at the pace that's right for you.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

6 Endorsements

Michelle Labine AuDHD

Counsellor, PhD, RCT, RP, CCC, CST

Ali is sincere, deeply compassionate and listens intently to her clients. She has a beautiful creative way about her that she brings into her therapy, enhancing her sessions.

Cassidy Franklin

Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC

Ali is a warm, genuine, and intuitive counselling therapist. Her approach is incredibly thoughtful and compassionate, I would highly recommend working with Ali!

Attune Counselling Therapy Ltd.

Counsellor, MEd, RCT, CCC, MTA

Ali's creativity and knowledge support her in being an effective and caring therapist across a range of ages.

Janet Budd

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC, CST

Ali is a warm, compassionate and genuine therapist who values the strengths of her clients. Ali is highly skilled and works with clients to create a trusting relationship and safe space to support healing. I would highly recommend working with Ali!

Neil Silcox

Counsellor, MEd, MFA, RCT-C

Ali Joy Richardson's warmth and compassion are unmatched, and she is deeply dedicated to all her clients. Her expertise in Narrative Therapy gives her a unique ability to help people create new stories for who they are and how they want to be in the world.

Jennifer Shadbolt

Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MSc, MEd, RCT-C

Ali is a caring and perceptive therapist with genuine empathy and dedication to her clients. If looking for a therapist, I highly recommend Ali!

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Existential
Expressive Arts
Gottman Method
Narrative
Person-Centered
Relational
Therapeutic Writing
Trauma Focused

With curiosity and compassion, Narrative Therapy helps us examine the stories we tell ourselves about our lives. Which stories are serving us? Which are limiting us? Where do these stories come from? What parts of ourselves have we lost touch with?

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K

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Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Halifax

Postal Codes

I provide sessions Mondays-Wednesdays in-person, via video, and phone. I provide sessions on Thursdays via video and phone.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

I provide sessions Mondays-Wednesdays in-person, via video, and phone. I provide sessions on Thursdays via video and phone.

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC

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