Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR (she, her)

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25 Wentworth Street, 102, Dartmouth, NS B2Y

(782) 492-0090

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The way I view human beings is that every person's life has three aspects: public, private, and inner life. Public life is what the world sees; private life is shared with close ones; but the inner life is known only to ourselves. It holds our deepest thoughts, feelings, and desires often left unspoken. We may feel confused or overwhelmed without a space to express these emotions. That’s where a therapist comes in who is not just a professional, but a compassionate companion. A therapist listens without judgment, helps us understand our emotions, and guides us toward clarity, healing, and self-awareness.

It takes great change to find your wings.

I use a client-centred approach, grounded in the belief that every individual has an innate drive toward growth and positive psychological well-being. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where all personalities are welcomed, respected, and supported. Each client’s unique journey is honoured with empathy and compassion.

I am supporting newcomers as they adjust to life in Canada. If you're a new immigrant experiencing stress, anxiety, or emotional challenges during this transition, you’re not alone. My sessions offer a safe, supportive space to explore healing and build resilience together.

Call or Email Avani Santhoshkumar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (782) 492-0090

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

25 Wentworth Street

102

Dartmouth, NS B2Y map

(782) 492-0090

Clinical Associate at Wholetherapy

45 Alderney Drive

Dartmouth, NS B2Y map

I offer therapy sessions online and in person. I am available most weekdays, weekends and in the evening.

I specialize in Panic Disorder, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD

$170 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (782) 492-0090

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

25 Wentworth Street

102

Dartmouth, NS B2Y map

(782) 492-0090

Clinical Associate at Wholetherapy

45 Alderney Drive

Dartmouth, NS B2Y map

I offer therapy sessions online and in person. I am available most weekdays, weekends and in the evening.

I specialize in Panic Disorder, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD

$170 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $170
Couple Sessions $190

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Blue Cross

I provide the fees receipt to claim insurance.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

I provide the fees receipt to claim insurance.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-C24-017 Avani Santhoshkumar

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

Attended Master in Clinical Psychology , BA,PGD Guidence and counselling, PGD Special care counselling , Graduated 2017

Additional Credentials

License: Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapist RCT-C24-017 / 2024

Membership with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 11251483 / 2024

I am an EMDR Therapist, a registered counselling therapist-C, a clinical therapist (UC-NSHA), a facilitator for a Trauma group at ISANS and an Indian psychologist. I have worked with different age groups and almost all kinds of mental disorders in my professional career.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Panic Disorder
Women's Issues
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioural Issues
Bisexual
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Guidance
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues

I work with clients who may be struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder and women's issues like Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder(PMDD), Postpartum depression (PPD), and Pre-Peri and post-menopause depression. I prefer to know my clients well during initial sessions and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps them get their lives back.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Lesbian Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Gujarati ,

Hindi ,

Malyalam ,

Punjabi ,

Rajastani ,

Tamil ,

Urdu

Religion

Hindu

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Lesbian Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Gujarati ,

Hindi ,

Malyalam ,

Punjabi ,

Rajastani ,

Tamil ,

Urdu

Religion

Hindu

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Trauma Focused

I often use Client-Centred Therapy and CBT in my practice. In our first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and determine the best approach to support your progress. With CBT, we'll examine how thoughts influence emotions, and I'll guide you in challenging unhelpful thoughts to foster positive emotional change throughout your treatment.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 492-0090

Location

Primary Location

25 Wentworth Street

102

Dartmouth, NS B2Y

(782) 492-0090

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Clinical Associate at Wholetherapy

45 Alderney Drive

Dartmouth, NS B2Y

(782) 492-0090

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

I offer therapy sessions online and in person. I am available most weekdays, weekends and in the evening.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call for a free consultation now - (782) 492-0090

I offer therapy sessions online and in person. I am available most weekdays, weekends and in the evening.

Avani Santhoshkumar

Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate, MA CPsy, RCT-C, EMDR

Call for a free consultation now - (782) 492-0090

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