Photo of Lindsay Porter, Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island
Lindsay Porter
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
*In person sessions available* Reaching out for professional support can be the first step towards creating effective, lasting changes in areas of life that are meaningful to you. I offer 15 years of experience working with adults and youth in various clinical mental health settings. A compassion driven, strengths based approach serves as the foundation to my practice. Approachability, empathy and authenticity are qualities that I bring to the therapeutic relationship.
*In person sessions available* Reaching out for professional support can be the first step towards creating effective, lasting changes in areas of life that are meaningful to you. I offer 15 years of experience working with adults and youth in various clinical mental health settings. A compassion driven, strengths based approach serves as the foundation to my practice. Approachability, empathy and authenticity are qualities that I bring to the therapeutic relationship.
(902) 314-5534 View (902) 314-5534
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Your Life Design Inc.
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bonshaw, PE C0A  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients: We are a group of Island therapists. We typically work with busy professionals and their families, offering evening and weekend appointments remotely. You can choose a phone call, or a video for your sessions. We were an online counselling service before COVID, and we still are! We are Registered Social Workers, and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who happen to be educators/trainers as well. We work with children aged 4+, youth, individuals, couples, and families. All therapists have access to regular clinical supervision by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer professional training as well!
Accepting New Clients: We are a group of Island therapists. We typically work with busy professionals and their families, offering evening and weekend appointments remotely. You can choose a phone call, or a video for your sessions. We were an online counselling service before COVID, and we still are! We are Registered Social Workers, and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who happen to be educators/trainers as well. We work with children aged 4+, youth, individuals, couples, and families. All therapists have access to regular clinical supervision by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer professional training as well!
(902) 905-6645 View (902) 905-6645
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Michael Wasnidge
Counsellor, RPC-C, CPCA, BBA
Verified Verified
Cardigan, PE C0A  (Online Only)
Whether you're navigating impossible circumstances or simply seeking a roadmap towards your true potential, I am here to support you on your personal journey towards greater inner peace and fulfillment. My ideal client is someone who feels ready to look inward, challenge their limiting beliefs, and start looking at their life through a more self-empowered lens. Life is hard for everyone, but it can be a little easier when you begin to unburden yourself of impossible expectations and learn how to be a little kinder to yourself.
Whether you're navigating impossible circumstances or simply seeking a roadmap towards your true potential, I am here to support you on your personal journey towards greater inner peace and fulfillment. My ideal client is someone who feels ready to look inward, challenge their limiting beliefs, and start looking at their life through a more self-empowered lens. Life is hard for everyone, but it can be a little easier when you begin to unburden yourself of impossible expectations and learn how to be a little kinder to yourself.
(506) 703-8453 View (506) 703-8453
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottetown, PE C1E  (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.
(604) 243-9824 View (604) 243-9824
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Amanda MacDonald-Dunham
Counsellor, CT, CPC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Amanda's office is located in Summerside, PEI, where she provides in person and online therapy. She has a specialization in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing(EMDR) therapy and Couples and Relationship therapy. She focuses on using EMDR, IFS, Gottman therapy, CBT and DBT with a client centered approach. Amanda brings her 15 years of expertise to treat the underlying issues that are creating struggles and difficulties in individuals lives. Her relationship and rapport building creates a safe enviornment for the client. She also provides virtual and phone counselling.
Amanda's office is located in Summerside, PEI, where she provides in person and online therapy. She has a specialization in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing(EMDR) therapy and Couples and Relationship therapy. She focuses on using EMDR, IFS, Gottman therapy, CBT and DBT with a client centered approach. Amanda brings her 15 years of expertise to treat the underlying issues that are creating struggles and difficulties in individuals lives. Her relationship and rapport building creates a safe enviornment for the client. She also provides virtual and phone counselling.
(450) 915-3680 View (450) 915-3680
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Calm Shores Counselling
Registered Social Worker, RSW/MSW, BSW, BA
Verified Verified
Charlottetown, PE C1A  (Online Only)
The world today is complex. It can be overwhelming to navigate relationships, work, school, friends, and readjusting to post-pandemic life. Some problems overwhelm us (whether they are current or from our past) and reduce our typical abilities to cope and feel happy. Jacqueline believes you are the expert in your own life, and as such asks you the pertinent questions so that you may find your own unique strategies and solutions. Jacqueline is an empathetic listener, respectful, and kind. She truly cares and wants to help you achieve your goals.
The world today is complex. It can be overwhelming to navigate relationships, work, school, friends, and readjusting to post-pandemic life. Some problems overwhelm us (whether they are current or from our past) and reduce our typical abilities to cope and feel happy. Jacqueline believes you are the expert in your own life, and as such asks you the pertinent questions so that you may find your own unique strategies and solutions. Jacqueline is an empathetic listener, respectful, and kind. She truly cares and wants to help you achieve your goals.
(581) 333-7321 View (581) 333-7321
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Angela F Turner
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MC, BRE, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottetown, PE C1A  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself in a place that is unwelcome or unexpected? Grieving a loss? Fighting anxiety and losing? Dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Perhaps you are just coming to terms with traumatic situations that seemed normal for years or you are finding it hard to connect with people in lasting and meaningful ways?
Do you find yourself in a place that is unwelcome or unexpected? Grieving a loss? Fighting anxiety and losing? Dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Perhaps you are just coming to terms with traumatic situations that seemed normal for years or you are finding it hard to connect with people in lasting and meaningful ways?
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Photo of Aulakh Psychological & Counselling Services, Psychologist in Prince Edward Island
Aulakh Psychological & Counselling Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
We are a team of experienced Registered Psychologists offering compassionate, collaborative and personalized care consistent with best practices. Together we offer services to clients of various ages and developmental stages. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, parents and couples. We also work closely with individuals who work in or have worked in high risk settings such as veterans, first responders and corrections officers.
We are a team of experienced Registered Psychologists offering compassionate, collaborative and personalized care consistent with best practices. Together we offer services to clients of various ages and developmental stages. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, parents and couples. We also work closely with individuals who work in or have worked in high risk settings such as veterans, first responders and corrections officers.
(902) 812-0609 View (902) 812-0609
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Breelove.ca
Counsellor, MA, LCT, RCT, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
Healing is your right. Regardless of your gender, socioeconomic status, or skin colour, we’ll walk alongside you on your way to wellbeing. Welcome to Breelove.ca — a racial and trauma informed online wellness platform for everyone, prioritizing 2S.L.G.B.T.Q.I.A.+, Black, Indigenous, and other racialized people across Canada. Here, we believe wellness is a necessity, not a luxury. We are wholeheartedly committed to improving the holistic well-being of all individuals, and especially underserved communities, by providing affordable and accessible resources and services that align with your values, interests, and goals.
Healing is your right. Regardless of your gender, socioeconomic status, or skin colour, we’ll walk alongside you on your way to wellbeing. Welcome to Breelove.ca — a racial and trauma informed online wellness platform for everyone, prioritizing 2S.L.G.B.T.Q.I.A.+, Black, Indigenous, and other racialized people across Canada. Here, we believe wellness is a necessity, not a luxury. We are wholeheartedly committed to improving the holistic well-being of all individuals, and especially underserved communities, by providing affordable and accessible resources and services that align with your values, interests, and goals.
(506) 500-5541 View (506) 500-5541
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Thomas Tucker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, PhD, LICSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottetown, PE C1A  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life brings hardships. You may be burdened by the past, worried about the future, or just struggling to get through the day. You may have distressing thoughts, emotions or habits that get in the way of living the life you seek. You might have trouble coping, while also being reluctant to seek support. I believe that everyone has within them the capacities to live a happy and meaningful life, and yet anyone can get stuck and need help getting back on track. By working together collaboratively and customizing a plan to meet your goals, we can begin to discover and develop your inner strengths and wisdom to find a path forward.
Life brings hardships. You may be burdened by the past, worried about the future, or just struggling to get through the day. You may have distressing thoughts, emotions or habits that get in the way of living the life you seek. You might have trouble coping, while also being reluctant to seek support. I believe that everyone has within them the capacities to live a happy and meaningful life, and yet anyone can get stuck and need help getting back on track. By working together collaboratively and customizing a plan to meet your goals, we can begin to discover and develop your inner strengths and wisdom to find a path forward.
(226) 780-6647 View (226) 780-6647
Photo of Shelly Murphy, Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island
Shelly Murphy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Not accepting new clients
Over the years I have worked with many individuals and families experiencing complex life challenges such as: PTSD; childhood trauma and related symptoms (eg. anxiety/depression/substance use/compulsive behaviors); interpersonal relationship challenges, attachment injuries and workplace stress related issues such as compassion fatigue and burnout. Clients who most benefit from my approach are those who are open to exploring their experiences with an open mind, a little self compassion and a lot of patience for the healing process with the goal of making meaningful changes in their lives.
Over the years I have worked with many individuals and families experiencing complex life challenges such as: PTSD; childhood trauma and related symptoms (eg. anxiety/depression/substance use/compulsive behaviors); interpersonal relationship challenges, attachment injuries and workplace stress related issues such as compassion fatigue and burnout. Clients who most benefit from my approach are those who are open to exploring their experiences with an open mind, a little self compassion and a lot of patience for the healing process with the goal of making meaningful changes in their lives.
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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.