Relationship Issues Therapists in St John's, NL
Hello! I'm Rachael, a Canadian Certified 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 Canadian Certified 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+.
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.
Today, there’s no shortage of information with self-help books, reels, even ChatGPT offering guidance on managing anxiety, understanding attachment, healing from childhood experiences, or setting boundaries. But having more information can make it even more discouraging when things don’t shift.
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.
Today, there’s no shortage of information with self-help books, reels, even ChatGPT offering guidance on managing anxiety, understanding attachment, healing from childhood experiences, or setting boundaries. But having more information can make it even more discouraging when things don’t shift.
I help individuals and couples explore and strengthen their relationships; with partners, family, friends, and themselves.
Whether you’re feeling stuck or just want to understand yourself better, I’m here to help. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe and truly heard. I offer a warm, open space where you can be yourself with no pressure or judgment. My style is collaborative and down-to-earth, with room for humor. Therapy can go deep, but it doesn’t have to feel stiff.
I help individuals and couples explore and strengthen their relationships; with partners, family, friends, and themselves.
Whether you’re feeling stuck or just want to understand yourself better, I’m here to help. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe and truly heard. I offer a warm, open space where you can be yourself with no pressure or judgment. My style is collaborative and down-to-earth, with room for humor. Therapy can go deep, but it doesn’t have to feel stiff.
She has particular interest in working with couples who may feel stuck in their relationship.
Marilyn completed her masters program at Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario. She has also completed post-graduate training in Emotional Focused Therapy; Attachment Focused Psychotherapy; Trauma Integration Therapy; Strategies for Processing and Healing Grief; Critical Incident Stress Management; and, Suicide Intervention.
She has particular interest in working with couples who may feel stuck in their relationship.
Marilyn completed her masters program at Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario. She has also completed post-graduate training in Emotional Focused Therapy; Attachment Focused Psychotherapy; Trauma Integration Therapy; Strategies for Processing and Healing Grief; Critical Incident Stress Management; and, Suicide Intervention.
My diverse training and experience makes me a great fit in supporting people across the lifespan in areas such as relationships (intimate, familial, friendships, and even dome), neurodivergence, burnout/compassion fatigue, substance use/other dependencies, and mental health concerns like anxiety and depression.
When we meet, you'll find a space free of judgment/assumptions. My style (and space) is informal, relational and comfortable. I also offer less traditional options such as Walk-and-Talk, where we take things outside, and Equine Assisted Therapy, where we work with horses- both are a beneficial mind-body experience for those less comfortable in "the chair."
My diverse training and experience makes me a great fit in supporting people across the lifespan in areas such as relationships (intimate, familial, friendships, and even dome), neurodivergence, burnout/compassion fatigue, substance use/other dependencies, and mental health concerns like anxiety and depression.
When we meet, you'll find a space free of judgment/assumptions. My style (and space) is informal, relational and comfortable. I also offer less traditional options such as Walk-and-Talk, where we take things outside, and Equine Assisted Therapy, where we work with horses- both are a beneficial mind-body experience for those less comfortable in "the chair."
Relationships can be the hardest - as well as the most rewarding - aspects of our lives.
I am a certified Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapist and Supervisor and a certified Emotionally-Focused Individual therapist. I am also trained in Mediation and Dispute Resolution, have completed a 200-hour Yoga teacher training program, and take an interest in mindfulness approaches to healing.
Relationships can be the hardest - as well as the most rewarding - aspects of our lives.
I am a certified Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapist and Supervisor and a certified Emotionally-Focused Individual therapist. I am also trained in Mediation and Dispute Resolution, have completed a 200-hour Yoga teacher training program, and take an interest in mindfulness approaches to healing.
I support individuals and couples navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, neurodiversity and other concerns that impact clarity and connection.
In the therapy room, I like to use an integrative approach combining elements of CBT, ACT, DBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and empowering. My goal as a therapist is to create a welcoming environment where you have the space to authentically express yourself.
I support individuals and couples navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, neurodiversity and other concerns that impact clarity and connection.
In the therapy room, I like to use an integrative approach combining elements of CBT, ACT, DBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and empowering. My goal as a therapist is to create a welcoming environment where you have the space to authentically express yourself.
Maybe you feel emotionally overextended, caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with meaning, or carrying more responsibility for others’ feelings than your own.
My goal is to honour you as someone who adapted, coped, and survived in ways that once made sense, but may no longer be serving you. Together, we explore the patterns beneath your anxiety, your relationships, and your inner dialogue, so that change comes from understanding rather than pressure or self-criticism.
Maybe you feel emotionally overextended, caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with meaning, or carrying more responsibility for others’ feelings than your own.
My goal is to honour you as someone who adapted, coped, and survived in ways that once made sense, but may no longer be serving you. Together, we explore the patterns beneath your anxiety, your relationships, and your inner dialogue, so that change comes from understanding rather than pressure or self-criticism.
I’ve been influenced in my therapy by my own personal experience with unhealthy relationships, trauma and loss, and so have a special interest in supporting people who are struggling with the same; or who are navigating challenges with workplace harassment, bullying, burnout, high levels of stress, depression, anxiety, and intimate partner violence.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile! I am here to support if you're looking for an empathetic and judgement-free space to open up, be heard, validated, and challenged. You can count on me to be honest, even if it may not be what you think you want to hear. This is all important for healing and growth.
I’ve been influenced in my therapy by my own personal experience with unhealthy relationships, trauma and loss, and so have a special interest in supporting people who are struggling with the same; or who are navigating challenges with workplace harassment, bullying, burnout, high levels of stress, depression, anxiety, and intimate partner violence.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile! I am here to support if you're looking for an empathetic and judgement-free space to open up, be heard, validated, and challenged. You can count on me to be honest, even if it may not be what you think you want to hear. This is all important for healing and growth.
I enjoy supporting adults and teens with navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, neurodiversity, emotions, communication, self-esteem, and identity.
I believe in anti-oppressive approaches to therapy that focus on collaboration, connection, and empathy. I draw on therapeutic modalities including DBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT, and CBT. I enjoy incorporating creativity into sessions, allowing for self-expression and connection with art and nature.
I enjoy supporting adults and teens with navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, neurodiversity, emotions, communication, self-esteem, and identity.
I believe in anti-oppressive approaches to therapy that focus on collaboration, connection, and empathy. I draw on therapeutic modalities including DBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT, and CBT. I enjoy incorporating creativity into sessions, allowing for self-expression and connection with art and nature.
Challaina has also completed training in the Gottman Method of Couples Counselling.
Challaina is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) who holds a master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Memorial University. She is also a member of The Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada. Challaina has extensive experience working with children and their families, both within the education system and the public health domain. Within the area of counselling, Challaina has experience with individuals of various ages who are experiencing a range of mental health concerns and life challenges. She has experience with child developmental and supporting parents and their children through challenging life events.
Challaina has also completed training in the Gottman Method of Couples Counselling.
Challaina is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) who holds a master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Memorial University. She is also a member of The Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada. Challaina has extensive experience working with children and their families, both within the education system and the public health domain. Within the area of counselling, Challaina has experience with individuals of various ages who are experiencing a range of mental health concerns and life challenges. She has experience with child developmental and supporting parents and their children through challenging life events.
As a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples counselling; whether you’re facing long‑distance strain, emotional or physical disconnection, or infidelity.
I love this work, and clients feel that. In my mid‑40s, my life experience, motherhood, and relational training help people feel safe and understood. Clients often tell me I’m relatable, approachable, and grateful to have found someone who truly understands Newfoundland’s relationships and family realities.
As a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples counselling; whether you’re facing long‑distance strain, emotional or physical disconnection, or infidelity.
I love this work, and clients feel that. In my mid‑40s, my life experience, motherhood, and relational training help people feel safe and understood. Clients often tell me I’m relatable, approachable, and grateful to have found someone who truly understands Newfoundland’s relationships and family realities.
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.
My style is client-centred and integrative, drawing on numerous theories and techniques to help you achieve your goals. With compassionate curiosity, I strive to help uncover and transform the obstacles that get in the way of growth, healing, and connection.
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.
My style is client-centred and integrative, drawing on numerous theories and techniques to help you achieve your goals. With compassionate curiosity, I strive to help uncover and transform the obstacles that get in the way of growth, healing, and connection.
I also have a keen interest and training in relational dynamics, and I believe genuine human connection fosters health and healing.
I take a person-centred, psychodynamic, attachment-focused approach to individual and relationship therapy. Some models we may pull from include EFT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, and The Developmental Model for Relationship Therapy. I also have training in addressing sex issues in therapy, focusing on erotic/sexual trauma, communication, and finding intimacy safely.
I also have a keen interest and training in relational dynamics, and I believe genuine human connection fosters health and healing.
I take a person-centred, psychodynamic, attachment-focused approach to individual and relationship therapy. Some models we may pull from include EFT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, and The Developmental Model for Relationship Therapy. I also have training in addressing sex issues in therapy, focusing on erotic/sexual trauma, communication, and finding intimacy safely.
Many people reach out for therapy during one of the hardest seasons of their lives: relationships possibly ending, divorce or parenting through conflict and uncertainty.
I specialize in supporting individuals through relationships ending, divorce and parenting/co-parenting. Whether you're facing high-conflict dynamics, blending family stressors, parenting disagreements or the emotional impact of major family transitions, I provide a warm place to land where you can process, heal and move forward with clarity.
Many people reach out for therapy during one of the hardest seasons of their lives: relationships possibly ending, divorce or parenting through conflict and uncertainty.
I specialize in supporting individuals through relationships ending, divorce and parenting/co-parenting. Whether you're facing high-conflict dynamics, blending family stressors, parenting disagreements or the emotional impact of major family transitions, I provide a warm place to land where you can process, heal and move forward with clarity.
As a registered social worker, I provide in-person and virtual counselling services to adults, couples, and families.
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.
As a registered social worker, I provide in-person and virtual counselling services to adults, couples, and families.
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.
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.
My approach draws from humanistic, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed practices. I bring warmth, curiosity, humour, and acceptance into the therapy room. Whether you’re seeking support through a difficult period or hoping to better understand yourself, we’ll work collaboratively to create a space where growth, insight, and meaningful change can happen
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.
My approach draws from humanistic, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed practices. I bring warmth, curiosity, humour, and acceptance into the therapy room. Whether you’re seeking support through a difficult period or hoping to better understand yourself, we’ll work collaboratively to create a space where growth, insight, and meaningful change can happen
I am an MSW clinical therapist with 23 years experience offering therapy to adults, adolescents, and couples/ relationships(trad or non-trad).
I have extensive experience and training in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Mental Health and offer ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and Gender Affirming care. I work with anxiety, workplace stress, depression, trauma and PTSD/C-ptsd. I work with adolescents, teens, adults and couples/romantic relationships.
I am an MSW clinical therapist with 23 years experience offering therapy to adults, adolescents, and couples/ relationships(trad or non-trad).
I have extensive experience and training in Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, and Mental Health and offer ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and Gender Affirming care. I work with anxiety, workplace stress, depression, trauma and PTSD/C-ptsd. I work with adolescents, teens, adults and couples/romantic relationships.
I have a lot of experience helping folks navigate self-esteem, relationship challenges, substance use/addiction problems, and self-injury.
Hi, I'm Nicole (Nikki) 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?
I have a lot of experience helping folks navigate self-esteem, relationship challenges, substance use/addiction problems, and self-injury.
Hi, I'm Nicole (Nikki) 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?
In times like these, having a supportive, trusting relationship can make all the difference.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. I offer a safe, non-judgmental virtual space where you can speak openly, and where we’ll explore possibilities together. Healing isn’t always a straight path, but as the expert of your own life, you already hold deep insight. I’m here to follow your lead with support and care that’s tailored to your goals.
In times like these, having a supportive, trusting relationship can make all the difference.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. I offer a safe, non-judgmental virtual space where you can speak openly, and where we’ll explore possibilities together. Healing isn’t always a straight path, but as the expert of your own life, you already hold deep insight. I’m here to follow your lead with support and care that’s tailored to your goals.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.