Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5556 Sullivan Street, Halifax, NS B3K
Let's Connect (782) 222-5827

My ideal client is at the bottom of their “to do” list. They are overworked and pushing themselves beyond capacity. They are likely suffering from symptoms of burnout, stress, anxiety and/or depression. These clients often struggle to understand their own needs because they have neglected themselves, and their mental health for far too long.
I offer therapy sessions for individuals struggling in their day to day lives. Therapy is more than identifying/changing patterns, it is also an introspective journey into yourself. Together we explore, and redefine your relationship with yourself and those in your life by improving self-awareness, communication and establishing healthy boundaries.
Life has many ups and downs, learn to maintain a healthy life balance. When struggling with mental health issues, the smallest steps can create big changes. Using evidence-based skills and tools, you can learn to change your life at your own pace. When you are ready, please reach out and we can begin your journey together.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Gillian Ann O'Brien now - (782) 222-5827
Let's Connect (782) 222-5827

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
Payment Methods
Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Medavie Blue Cross
Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (782) 222-5827
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-C23-001 Gillian Ann O'Brien
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Yorkville University , Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology , Graduated 2022
- Degree/Diploma from Memorial University of Newfoundland Bachelor of Arts / 2001
- Degree/Diploma from University of Prince Edward Island Masters in Edcational Leadership / 2011
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (782) 222-5827
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- Addiction
- Adoption
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Veterans
- Video Game Addiction
- Women's Issues
Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (782) 222-5827
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Strength-Based
Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (782) 222-5827
Location
Gillian Ann O'Brien
Counsellor, MACP, MEd, BA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (782) 222-5827