Emotionally Focused Therapists in St John's, NL
Hi there, I’m Alex!
Thanks so much for stopping by! I’m a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association with a background in Applied Social Psychology. Before becoming a counsellor, I spent several years working in the community sector, where I found my passion for supporting families, building connections, and helping people navigate life’s ups and downs. Those experiences taught me how powerful it can be to have a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported — something I strive to offer in my work every day.
Hi there, I’m Alex!
Thanks so much for stopping by! I’m a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association with a background in Applied Social Psychology. Before becoming a counsellor, I spent several years working in the community sector, where I found my passion for supporting families, building connections, and helping people navigate life’s ups and downs. Those experiences taught me how powerful it can be to have a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported — something I strive to offer in my work every day.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not quite yourself lately, you're not alone and you don't have to figure it all out on your own. Reaching out for support is a big step, and I want to honour the courage it takes to get here. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel safe to explore whatever's on your mind and in your heart. Together, we'll move at your pace. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, attachment-based lens that is inclusive, affirming, culturally sensitive, and person-centred.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not quite yourself lately, you're not alone and you don't have to figure it all out on your own. Reaching out for support is a big step, and I want to honour the courage it takes to get here. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel safe to explore whatever's on your mind and in your heart. Together, we'll move at your pace. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, attachment-based lens that is inclusive, affirming, culturally sensitive, and person-centred.
Curtis Pittman - Queer-Affirmative Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CCC, ND
8 Endorsed
St John's, NL A1B
Sometimes life asks more of us than we can comfortably carry. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can slow down, reflect, and collaboratively explore your experiences. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional overwhelm, I provide compassionate care that both validates and challenges you, and supports meaningful change.
Sometimes life asks more of us than we can comfortably carry. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can slow down, reflect, and collaboratively explore your experiences. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional overwhelm, I provide compassionate care that both validates and challenges you, and supports meaningful change.
Hello! My name is Kristan and I am glad you're here! At times it can be difficult to determine what we are looking for or what we need, I am an empathetic and receptive therapist who is determined to help you navigate your way through life in a way that works best for you. It is incredibly important to me that my clients seeking therapeutic intervention experience a safe and non-judgemental environment to share, heal, and gain realistic and effective skills to use outside of the office.
Hello! My name is Kristan and I am glad you're here! At times it can be difficult to determine what we are looking for or what we need, I am an empathetic and receptive therapist who is determined to help you navigate your way through life in a way that works best for you. It is incredibly important to me that my clients seeking therapeutic intervention experience a safe and non-judgemental environment to share, heal, and gain realistic and effective skills to use outside of the office.
I have training and experience with: ACT, Sex Therapy, EFT, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.
As a Social Worker Psychotherapist I work relationally with individuals, and those in partnership with others (including couples and poly dynamics). I am drawn to themes of: shame, sexuality, neurodiversities, grief, and impediments to connection; both to oneself and others. I am queer/bisexual and genderfluid, but you don't have to be, and a person who lives with a long-term invisible chronic illness. I am based in NL but got my start as a therapist Ontario and am registered to provide therapy in 3 provinces (including Nova Scotia). My work is informed by my experiences of working in community mental health and harm reduction.
I have training and experience with: ACT, Sex Therapy, EFT, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.
As a Social Worker Psychotherapist I work relationally with individuals, and those in partnership with others (including couples and poly dynamics). I am drawn to themes of: shame, sexuality, neurodiversities, grief, and impediments to connection; both to oneself and others. I am queer/bisexual and genderfluid, but you don't have to be, and a person who lives with a long-term invisible chronic illness. I am based in NL but got my start as a therapist Ontario and am registered to provide therapy in 3 provinces (including Nova Scotia). My work is informed by my experiences of working in community mental health and harm reduction.
You might feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin, but something in you knows it’s time for healing. I offer a steady, compassionate space where all parts of you are welcome. Whether you’re carrying trauma, navigating big emotions, feeling stuck in old patterns, or longing to feel more like yourself again, we’ll move at your pace. I offer individual and relationship therapy that is neurodivergent, trauma-informed, and sex-positive. As a 2SLGBTQI+ therapist, I strive to offer care that is inclusive, affirming, and deeply respectful.
You might feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin, but something in you knows it’s time for healing. I offer a steady, compassionate space where all parts of you are welcome. Whether you’re carrying trauma, navigating big emotions, feeling stuck in old patterns, or longing to feel more like yourself again, we’ll move at your pace. I offer individual and relationship therapy that is neurodivergent, trauma-informed, and sex-positive. As a 2SLGBTQI+ therapist, I strive to offer care that is inclusive, affirming, and deeply respectful.
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.
Are you ready to transform your life in a way that creates lasting healing?
I am an experienced Clinical Social Worker, Naturopath & Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) who combines traditional, alternative and complementary therapies including Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR).
Both SE and DBR are gentle, powerful & scientifically informed and aim to resolve the core symptoms of emotional pain, shock & trauma, including PTSD & other painful life events that include anxiety, depression, grief, developmental and attachment trauma, guilt, shame & physical pain at the level of the brain and nervous system.
Are you ready to transform your life in a way that creates lasting healing?
I am an experienced Clinical Social Worker, Naturopath & Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) who combines traditional, alternative and complementary therapies including Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR).
Both SE and DBR are gentle, powerful & scientifically informed and aim to resolve the core symptoms of emotional pain, shock & trauma, including PTSD & other painful life events that include anxiety, depression, grief, developmental and attachment trauma, guilt, shame & physical pain at the level of the brain and nervous system.
We’re often told to “be kinder to ourselves,” “worry less,” or “communicate better.” And many of us do understand why we are the way we are. We have insight, self-awareness, and plenty of knowledge about what we “should” be doing. Yet somehow, that knowing doesn’t always translate into real change—whether in how we treat ourselves, how we show up in relationships, or how we move forward in the areas of life that matter most.
We’re often told to “be kinder to ourselves,” “worry less,” or “communicate better.” And many of us do understand why we are the way we are. We have insight, self-awareness, and plenty of knowledge about what we “should” be doing. Yet somehow, that knowing doesn’t always translate into real change—whether in how we treat ourselves, how we show up in relationships, or how we move forward in the areas of life that matter most.
A specialized and multidisciplinary team of Registered Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and Occupational Therapists (OT). We are dedicated to lifelong learning and bring innovative services to our community. We focus on providing individualized services to you and your family in a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and accepting environment. We value genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships and prioritize your comfort and experience. We provide best practice standard of care in Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) toddler to adult, ADHD, IDD, and SLD.
A specialized and multidisciplinary team of Registered Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and Occupational Therapists (OT). We are dedicated to lifelong learning and bring innovative services to our community. We focus on providing individualized services to you and your family in a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and accepting environment. We value genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships and prioritize your comfort and experience. We provide best practice standard of care in Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) toddler to adult, ADHD, IDD, and SLD.
Marilyn is a kind, compassionate, non-judgmental therapist who supports people in their own personal development. She has particular interest in working with couples who may feel stuck in their relationship. Her post-graduate training in Emotional Focused Therapy helps couples break old patterns of communication that are no longer working and reconnect on a deeper level. She also works with individuals who may experience relationship issues. Her post-graduate training in Attachment Focused Psychotherapy helps clients see how their style of connecting may be preventing them from experiencing the type of relationship they desire.
Marilyn is a kind, compassionate, non-judgmental therapist who supports people in their own personal development. She has particular interest in working with couples who may feel stuck in their relationship. Her post-graduate training in Emotional Focused Therapy helps couples break old patterns of communication that are no longer working and reconnect on a deeper level. She also works with individuals who may experience relationship issues. Her post-graduate training in Attachment Focused Psychotherapy helps clients see how their style of connecting may be preventing them from experiencing the type of relationship they desire.
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.
Hello! I'm Rachael, a Certified Canadian Counsellor who is passionate about providing support and understanding tailored to each individual that I have the privilege to therapeutically connect with on a compassionate and empathetic level. I value creating a strong therapeutic alliance to work towards identifying and achieving client goals collaboratively. I work with adults, teens, and children aged 8+.
Hello! I'm Rachael, a Certified Canadian Counsellor who is passionate about providing support and understanding tailored to each individual that I have the privilege to therapeutically connect with on a compassionate and empathetic level. I value creating a strong therapeutic alliance to work towards identifying and achieving client goals collaboratively. I work with adults, teens, and children aged 8+.
I have over four years experience as a Registered Social Worker, with experience and training in multiple areas within the mental health and addiction field. Some of these include but are not limited to children/youth, perinatal mental health, DBT, addictions, couples therapy, complex trauma, and ADHD. I am also an EMDR trained therapist offering EMDR therapy both in-person and virtually!
I am passionate about continuous learning opportunities to better service clients by gaining more knowledge, experience, and higher level skills. My focus is on creating safe spaces for clients and working together to achieve client's goals.
I have over four years experience as a Registered Social Worker, with experience and training in multiple areas within the mental health and addiction field. Some of these include but are not limited to children/youth, perinatal mental health, DBT, addictions, couples therapy, complex trauma, and ADHD. I am also an EMDR trained therapist offering EMDR therapy both in-person and virtually!
I am passionate about continuous learning opportunities to better service clients by gaining more knowledge, experience, and higher level skills. My focus is on creating safe spaces for clients and working together to achieve client's goals.
I help individuals and couples explore and strengthen their relationships; with partners, family, friends, and themselves. Our experiences shape how we think, feel, and connect with others and ourselves. When those experiences include hurt, loss, or disconnection, they can leave lasting patterns that we don’t always see right away. In our work, we might explore how past relationships and attachment patterns show up in your present, make sense of your emotional world, strengthen communication, explore healthy boundaries, or build practical skills to manage the anxiety, depression, and trauma that can come from relational struggles.
I help individuals and couples explore and strengthen their relationships; with partners, family, friends, and themselves. Our experiences shape how we think, feel, and connect with others and ourselves. When those experiences include hurt, loss, or disconnection, they can leave lasting patterns that we don’t always see right away. In our work, we might explore how past relationships and attachment patterns show up in your present, make sense of your emotional world, strengthen communication, explore healthy boundaries, or build practical skills to manage the anxiety, depression, and trauma that can come from relational struggles.
I enjoy working with themes that occur over the life span, such as: Freedom from the self-doubt or anxiety that holds you back; Relational patterns that block your ability to connect with yourself and others; Fear of change, death, living a whole life; Looking for healthy ways of growing and processing unhealed trauma and pain; Developing your intuition and listening to your inner voice; Learning how to identify your thoughts, feelings and sensations.
I enjoy working with themes that occur over the life span, such as: Freedom from the self-doubt or anxiety that holds you back; Relational patterns that block your ability to connect with yourself and others; Fear of change, death, living a whole life; Looking for healthy ways of growing and processing unhealed trauma and pain; Developing your intuition and listening to your inner voice; Learning how to identify your thoughts, feelings and sensations.
I am interested in working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, shame and motivation. I feel psychotherapy is a space to reflect on the meaning of your experiences and emotions and use them to guide your actions in life. I see therapy sessions as intense conversations that help clients create a life that integrates past and present experience to inform a way of going forward that feels true, inspiring and achievable.
I am interested in working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, shame and motivation. I feel psychotherapy is a space to reflect on the meaning of your experiences and emotions and use them to guide your actions in life. I see therapy sessions as intense conversations that help clients create a life that integrates past and present experience to inform a way of going forward that feels true, inspiring and achievable.
Welcome- I'm glad you're here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and whether you're just starting to explore therapy or returning to it, I want you to feel seen, safe, and supported right from the start! I’ve spent the past few years working in community mental health, supporting people through all kinds of challenges. This work has really shaped how I show up as a clinician and taught me a lot about the strength people carry, even in the toughest situations. Our lived experiences shape us in profound ways. Your story matters- and together, we can honour it as you grow forward.
Welcome- I'm glad you're here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and whether you're just starting to explore therapy or returning to it, I want you to feel seen, safe, and supported right from the start! I’ve spent the past few years working in community mental health, supporting people through all kinds of challenges. This work has really shaped how I show up as a clinician and taught me a lot about the strength people carry, even in the toughest situations. Our lived experiences shape us in profound ways. Your story matters- and together, we can honour it as you grow forward.
I offer an authentic, non-judgmental, relational approach to therapy, and prioritize openness and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. Acknowledging and appreciating the uniqueness of individual circumstances, I employ an individual approach to practice. I am a trauma informed, and strengths focused clinician, working from an anti-oppressive framework, who believes an effective therapeutic relationship is one of the greatest vehicles for change. Each individual is the expert of their own life, and therefore sessions are client focused and client paced.
I offer an authentic, non-judgmental, relational approach to therapy, and prioritize openness and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. Acknowledging and appreciating the uniqueness of individual circumstances, I employ an individual approach to practice. I am a trauma informed, and strengths focused clinician, working from an anti-oppressive framework, who believes an effective therapeutic relationship is one of the greatest vehicles for change. Each individual is the expert of their own life, and therefore sessions are client focused and client paced.
Supporting people to thrive in their intimate lives is one of my passions. I am an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, and offer counselling services to people struggling with concerns related to sexuality and relationships, as well as those seeking to overcome the impact of past traumatic experiences.
Supporting people to thrive in their intimate lives is one of my passions. I am an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, and offer counselling services to people struggling with concerns related to sexuality and relationships, as well as those seeking to overcome the impact of past traumatic experiences.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.