Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Bedford, NS
On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but truth is, on the inside you're a mess. You used to pride yourself on being able to balance a successful career, kids and a healthy relationship. But now, you feel burnt out and anxious; your worries are always rolling around in your mind. Lately, you've been more irritable and frustrated toward your kids and spouse, which makes you feel terrible. Worse yet, you've completely forgotten about yourself. It feels like you are drowning under the weight of your problems and you are desperate to get free. You never imagined yourself seeing a therapist, but you know you need help.
On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but truth is, on the inside you're a mess. You used to pride yourself on being able to balance a successful career, kids and a healthy relationship. But now, you feel burnt out and anxious; your worries are always rolling around in your mind. Lately, you've been more irritable and frustrated toward your kids and spouse, which makes you feel terrible. Worse yet, you've completely forgotten about yourself. It feels like you are drowning under the weight of your problems and you are desperate to get free. You never imagined yourself seeing a therapist, but you know you need help.
On maternity leave starting June, 2022. Not currently accepting new clients. Life can be overwhelming and the day to day tasks and responsibilities at home, work or school can be hard to manage yourself. No matter your experience, you deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through the stress and challenges that you are experiencing; a place to learn strategies that you can use during your every day life to help lessen the burdens that are being experienced. I can support you in finding the comfort you are looking for.
On maternity leave starting June, 2022. Not currently accepting new clients. Life can be overwhelming and the day to day tasks and responsibilities at home, work or school can be hard to manage yourself. No matter your experience, you deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through the stress and challenges that you are experiencing; a place to learn strategies that you can use during your every day life to help lessen the burdens that are being experienced. I can support you in finding the comfort you are looking for.
Because no two patients are alike, therapy should be tailored to each patient, rather than trying to treat everyone with the same theoretical approach. I believe that a therapist’s job is to guide the patient as they learn to change the behaviors and thinking styles that may have once been helpful, but are now getting in their way. Most importantly, I believe it is a therapist's job to teach their patients the skills necessary to eventually function independent of their therapist, allowing them to eventually leave therapy instead of being stuck with having weekly sessions for the rest of their lives!
Because no two patients are alike, therapy should be tailored to each patient, rather than trying to treat everyone with the same theoretical approach. I believe that a therapist’s job is to guide the patient as they learn to change the behaviors and thinking styles that may have once been helpful, but are now getting in their way. Most importantly, I believe it is a therapist's job to teach their patients the skills necessary to eventually function independent of their therapist, allowing them to eventually leave therapy instead of being stuck with having weekly sessions for the rest of their lives!
My ideal client is someone who has taken that courageous first step and admitted they need help. They may be struggling with addiction, stress, anxiety, depression or even just the pressures of everyday life, seeking better work-life balance. They are seeking a compassionate, empathetic listener, someone who can work with them to improve their life and help them learn new skills to lead a more enriched and fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone who has taken that courageous first step and admitted they need help. They may be struggling with addiction, stress, anxiety, depression or even just the pressures of everyday life, seeking better work-life balance. They are seeking a compassionate, empathetic listener, someone who can work with them to improve their life and help them learn new skills to lead a more enriched and fulfilling life.
Hello! My name is Colin Pridy, PhD, Psychologist (Candidate Register). I am a graduate of Dalhousie University’s Clinical Psychology PhD program, where I acquired experience working with adults of all ages to
assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health concerns.
Hello! My name is Colin Pridy, PhD, Psychologist (Candidate Register). I am a graduate of Dalhousie University’s Clinical Psychology PhD program, where I acquired experience working with adults of all ages to
assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health concerns.
Life can feel impossible without support and the tools to be successful. You may feel stuck or hopeless, but I am here to help you resolve the past, find joy in the present, and hope for your future. I welcome clients of all genders, orientations, cultures, and unique walks of life. My approach with clients is to be open-minded, inclusive, and collaborative in order to help you heal and thrive. I work with individuals age 18+ experiencing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, issues with self-worth, and more.
Life can feel impossible without support and the tools to be successful. You may feel stuck or hopeless, but I am here to help you resolve the past, find joy in the present, and hope for your future. I welcome clients of all genders, orientations, cultures, and unique walks of life. My approach with clients is to be open-minded, inclusive, and collaborative in order to help you heal and thrive. I work with individuals age 18+ experiencing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, issues with self-worth, and more.
I firmly believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. My role is to provide a safe, empathetic space where we can collaboratively explore your goals and the issues most important to you. I am committed to honouring your self-determination and resilience throughout the therapeutic journey.
Throughout my 20 years, I have supported individuals, couples, families, and children navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, and loss.
I firmly believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. My role is to provide a safe, empathetic space where we can collaboratively explore your goals and the issues most important to you. I am committed to honouring your self-determination and resilience throughout the therapeutic journey.
Throughout my 20 years, I have supported individuals, couples, families, and children navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, and loss.
Do you feel weighed down by grief, anxiety, or the emotional exhaustion of trying to hold it all together? Times of loss, stress, or change can leave us feeling alone, even when surrounded by others. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, job , relocation, navigating midlife transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns of burnout and overwhelm, counselling can help. I am committed to offer you a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported as you move toward healing, resilience, and renewed confidence.
Do you feel weighed down by grief, anxiety, or the emotional exhaustion of trying to hold it all together? Times of loss, stress, or change can leave us feeling alone, even when surrounded by others. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, job , relocation, navigating midlife transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns of burnout and overwhelm, counselling can help. I am committed to offer you a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported as you move toward healing, resilience, and renewed confidence.
I use CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy, along with mindfulness and creative expression.
Hi, I’m Lori Dawn, a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate) at ML Family Counselling. I have over 21 years of experience in education and over 12 years in mental health. I support children, teens, and families facing challenges like anxiety, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is trauma-aware, person-centered, and holistic, using modalities like CBT, and DBT. I aim to provide a safe, empathetic space for healing and self-discovery. I’m honored to walk with you on your wellness journey.
I use CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy, along with mindfulness and creative expression.
Hi, I’m Lori Dawn, a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate) at ML Family Counselling. I have over 21 years of experience in education and over 12 years in mental health. I support children, teens, and families facing challenges like anxiety, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is trauma-aware, person-centered, and holistic, using modalities like CBT, and DBT. I aim to provide a safe, empathetic space for healing and self-discovery. I’m honored to walk with you on your wellness journey.
Are you a neurodivergent person trying to navigate a neurotypical world? Or maybe you’re someone struggling with anxiety, stress, or dealing with chronic illness? Are you looking to make changes, develop coping skills and work on creating a compassionate environment for yourself where you have a greater understanding of your brain and how it interacts with the world?
Are you a neurodivergent person trying to navigate a neurotypical world? Or maybe you’re someone struggling with anxiety, stress, or dealing with chronic illness? Are you looking to make changes, develop coping skills and work on creating a compassionate environment for yourself where you have a greater understanding of your brain and how it interacts with the world?
I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist (R1055), and have completed a Bachelor of Science (Bsc) with Honours in Psychology (Acadia University), as well as a Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology (Adler University). I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, community agencies, and hospitals. This diversity in population and work setting has allowed me to gain confidence in providing services to children, youth, parents, and individual adults.
I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist (R1055), and have completed a Bachelor of Science (Bsc) with Honours in Psychology (Acadia University), as well as a Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology (Adler University). I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, community agencies, and hospitals. This diversity in population and work setting has allowed me to gain confidence in providing services to children, youth, parents, and individual adults.
We are a trauma treatment mental health clinic that services the entire family offering a wide range of psychotherapy services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals across all age groups. These services include play therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges and trauma experiences. Family therapy sessions are available to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Couples counseling helps partners navigate relationship difficulties and enhance their connection. Our entire team provides EMDR therapy. Contact us !
We are a trauma treatment mental health clinic that services the entire family offering a wide range of psychotherapy services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals across all age groups. These services include play therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges and trauma experiences. Family therapy sessions are available to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Couples counseling helps partners navigate relationship difficulties and enhance their connection. Our entire team provides EMDR therapy. Contact us !
Let's spend the first session understanding you by completing an executive functioning assessment. Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and goals will help us form a clear plan for therapy.
I provide a wide range of therapies that can focus on self-rediscovery after a diagnosis, processing autism diagnosis later in life, ADHD strategies, autistic burnout recovery, support for parents of neurodivergent children, and academic strategies for high school and university students.
Let's spend the first session understanding you by completing an executive functioning assessment. Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and goals will help us form a clear plan for therapy.
I provide a wide range of therapies that can focus on self-rediscovery after a diagnosis, processing autism diagnosis later in life, ADHD strategies, autistic burnout recovery, support for parents of neurodivergent children, and academic strategies for high school and university students.
Many of the individuals I support are experiencing a sense of overwhelm, exhaustion, or disconnection, and often describe feeling "stuck" in certain patterns of thought, emotion, behavior, or relationship. You may be navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, or substance-use concerns. If this resonates, you aren't alone, and working with the right therapist can help. Therapy with me is first and foremost about connection; a space where your experiences are honored, and where growth happens through collaboration.
Many of the individuals I support are experiencing a sense of overwhelm, exhaustion, or disconnection, and often describe feeling "stuck" in certain patterns of thought, emotion, behavior, or relationship. You may be navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, or substance-use concerns. If this resonates, you aren't alone, and working with the right therapist can help. Therapy with me is first and foremost about connection; a space where your experiences are honored, and where growth happens through collaboration.
If you decide to connect with me, I am first committed to building a sense of safety, trust, and collaboration as a foundation. Through this relationship, we can work with your mind and body, exploring areas such as regulating our emotions/nervous system, defining what it means to live a meaningful life, practicing ways to live in harmony with your values, etc.
I work with a range of challenges like trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship struggles. In addition, I have specialized experience with trauma around early childhood and/or sexual abuse. My approach is centered around Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and ACT.
If you decide to connect with me, I am first committed to building a sense of safety, trust, and collaboration as a foundation. Through this relationship, we can work with your mind and body, exploring areas such as regulating our emotions/nervous system, defining what it means to live a meaningful life, practicing ways to live in harmony with your values, etc.
I work with a range of challenges like trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship struggles. In addition, I have specialized experience with trauma around early childhood and/or sexual abuse. My approach is centered around Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and ACT.
Our team of therapists is skilled, experienced and have a zest for being therapists. As a clinic, our focus is to help individuals heal, energize themselves, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment place. Our promise is to be there for you every step of your journey, listening and responding to your needs along the way. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Our team of therapists is skilled, experienced and have a zest for being therapists. As a clinic, our focus is to help individuals heal, energize themselves, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment place. Our promise is to be there for you every step of your journey, listening and responding to your needs along the way. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
My goal is to provide people with a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental environment. I want to encourage people to have autonomy over their lives and the decisions they make. I feel that my personality allows me to easily and quickly, form strong therapeutic relationships. I am energetic, creative and flexible, making it easy to work with younger children as well as adults.
My goal is to provide people with a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental environment. I want to encourage people to have autonomy over their lives and the decisions they make. I feel that my personality allows me to easily and quickly, form strong therapeutic relationships. I am energetic, creative and flexible, making it easy to work with younger children as well as adults.
At the age of 50, you might be curious about my decision to pursue a master's degree and delve into counseling. Witnessing a close family member's struggle with addiction and journey from employment loss to deteriorating health, culminating in inpatient treatment, deeply impacted me. Through supporting their recovery and encountering compassionate professionals dedicated to mental health and addiction, I found my own calling. Encouraged by others, I embarked on my counseling journey, guiding individuals towards their own paths to wellness.
At the age of 50, you might be curious about my decision to pursue a master's degree and delve into counseling. Witnessing a close family member's struggle with addiction and journey from employment loss to deteriorating health, culminating in inpatient treatment, deeply impacted me. Through supporting their recovery and encountering compassionate professionals dedicated to mental health and addiction, I found my own calling. Encouraged by others, I embarked on my counseling journey, guiding individuals towards their own paths to wellness.
In my practice, I support clients who experience a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress. Life can be overwhelming with unpredictable events happening all the time which can be difficult for someone to manage, especially when everyone has a unique path that includes additional stressors such as traumas, work, relationships, family, health issues and other experiences that may impact their ability to cope.
In my practice, I support clients who experience a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress. Life can be overwhelming with unpredictable events happening all the time which can be difficult for someone to manage, especially when everyone has a unique path that includes additional stressors such as traumas, work, relationships, family, health issues and other experiences that may impact their ability to cope.
In my sessions, I want clients to feel truly listened to. Therapy, in my view, is a space for a client to experience empathetic and genuine attention which may be rarely found in everyday life. With this kind of attention, people can face problems and develop strengths much more easily than on their own. Ultimately, my goal is to help people get to the point at which they can manage their mental health without me, by using the tools and skills we develop during our sessions.
In my sessions, I want clients to feel truly listened to. Therapy, in my view, is a space for a client to experience empathetic and genuine attention which may be rarely found in everyday life. With this kind of attention, people can face problems and develop strengths much more easily than on their own. Ultimately, my goal is to help people get to the point at which they can manage their mental health without me, by using the tools and skills we develop during our sessions.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.