Emotionally Focused Therapists in St John's, NL
Curtis Pittman - Queer-Affirmative Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CCC, ND
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
St John's, NL A1B
I take a person-centred approach and am passionate about using Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT) techniques and EMDR, while also pulling from ACT and CBT.
Life can present many struggles that lead us to feel overwhelmed. A warm and supportive safe space provides the foundation for self-exploration and building new skill sets that help us through these moments. Whether your concerns are related to anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and/or grief, I aim to provide compassionate care that validates your experience and supports your goals. - - - Now offering private team-based Adult ADHD Assessments with a Registered Psychologist in Newfoundland and Labrador. - - -
I take a person-centred approach and am passionate about using Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT) techniques and EMDR, while also pulling from ACT and CBT.
Life can present many struggles that lead us to feel overwhelmed. A warm and supportive safe space provides the foundation for self-exploration and building new skill sets that help us through these moments. Whether your concerns are related to anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and/or grief, I aim to provide compassionate care that validates your experience and supports your goals. - - - Now offering private team-based Adult ADHD Assessments with a Registered Psychologist in Newfoundland and Labrador. - - -
Including CBT, EFT, Play-therapy and ADHD.
Feeling the feelings is hard. Building self-esteem and confidence can feel impossible. Not sleeping, anxiety, stress, and eating too little or too much are all issues that challenge us. Learning how to shift perspective and process traumatic life events. All these things show up, and we each feel them differently. Wanting to be your best self is a good life goal! Everyone is welcome. No judgement.
Including CBT, EFT, Play-therapy and ADHD.
Feeling the feelings is hard. Building self-esteem and confidence can feel impossible. Not sleeping, anxiety, stress, and eating too little or too much are all issues that challenge us. Learning how to shift perspective and process traumatic life events. All these things show up, and we each feel them differently. Wanting to be your best self is a good life goal! Everyone is welcome. No judgement.
Carla Condon Barton
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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 all the other challenges. On the other hand, when we are in conflict with those we love the most, everything else in our lives becomes 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 all the other challenges. On the other hand, when we are in conflict with those we love the most, everything else in our lives becomes 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.
Maggie Dawson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CCC, MA, ND
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St John's, NL A1B
My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing on my training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Narrative Therapy, among others.
I frequently work with children, teens, and adults in areas such as self-concept and self-worth, emotion regulation, relationship challenges, grief, and anxiety, as well as folks who have experienced complex trauma. I also have a particular passion for supporting individuals with ADHD in reconnecting with their authentic selves and creating meaningful lives.
My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing on my training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Narrative Therapy, among others.
I frequently work with children, teens, and adults in areas such as self-concept and self-worth, emotion regulation, relationship challenges, grief, and anxiety, as well as folks who have experienced complex trauma. I also have a particular passion for supporting individuals with ADHD in reconnecting with their authentic selves and creating meaningful lives.
Nikki Healey
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I practice from an anti-oppressive lens and draw on a number of therapeutic approaches including CBT, EFT, ACT, CPT, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR and Dissociative Theory.
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist with a deep respect for the healing process. I believe that when you have the courage to allow yourself to embrace hope and believe that healing and recovery is possible, you are taking the first monumental step on your path towards living an authentically empowered life. I am committed to creating a therapeutic space where empathy and collaboration are the cornerstones of supporting you in building on your unique strengths and safely navigating you through your growth journey.
I practice from an anti-oppressive lens and draw on a number of therapeutic approaches including CBT, EFT, ACT, CPT, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR and Dissociative Theory.
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist with a deep respect for the healing process. I believe that when you have the courage to allow yourself to embrace hope and believe that healing and recovery is possible, you are taking the first monumental step on your path towards living an authentically empowered life. I am committed to creating a therapeutic space where empathy and collaboration are the cornerstones of supporting you in building on your unique strengths and safely navigating you through your growth journey.
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your relationship. You can ensure I will offer a safe place for you to become unstuck in these patterns and move towards feeling connected. I will work with you on devising the how to overcome these stuck patterns and create the love you want.
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your relationship. You can ensure I will offer a safe place for you to become unstuck in these patterns and move towards feeling connected. I will work with you on devising the how to overcome these stuck patterns and create the love you want.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Welcome to my page. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma symptoms, substance use or relational concerns it can be difficult to know where to start. If you hope to improve your relationships, reduce stress, increase motivation, explore your relationship with a substance of choice, manage emotions or understand your symptoms, therapy can provide you with guidance and support.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Welcome to my page. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma symptoms, substance use or relational concerns it can be difficult to know where to start. If you hope to improve your relationships, reduce stress, increase motivation, explore your relationship with a substance of choice, manage emotions or understand your symptoms, therapy can provide you with guidance and support.
I often use dialectical behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and emotionally focused therapy.
One of the bravest things you can do is allow yourself to be vulnerable and begin your own story. I can promise you; I understand that taking this step is not easy and intimidating - I hope that together, we can take those deep breaths and begin (or continue) this journey together. I aim to support you as we work through the many obstacles that life may place in front of you so that you can reach your goals while developing and enhancing skills to navigate life.
I often use dialectical behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and emotionally focused therapy.
One of the bravest things you can do is allow yourself to be vulnerable and begin your own story. I can promise you; I understand that taking this step is not easy and intimidating - I hope that together, we can take those deep breaths and begin (or continue) this journey together. I aim to support you as we work through the many obstacles that life may place in front of you so that you can reach your goals while developing and enhancing skills to navigate life.
Thomas O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
To support you, I may use approaches from, dialectical behavioural and cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused and a trauma informed lens.
You deserve to feel excited about life, to like who you are, and to feel more than just stress and worry! I think many people are nervous when it comes to the idea of therapy/counselling because there is sometimes a fear that if I face the music, will it just get louder? Well, I want to provide you with a space that allows you to control the volume, while I help guide you and support you through the process. I want you to reach your goals, overcome emotional suffering, and develop the skills you need to feel empowered as you navigate this complex thing, we call life.
To support you, I may use approaches from, dialectical behavioural and cognitive behavioural therapy, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused and a trauma informed lens.
You deserve to feel excited about life, to like who you are, and to feel more than just stress and worry! I think many people are nervous when it comes to the idea of therapy/counselling because there is sometimes a fear that if I face the music, will it just get louder? Well, I want to provide you with a space that allows you to control the volume, while I help guide you and support you through the process. I want you to reach your goals, overcome emotional suffering, and develop the skills you need to feel empowered as you navigate this complex thing, we call life.
Pathlight Counselling Ltd. (Eric Burnet)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients are people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, and relationship issues or family issues. I have experience working with first responders, 2SLGBTQI+ folk, neurodivergent folk, people who have experienced migration, at-risk youth, and more. I am fluent in both English and French and provide services in both languages. I am a Registered Social Worker in Ontario and Nova Scotia, and am available to clients located anywhere in those provinces.
Many of my clients are people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, and relationship issues or family issues. I have experience working with first responders, 2SLGBTQI+ folk, neurodivergent folk, people who have experienced migration, at-risk youth, and more. I am fluent in both English and French and provide services in both languages. I am a Registered Social Worker in Ontario and Nova Scotia, and am available to clients located anywhere in those provinces.
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Elemental Psychotherapy & Support Services
Counsellor, MAC, CCC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a Humanistic therapist, I apply an integrated, strength-based, and person-centred approach applying an Attachment and Trauma Informed lens that bridges evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, EFT, EMDR, MI with expressive arts and body-centred therapies such as Parts Work, Somatic Regulation, Nature therapy to help you explore, process, and grow towards your goals.
I am Michele Gardiner, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) in 'good standing', and I hold 18 years experience supporting individuals through recovery from Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Disorders, Eating Disorders, and concurrent mental health issues such as C-PSTD, PTSD, Binge Eating, Emotional Eating, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, and major Life Transitions. As a therapist and human being, I appreciate how starting therapy can feel vulnerable and ease this with a warm, professional, accepting approach that focuses on you, and your values and goals for greater peace, joy, and freedom.
As a Humanistic therapist, I apply an integrated, strength-based, and person-centred approach applying an Attachment and Trauma Informed lens that bridges evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, EFT, EMDR, MI with expressive arts and body-centred therapies such as Parts Work, Somatic Regulation, Nature therapy to help you explore, process, and grow towards your goals.
I am Michele Gardiner, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) in 'good standing', and I hold 18 years experience supporting individuals through recovery from Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Disorders, Eating Disorders, and concurrent mental health issues such as C-PSTD, PTSD, Binge Eating, Emotional Eating, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, and major Life Transitions. As a therapist and human being, I appreciate how starting therapy can feel vulnerable and ease this with a warm, professional, accepting approach that focuses on you, and your values and goals for greater peace, joy, and freedom.
Jessica Simms
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, MACP, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My trainings include somatic therapies based on polyvagal theory, parts work and internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other client-centered approaches.
Life can quickly become so busy that everyday interactions become overwhelming obstacles, impacting your life in ways you may not even realize. I aim to create a safe, non judgemental space where you can explore your experiences and get support while improving self-compassion. I also support your ability to tune into the present, exploring your felt senses as messages that your body is communicating to you. When we develop the right skills and ability to acknowledge our emotions, what once felt overwhelming can become manageable.
My trainings include somatic therapies based on polyvagal theory, parts work and internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other client-centered approaches.
Life can quickly become so busy that everyday interactions become overwhelming obstacles, impacting your life in ways you may not even realize. I aim to create a safe, non judgemental space where you can explore your experiences and get support while improving self-compassion. I also support your ability to tune into the present, exploring your felt senses as messages that your body is communicating to you. When we develop the right skills and ability to acknowledge our emotions, what once felt overwhelming can become manageable.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I have over 10 years experience working in student support at Memorial University and have always been an advocate for students’ overall mental health and wellness. During my graduate studies, I worked closely with women who experienced intimate partner violence. Since beginning my practice in 2020, i've expanded my support to students of all ages, as well as teachers, young adults and adults.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology. I have over 10 years experience working in student support at Memorial University and have always been an advocate for students’ overall mental health and wellness. During my graduate studies, I worked closely with women who experienced intimate partner violence. Since beginning my practice in 2020, i've expanded my support to students of all ages, as well as teachers, young adults and adults.
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.
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.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Do you spend your time dwelling on the past, or worrying about the future? Are you experiencing difficulties that keep you from living the life you want to live? We all face hurdles that prevent us from living a more meaningful life and, as your therapist, I can help.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Do you spend your time dwelling on the past, or worrying about the future? Are you experiencing difficulties that keep you from living the life you want to live? We all face hurdles that prevent us from living a more meaningful life and, as your therapist, I can help.
Hi, thanks for stopping by! My name is Alex and I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I am also a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) since 2024. With a previous master's degree in Applied Social Psychology and several years of experience in the community sector, I have a strong background in enhancing family connectivity and building social relationships.
Hi, thanks for stopping by! My name is Alex and I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I am also a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) since 2024. With a previous master's degree in Applied Social Psychology and several years of experience in the community sector, I have a strong background in enhancing family connectivity and building social relationships.
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.
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.
Welcome! I'm so glad you've landed here.
Are you a teen or young adult (age 13-29) who is feeling down, worried, irritable, or having difficulty understanding your emotions? Maybe you are having trouble with friends, in school, or at work. Perhaps there have been changes to your family or another type of stress. Do you feel like you have no idea where to start? Rest assured, I can help!
Welcome! I'm so glad you've landed here.
Are you a teen or young adult (age 13-29) who is feeling down, worried, irritable, or having difficulty understanding your emotions? Maybe you are having trouble with friends, in school, or at work. Perhaps there have been changes to your family or another type of stress. Do you feel like you have no idea where to start? Rest assured, I can help!
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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.