Attachment-based Therapists in St John's, NL
Hey there! As a therapist, I’m here to support you through challenges and help you move toward meaningful change. I often find myself working with individuals who are navigating a variety of difficulties, such as anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, depression, ADHD, and interpersonal conflicts. I know how overwhelming these struggles can feel. My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted, so that you can build resilience, adjust to life’s changes, and reconnect with your sense of worth and grow.
Hey there! As a therapist, I’m here to support you through challenges and help you move toward meaningful change. I often find myself working with individuals who are navigating a variety of difficulties, such as anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, depression, ADHD, and interpersonal conflicts. I know how overwhelming these struggles can feel. My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted, so that you can build resilience, adjust to life’s changes, and reconnect with your sense of worth and grow.
You've always managed. Pushed through. Found workarounds. But somewhere in your 30s and 40s, everything got harder, the brain fog, the overwhelm, the feeling that you're falling apart just when life expects the most from you.
Perimenopause is often the moment ADHD finally shows its face in women, or makes an already difficult condition nearly unmanageable. You're not losing your mind. You're not weak. You're dealing with something real that most providers don't understand, let alone treat.
You've always managed. Pushed through. Found workarounds. But somewhere in your 30s and 40s, everything got harder, the brain fog, the overwhelm, the feeling that you're falling apart just when life expects the most from you.
Perimenopause is often the moment ADHD finally shows its face in women, or makes an already difficult condition nearly unmanageable. You're not losing your mind. You're not weak. You're dealing with something real that most providers don't understand, let alone treat.
Hi, I'm Nicole (she/her) and I offer a safer space to talk about your challenges. Whether it's a diagnosed mental health concern or something you are still exploring, I will support you toward healing, hope, and becoming more present in your life. I can help if you are looking to explore your own story - how did you get here and where would you like to go?
Hi, I'm Nicole (she/her) and I offer a safer space to talk about your challenges. Whether it's a diagnosed mental health concern or something you are still exploring, I will support you toward healing, hope, and becoming more present in your life. I can help if you are looking to explore your own story - how did you get here and where would you like to go?
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Substance Misuse, Trauma, including PTSD and C-PTSD, or issues related to Gender and Sexuality? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not knowing how to deal with your present situation? No one goes through life without having to overcome challenges. Whatever concern brings you to therapy, together, in an emotionally safe and non-judgmental space, we can explore the barriers that stand in the way of you feeling content and whole, and learn skills to cope and deal with concerns in your life. Approved provider for ADT/License Reinstatement for Motor Vehicle Registration - NL.
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Substance Misuse, Trauma, including PTSD and C-PTSD, or issues related to Gender and Sexuality? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not knowing how to deal with your present situation? No one goes through life without having to overcome challenges. Whatever concern brings you to therapy, together, in an emotionally safe and non-judgmental space, we can explore the barriers that stand in the way of you feeling content and whole, and learn skills to cope and deal with concerns in your life. Approved provider for ADT/License Reinstatement for Motor Vehicle Registration - NL.
I know that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and i'm so glad that you're here. As a therapist, I value creating a warm and accepting therapeutic environment and prioritize building an authentic connection with my clients. I believe wholeheartedly in each persons inherent strengths and resiliency and support folks to acknowledge patterns that are holding them back in life. In our work together we will focus on developing new resources, processing unhealed trauma or distress and developing a deeper understanding of self, allowing you to live a more full life.
I know that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and i'm so glad that you're here. As a therapist, I value creating a warm and accepting therapeutic environment and prioritize building an authentic connection with my clients. I believe wholeheartedly in each persons inherent strengths and resiliency and support folks to acknowledge patterns that are holding them back in life. In our work together we will focus on developing new resources, processing unhealed trauma or distress and developing a deeper understanding of self, allowing you to live a more full life.
I am an MSW clinical therapist with 23 years experience offering therapy to adults, adolescents, and couples/relationships(trad or non-trad). Reaching out can be hard, creating feelings of anxiety, or a fear of being misunderstood or judged. My goal as your therapist is to provide a non-judgemental, collaborative experience where you can comfortably work through the things that get in the way of you living a more contented life. I aim to provide an authentic, compassionate, trauma-informed, gender affirming, inclusive space for everyone I meet.
I am an MSW clinical therapist with 23 years experience offering therapy to adults, adolescents, and couples/relationships(trad or non-trad). Reaching out can be hard, creating feelings of anxiety, or a fear of being misunderstood or judged. My goal as your therapist is to provide a non-judgemental, collaborative experience where you can comfortably work through the things that get in the way of you living a more contented life. I aim to provide an authentic, compassionate, trauma-informed, gender affirming, inclusive space for everyone I meet.
As a Social Worker for the last 16 years, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families through various roles in the child welfare system. For the last 8 years I have provided counselling to individual youth and adults within the child welfare system and privately. I believe in the power of a supportive therapeutic relationship coupled with a strength based and individual focus in counselling. I aim to support my clients in growth, goal achievement, and healing. I am an EMDR clinician and have training in DBT, CBT, sex therapy, Internal Family Systems Trauma Focused CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
As a Social Worker for the last 16 years, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families through various roles in the child welfare system. For the last 8 years I have provided counselling to individual youth and adults within the child welfare system and privately. I believe in the power of a supportive therapeutic relationship coupled with a strength based and individual focus in counselling. I aim to support my clients in growth, goal achievement, and healing. I am an EMDR clinician and have training in DBT, CBT, sex therapy, Internal Family Systems Trauma Focused CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Sometimes life asks more of us than we can comfortably carry. I offer a warm space where we can slow down, reflect, and explore your experiences. I support folks with several concerns, including trauma, anxiety, shame, and self-esteem. I also have a keen interest and training in relational dynamics, and I believe genuine human connection fosters health and healing. It’s because of this belief that I aim to show up authentically, with you, to help meet our innate need to feel seen, heard, and understood. Whether working to find practical interventions or curiously exploring, our work will remain grounded in theory and attuned to you.
Sometimes life asks more of us than we can comfortably carry. I offer a warm space where we can slow down, reflect, and explore your experiences. I support folks with several concerns, including trauma, anxiety, shame, and self-esteem. I also have a keen interest and training in relational dynamics, and I believe genuine human connection fosters health and healing. It’s because of this belief that I aim to show up authentically, with you, to help meet our innate need to feel seen, heard, and understood. Whether working to find practical interventions or curiously exploring, our work will remain grounded in theory and attuned to you.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
I have experience providing individual counselling to children, youth, and families. I offer services in relation to trauma, grief and loss, transitions, family breakdowns, coping, anxiety, depression, ADD/ ADHD, emotional regulation, anger management, and other mental health diagnosis'. I provide brief therapy services which is goal oriented and aimed at debriefing an event, or offering clients new skills they can utilize. This type of service is ideal for those with a limited number of sessions through their insurance or EAP. I also offer more intensive services aimed at helping people work through their trauma.
I have experience providing individual counselling to children, youth, and families. I offer services in relation to trauma, grief and loss, transitions, family breakdowns, coping, anxiety, depression, ADD/ ADHD, emotional regulation, anger management, and other mental health diagnosis'. I provide brief therapy services which is goal oriented and aimed at debriefing an event, or offering clients new skills they can utilize. This type of service is ideal for those with a limited number of sessions through their insurance or EAP. I also offer more intensive services aimed at helping people work through their trauma.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for adults. I am an integrative psychotherapist. I combine the most effective mental health healing modalities from traditional and alternative therapies. I use a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed therapies such as CBT and EMDR and ancient practices such as meditation and spirituality. I take a client centered and goal oriented approach. I am highly intuitive and use my intuition to understand the client on a deeper level beyond what is being said. I work in collaboration with my clients to combine these healing modalities to meet the specific needs of each client.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for adults. I am an integrative psychotherapist. I combine the most effective mental health healing modalities from traditional and alternative therapies. I use a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed therapies such as CBT and EMDR and ancient practices such as meditation and spirituality. I take a client centered and goal oriented approach. I am highly intuitive and use my intuition to understand the client on a deeper level beyond what is being said. I work in collaboration with my clients to combine these healing modalities to meet the specific needs of each client.
Protecting your mental health is essential. We all have problems, periods of stress and challenges in life that strain our ability to cope at times. However, when you have a mental or physical health issue that is taking a toll on your wellness, that becomes your main issue.
If you're feeling dysregulated, which is common during times of stress, focusing on self-care, mindfulness, and grounding practices can help. If your nervous system is working hard to protect you, you may feel overwhelmed and you deserve support. During appointments, we can explore and develop strategies to help you feel like yourself again.
Protecting your mental health is essential. We all have problems, periods of stress and challenges in life that strain our ability to cope at times. However, when you have a mental or physical health issue that is taking a toll on your wellness, that becomes your main issue.
If you're feeling dysregulated, which is common during times of stress, focusing on self-care, mindfulness, and grounding practices can help. If your nervous system is working hard to protect you, you may feel overwhelmed and you deserve support. During appointments, we can explore and develop strategies to help you feel like yourself again.
Hi! I am glad you are here. If you are struggling with emotional abuse, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship issues, finding a counsellor you connect with is important. I know that reaching out for help can be scary, so I aim to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to ensure you feel as comfortable as possible. My space features a cozy couch, and coffee, tea, and snacks are always available.
Hi! I am glad you are here. If you are struggling with emotional abuse, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship issues, finding a counsellor you connect with is important. I know that reaching out for help can be scary, so I aim to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to ensure you feel as comfortable as possible. My space features a cozy couch, and coffee, tea, and snacks are always available.
I use a variety of approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and attachment-based therapy, to help you process trauma, manage stress, and build resilience.
Hi, I’m Kayla – a Canadian Certified Counsellor, Mama of two, and birth trauma survivor in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
In 2021, I experienced a traumatic miscarriage, and in 2022, I narrowly escaped a stillbirth due to a fetal-maternal hemorrhage. These experiences, both deeply personal and transformative, have shaped my passion for supporting others through their own perinatal journeys.
As a therapist and a Mama, I combine my professional training with lived experience to offer compassionate, personalized support for those navigating infertility, loss, pregnancy, early parenthood, and more.
I use a variety of approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and attachment-based therapy, to help you process trauma, manage stress, and build resilience.
Hi, I’m Kayla – a Canadian Certified Counsellor, Mama of two, and birth trauma survivor in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
In 2021, I experienced a traumatic miscarriage, and in 2022, I narrowly escaped a stillbirth due to a fetal-maternal hemorrhage. These experiences, both deeply personal and transformative, have shaped my passion for supporting others through their own perinatal journeys.
As a therapist and a Mama, I combine my professional training with lived experience to offer compassionate, personalized support for those navigating infertility, loss, pregnancy, early parenthood, and more.
Asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do - I’m glad you are making that first step! My therapy room is a safe and accepting space where there is no agenda to change or "cure" you. It is to see you, as you are. My goal is that you feel seen and understood. Many clients come to me describing themselves as depressed, overwhelmed, stressed, stuck or anxious. Most are surprised that I don't try to ’get rid' of these symptoms, but that every part is welcome and has an important story to share. Through mindfulness we bring awareness to these feelings, to understand and embrace them to enable healing at a deeper level.
Asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do - I’m glad you are making that first step! My therapy room is a safe and accepting space where there is no agenda to change or "cure" you. It is to see you, as you are. My goal is that you feel seen and understood. Many clients come to me describing themselves as depressed, overwhelmed, stressed, stuck or anxious. Most are surprised that I don't try to ’get rid' of these symptoms, but that every part is welcome and has an important story to share. Through mindfulness we bring awareness to these feelings, to understand and embrace them to enable healing at a deeper level.
My ideal clients are individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, grief, attachment wounds, chronic stress, PTSD, or nervous system dysregulation, especially those who feel traditional talk therapy has not fully resolved the deeper impact of their experiences. Many are emotionally exhausted from living in survival states such as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. At my neuroscience-based clinic. I use specialized therapies including Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) to help clients process unresolved trauma, regulate the nervous system, and create lasting healing.
My ideal clients are individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, grief, attachment wounds, chronic stress, PTSD, or nervous system dysregulation, especially those who feel traditional talk therapy has not fully resolved the deeper impact of their experiences. Many are emotionally exhausted from living in survival states such as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. At my neuroscience-based clinic. I use specialized therapies including Somatic Experiencing (SE) and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) to help clients process unresolved trauma, regulate the nervous system, and create lasting healing.
Relationships can be the hardest - as well as the most rewarding - aspects of our lives. When things feel solid with the people we are closest to, we have renewed strength to tackle other life challenges. On the other hand, when we are in conflict or disconnected from those we love, other things in our lives become harder. I work with clients to strengthen their most important relationships, work through the blocks and challenges, and help them to create and maintain secure bonds.
Relationships can be the hardest - as well as the most rewarding - aspects of our lives. When things feel solid with the people we are closest to, we have renewed strength to tackle other life challenges. On the other hand, when we are in conflict or disconnected from those we love, other things in our lives become harder. I work with clients to strengthen their most important relationships, work through the blocks and challenges, and help them to create and maintain secure bonds.
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.
As a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples counselling; whether you’re facing long‑distance strain, emotional or physical disconnection, or infidelity. If you’re feeling like roommates, stuck in repeating arguments, or unsure whether to stay or separate, I help couples rebuild trust, clarity, and connection. I understand the pressures of juggling schedules, separation, and busy households across Newfoundland. With extensive couples‑therapy training, I offer a warm & non‑judgmental space. I also support individuals navigating divorce, relationship patterns, anxiety, grief, depression, and high mental loads.
As a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples counselling; whether you’re facing long‑distance strain, emotional or physical disconnection, or infidelity. If you’re feeling like roommates, stuck in repeating arguments, or unsure whether to stay or separate, I help couples rebuild trust, clarity, and connection. I understand the pressures of juggling schedules, separation, and busy households across Newfoundland. With extensive couples‑therapy training, I offer a warm & non‑judgmental space. I also support individuals navigating divorce, relationship patterns, anxiety, grief, depression, and high mental loads.
I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine human connection. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, safe space and an authentic connection where you can show up as your full self—whether you’re navigating ADHD, exploring your identity, working through relationship challenges, or simply trying to make sense of life’s complexities.
I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine human connection. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, safe space and an authentic connection where you can show up as your full self—whether you’re navigating ADHD, exploring your identity, working through relationship challenges, or simply trying to make sense of life’s complexities.
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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.