Jillian Rankin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
300 Prince Albert Road, Dartmouth, NS B2Y
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One of the bravest decisions a person can make is to be open to learning about themselves. It's not always easy to reach out for support, but I'm here to guide you on your journey towards a more positive and fulfilling life. I focus on what is of value to you in my counselling approach, where we work as a team to determine the best way to move forward in achieving your mental health and wellness goals. Together, we'll build on your existing resources within your social and cultural world, learn new ways of coping, and uncover strengths you may not be aware that you have; all to empower you to overcome adversity in your life.
I offer specialized therapeutic services to individuals who are struggling to regulate their emotions, experience sensory overstimulation, have conflict in their relationships, and face difficulties moving through life's transitions.
If any of the services that I provide are of interest or you would like to have a discussion about the ways in which counselling may be helpful, please reach out to me by email to book a free 15-minute phone consultation session. I look forward to supporting you in navigating life's challenges, as well as celebrating its victories.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- Manulife
- Medavie Blue Cross
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
Jillian Rankin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-21-006 Jillian Rankin
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended Acadia University, Master of Education in Counselling, Graduated 2014
- Degree/Diploma from Counsellor Training Institute of Canada Registered Professional Counsellor / 2009
- Degree/Diploma from St. Francis Xavier University Bachelor of Science in Psychology / 2005
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Jillian Rankin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Autism
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Career Guidance
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Jillian Rankin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Jillian Rankin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.