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Marlene Johns
Counsellor, MEd , RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Marlene Johns is a Registered Counselling Therapist who works with adults, young clients (children/adolescents), and families experiencing difficulty with issues related to anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, self-esteem, low self-confidence, anger, aggression, social anxiety, fears, grief and loss, separation/divorce, adoption/stepfamily issues, major life transitions, and family conflicts which may be preventing them from living a happier and healthier life.
Marlene Johns is a Registered Counselling Therapist who works with adults, young clients (children/adolescents), and families experiencing difficulty with issues related to anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, self-esteem, low self-confidence, anger, aggression, social anxiety, fears, grief and loss, separation/divorce, adoption/stepfamily issues, major life transitions, and family conflicts which may be preventing them from living a happier and healthier life.
(902) 499-2107 View (902) 499-2107
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Jen Carter
Pre-Licensed Professional, CYC, CYCW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Struggling to maintain an open dialogue with your child/teen? Unsure of how to support your child/teen through difficult life transitions? Looking to find guidance and support through parenting challenges? Jen Carter may be the right "fit" for you and your family. As a trained Child and Youth Counsellor with also a background in law enforcement, Jen uses an eclectic style of psychotherapy to connect with youth in a way that communicates, is goal-oriented and provides a sense of comfort and warmth as she collaboratively builds the therapeutic relationship. "Life Happens...And Jen Can Help!" (Jen sees clients up to age 30)
Struggling to maintain an open dialogue with your child/teen? Unsure of how to support your child/teen through difficult life transitions? Looking to find guidance and support through parenting challenges? Jen Carter may be the right "fit" for you and your family. As a trained Child and Youth Counsellor with also a background in law enforcement, Jen uses an eclectic style of psychotherapy to connect with youth in a way that communicates, is goal-oriented and provides a sense of comfort and warmth as she collaboratively builds the therapeutic relationship. "Life Happens...And Jen Can Help!" (Jen sees clients up to age 30)
(902) 346-2158 View (902) 346-2158
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Tania (Margeson) Stanley
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MEd, LCT
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
Graceful Life Counselling is operated out of my home office which is located in a quiet neighborhood in Hampton, NB. I'm a Social Worker and a Counselling Therapist which allows me to customize therapy in a holistic way that considers you personally and also social influences such as work, relationships, and family. I primarily assist individuals and couples going through life's various transitions such as a recent move or job loss, relationship changes, loss of loved ones, estranged family, terminal illness, step and blended family adjustment, and divorce recovery.
Graceful Life Counselling is operated out of my home office which is located in a quiet neighborhood in Hampton, NB. I'm a Social Worker and a Counselling Therapist which allows me to customize therapy in a holistic way that considers you personally and also social influences such as work, relationships, and family. I primarily assist individuals and couples going through life's various transitions such as a recent move or job loss, relationship changes, loss of loved ones, estranged family, terminal illness, step and blended family adjustment, and divorce recovery.
(506) 500-0661 View (506) 500-0661
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Melodie Skeete
Registered Social Worker, BSW , MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
I have 15 years of experience supporting people of all ages, specializing in youth and family therapy.
Sometimes we are living at our best, in harmony with the highs and lows of life. Other times we are stressed, uncertain, overwhelmed and need help with the balance. Relationships are impacted, connections may be strained between family members, past experiences can affect the ability to live in the present moment. Major life transitions can be difficult, and feelings may seem too big to manage.
I have 15 years of experience supporting people of all ages, specializing in youth and family therapy.
Sometimes we are living at our best, in harmony with the highs and lows of life. Other times we are stressed, uncertain, overwhelmed and need help with the balance. Relationships are impacted, connections may be strained between family members, past experiences can affect the ability to live in the present moment. Major life transitions can be difficult, and feelings may seem too big to manage.
(782) 400-6401 View (782) 400-6401
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Yellowfinch Counselling -Marriage&Family Therapist
Counsellor, BA(Psy), MFCS, CCTP, CGS
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
Completed all graduate level courses and training to be an approved associate member of Canadian Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Marriage problems? Communication issues? Perhaps you feel your drifting apart or stuck arguing over the same thing never feeling heard? Intimacy has dramatically decreased or beginning to. Maybe you just need maintenance for your relationship so it stays at the current level and helps to cement emotional connection and bonding or you'd like your relationship to go beyond surface level. Couples counselling is our specialty. We also focus on divorce, co-parenting, infidelity recovery as well as narcissism and break ups. For individual therapy we focus on: anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, return to work (off work stress leave), life changes. Specializations and training in: grief and loss, CBT-I for insomnia, divorce recovery, mindfulness. I use a family systems approach to therapy, as well as am trained in: EFT, Narrative, CBT.
Completed all graduate level courses and training to be an approved associate member of Canadian Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Marriage problems? Communication issues? Perhaps you feel your drifting apart or stuck arguing over the same thing never feeling heard? Intimacy has dramatically decreased or beginning to. Maybe you just need maintenance for your relationship so it stays at the current level and helps to cement emotional connection and bonding or you'd like your relationship to go beyond surface level. Couples counselling is our specialty. We also focus on divorce, co-parenting, infidelity recovery as well as narcissism and break ups. For individual therapy we focus on: anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, return to work (off work stress leave), life changes. Specializations and training in: grief and loss, CBT-I for insomnia, divorce recovery, mindfulness. I use a family systems approach to therapy, as well as am trained in: EFT, Narrative, CBT.
(587) 817-2379 View (587) 817-2379
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Chasity St. Louis
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Currently accepting new clients in person and virtually. Welcome! I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing a range of mental health challenges. I am first and foremost client-centred and collaborative in my approach, which means we work together on how to best support your mental health. Some modalities I tend to draw upon are play therapy, sand tray therapy, expressive arts, narrative therapy, and DBT. However, therapy is for you, and if something doesn’t resonate, we will shift gears until we find something that does. Therapy is a journey we walk together.
Currently accepting new clients in person and virtually. Welcome! I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing a range of mental health challenges. I am first and foremost client-centred and collaborative in my approach, which means we work together on how to best support your mental health. Some modalities I tend to draw upon are play therapy, sand tray therapy, expressive arts, narrative therapy, and DBT. However, therapy is for you, and if something doesn’t resonate, we will shift gears until we find something that does. Therapy is a journey we walk together.
(782) 821-5554 View (782) 821-5554
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Brittany Lynn Parsons
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, BA, CYC-P
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Currently accepting new clients in person and remotely! Welcome! You, the client, are the expert of your life. Taking the first step of reaching out for support is a courageous act! You deserve to feel your best and be celebrated in your efforts along the way. You may be eager to begin your therapeutic journey or hesitant - both feelings are okay. I work with children, youth, families and adults. I specialize in trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief/loss, relationships and life transitions, etc.
Currently accepting new clients in person and remotely! Welcome! You, the client, are the expert of your life. Taking the first step of reaching out for support is a courageous act! You deserve to feel your best and be celebrated in your efforts along the way. You may be eager to begin your therapeutic journey or hesitant - both feelings are okay. I work with children, youth, families and adults. I specialize in trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief/loss, relationships and life transitions, etc.
(902) 403-1599 View (902) 403-1599
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Mariana Lima
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Like many women in today's world, do you struggle to maintain meaningful connections and stay motivated in the face of overwhelming feelings of loneliness and the difficulty of navigating life, particularly after entering motherhood? Do you find yourself unable to fully engage in your daily life, whether it's at work or in your relationships, due to persistent feelings of depression? Are you weighed down by the relentless pressure to meet others' expectations? Looking for a sense of fulfillment and purpose, wondering if there is more to life than this endless struggle?
Like many women in today's world, do you struggle to maintain meaningful connections and stay motivated in the face of overwhelming feelings of loneliness and the difficulty of navigating life, particularly after entering motherhood? Do you find yourself unable to fully engage in your daily life, whether it's at work or in your relationships, due to persistent feelings of depression? Are you weighed down by the relentless pressure to meet others' expectations? Looking for a sense of fulfillment and purpose, wondering if there is more to life than this endless struggle?
(782) 825-8057 View (782) 825-8057
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Nadine Haddad
Psychologist, MPsy
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
Waitlist for new clients
I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Dalhousie University and my Master of Psychology degree from Adler Graduate Professional School.
I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Dalhousie University and my Master of Psychology degree from Adler Graduate Professional School.
(782) 201-4228 View (782) 201-4228
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Kirsten Spasyouti
Counsellor, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
None of us deserve to face life feeling alone. You deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through whatever comes your way; and a place to gain tools that you can use to live every day to the fullest. Perhaps you have a child who is learning to work through their emotions, or you are a young person having a hard time at school or at home. Maybe you are a parent looking to find ways to connect with your child(ren) differently than you are now or you're an adult who is about to go through a big life transition and want a listening ear.
None of us deserve to face life feeling alone. You deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through whatever comes your way; and a place to gain tools that you can use to live every day to the fullest. Perhaps you have a child who is learning to work through their emotions, or you are a young person having a hard time at school or at home. Maybe you are a parent looking to find ways to connect with your child(ren) differently than you are now or you're an adult who is about to go through a big life transition and want a listening ear.
(782) 201-2940 View (782) 201-2940
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Mike Buckley
Counsellor, PhD, Psych, MA, RCT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Dr Mike's extensive clinical experience has allowed him the honour of supporting/guiding his clients with empathy & compassion for over 40 yrs. His commitment, insight & warmth extends outside his practice as his authenticity and caring nature help his clients to feel connected and understood. Dr Mike is committed to building a trusted therapeutic relationship that enhances personal growth while identifying underlying issues causing distress or discomfort in your life. Connect with Dr Mike today to begin your journey to wholeness and authenticity. "Life Happens...And Dr Mike Can Help!"
Dr Mike's extensive clinical experience has allowed him the honour of supporting/guiding his clients with empathy & compassion for over 40 yrs. His commitment, insight & warmth extends outside his practice as his authenticity and caring nature help his clients to feel connected and understood. Dr Mike is committed to building a trusted therapeutic relationship that enhances personal growth while identifying underlying issues causing distress or discomfort in your life. Connect with Dr Mike today to begin your journey to wholeness and authenticity. "Life Happens...And Dr Mike Can Help!"
(902) 346-2158 View (902) 346-2158
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Katie MacDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, RPC-C
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A  (Online Only)
Sometimes things in life feel too big and too hard to face alone. Perhaps you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief. You might need help navigating codependency, tricky relationship dynamics, challenges with substance use, compulsive behavior, or postpartum support. Maybe you want to explore your gender/sexual identity. Counselling can help you better cope with your struggles, work through mental health challenges, face addiction, and find clarity, hope, and healing. Our time together is judgment-free in a space cultivated with safety, trust, and empathy. I strive to be an anti-oppressive, sex and kink-positive practitioner.
Sometimes things in life feel too big and too hard to face alone. Perhaps you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief. You might need help navigating codependency, tricky relationship dynamics, challenges with substance use, compulsive behavior, or postpartum support. Maybe you want to explore your gender/sexual identity. Counselling can help you better cope with your struggles, work through mental health challenges, face addiction, and find clarity, hope, and healing. Our time together is judgment-free in a space cultivated with safety, trust, and empathy. I strive to be an anti-oppressive, sex and kink-positive practitioner.
(782) 800-5646 View (782) 800-5646
Photo of Marcy Daniels, Registered Social Worker in Bedford, NS
Marcy Daniels
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but truth is, on the inside you're a mess. You used to pride yourself on being able to balance a successful career, kids and a healthy relationship. But now, you feel burnt out and anxious; your worries are always rolling around in your mind. Lately, you've been more irritable and frustrated toward your kids and spouse, which makes you feel terrible. Worse yet, you've completely forgotten about yourself. It feels like you are drowning under the weight of your problems and you are desperate to get free. You never imagined yourself seeing a therapist, but you know you need help.
On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but truth is, on the inside you're a mess. You used to pride yourself on being able to balance a successful career, kids and a healthy relationship. But now, you feel burnt out and anxious; your worries are always rolling around in your mind. Lately, you've been more irritable and frustrated toward your kids and spouse, which makes you feel terrible. Worse yet, you've completely forgotten about yourself. It feels like you are drowning under the weight of your problems and you are desperate to get free. You never imagined yourself seeing a therapist, but you know you need help.
(902) 600-2653 View (902) 600-2653
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Sarah Cowans
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
Feeling stuck? Have you noticed a decline in your mood? Are negative thoughts (the "what ifs") becoming more difficult to ignore? Are you struggling with managing a difficult relationship and setting boundaries? Maybe you feel that being a new parent is not what you expected? Are you anticipating to, or going through a period of uncertainty or a life transition? Life is too short to surrender to overwhelming thoughts and feelings. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I can appreciate the need for time and a safe space to process, problem solve and learn strategies and skills to help you become your best self.
Feeling stuck? Have you noticed a decline in your mood? Are negative thoughts (the "what ifs") becoming more difficult to ignore? Are you struggling with managing a difficult relationship and setting boundaries? Maybe you feel that being a new parent is not what you expected? Are you anticipating to, or going through a period of uncertainty or a life transition? Life is too short to surrender to overwhelming thoughts and feelings. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I can appreciate the need for time and a safe space to process, problem solve and learn strategies and skills to help you become your best self.
(902) 518-4033 View (902) 518-4033
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Ruth Downie
Counsellor, BScN, MEdCoun, CHyp(tm), RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Waitlist for new clients
My clients are generally people who are managing a chronic medical condition, are struggling with a life altering diagnosis, who may be finding a life transition challenging(menopause, retirement) and have feelings of anxiety or sadness as a result. I provide counselling to help make difficult decisions.
My clients are generally people who are managing a chronic medical condition, are struggling with a life altering diagnosis, who may be finding a life transition challenging(menopause, retirement) and have feelings of anxiety or sadness as a result. I provide counselling to help make difficult decisions.
(902) 909-5655 View (902) 909-5655
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Melanie Quigg
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
For many people, walking into a therapist’s office can be extremely difficult and anxiety provoking. Melanie recognizes this and is dedicated to creating a therapeutic experience that is comfortable, non-judgmental, and focused on what’s most important to you. Mel will be with you every step of the way in helping you handle all issues that life throws your way as well as meeting your therapeutic goals. Mel is currently accepting clients for in person online and phone therapy.
For many people, walking into a therapist’s office can be extremely difficult and anxiety provoking. Melanie recognizes this and is dedicated to creating a therapeutic experience that is comfortable, non-judgmental, and focused on what’s most important to you. Mel will be with you every step of the way in helping you handle all issues that life throws your way as well as meeting your therapeutic goals. Mel is currently accepting clients for in person online and phone therapy.
(902) 907-5433 View (902) 907-5433
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Elizabeth Berlasso
Counsellor, MEd, NSRCT, SEP, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Taking new clients looking resolve trauma. My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that people have an inherent capacity for healthiness. I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
Taking new clients looking resolve trauma. My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that people have an inherent capacity for healthiness. I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
(902) 706-2275 View (902) 706-2275
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Allison Wood
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Allison, and I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Nest Therapy, where compassionate care meets over two decades of clinical therapy expertise. My specializations include: birth trauma, pregnancy and postpartum anxiety/depression, adjustment to being a new parent, parenting young children, fertility challenges, grief related to stillbirth or pregnancy loss.
Hello, I'm Allison, and I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Nest Therapy, where compassionate care meets over two decades of clinical therapy expertise. My specializations include: birth trauma, pregnancy and postpartum anxiety/depression, adjustment to being a new parent, parenting young children, fertility challenges, grief related to stillbirth or pregnancy loss.
(782) 222-1149 View (782) 222-1149
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Jarah Gregory
Counsellor, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
Finding the right counsellor can be hard! I can resonate with the experience of seeking out counselling. It can be intimidating and anxiety-inducing. If you’re feeling this way, I want you to know you’re welcome here. Therapy is for all, regardless of what you are experiencing in your life. I am a married mother of two and grew up with four siblings. Relationship dynamics, whatever they might be, can be hard to manage. Your thoughts do not dictate who you are! Let’s work together to explore the feelings that are driving us, use them to our advantage, and create the newness you deserve.
Finding the right counsellor can be hard! I can resonate with the experience of seeking out counselling. It can be intimidating and anxiety-inducing. If you’re feeling this way, I want you to know you’re welcome here. Therapy is for all, regardless of what you are experiencing in your life. I am a married mother of two and grew up with four siblings. Relationship dynamics, whatever they might be, can be hard to manage. Your thoughts do not dictate who you are! Let’s work together to explore the feelings that are driving us, use them to our advantage, and create the newness you deserve.
(782) 492-0243 View (782) 492-0243
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Jenna Arsenault
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
Not accepting new clients
I support children and their families who may be struggling with anxiety, behavioural challenges, or family reorganization such as divorce and separation, adoption, or the birth or loss of a family member.
Hi, my name is Jenna, owner and Counselling Therapist at Mountain View Counselling. I specialize in infant and early childhood mental health. When working with children and teens, I work closely with you, the child’s caregiver. You are the most important person in your child’s life, and therapy will be most effective if we work together as a team. Sessions may include parent coaching sessions, child-focused sessions or family sessions. Often, a combination of these sessions is involved. In addition to these services, I also provide counselling services to mothers; providing support and care during the transition to motherhood.
I support children and their families who may be struggling with anxiety, behavioural challenges, or family reorganization such as divorce and separation, adoption, or the birth or loss of a family member.
Hi, my name is Jenna, owner and Counselling Therapist at Mountain View Counselling. I specialize in infant and early childhood mental health. When working with children and teens, I work closely with you, the child’s caregiver. You are the most important person in your child’s life, and therapy will be most effective if we work together as a team. Sessions may include parent coaching sessions, child-focused sessions or family sessions. Often, a combination of these sessions is involved. In addition to these services, I also provide counselling services to mothers; providing support and care during the transition to motherhood.
(902) 901-5906 View (902) 901-5906

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.