Therapists in Brookside, NS

When did it all get so hard? If you’ve been struggling with problems that feel heavier each day, keep you from doing the things you love or have created a feeling of disconnection from yourself and others - it’s time to get the help you need to live the life you want. At Beth Toomey & Associates, we help you find lasting relief so you can live a more satisfying life.

**Now Booking New Clients** I primarily work with those in relationships, both romantic and families, aiming to help people learn how to grow well in life individually and together. If you would like to strengthen a stagnant marriage, hedge against divorce, improve communication, or recover from an affair, I can help. I also work with children (ages 6 and up), teenagers, and family units navigate parenting issues, emotion regulation, ADHD, and trauma. Although I specialize in marriage and familes, I love working with individuals battling mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, past trauma, grief, addictions, and more.

Having a safe space to talk about life challenges can help you find different perspectives and ways to move forward. Together we can navigate what is getting in the way of your happiness. The pandemic has taken its toll and challenged coping skills. You do not have to suffer from anxiety and depression. There are effective ways to work with their impact. You have it within you to find your way forward.

Hello! I’m Laura Dougall and I’m a registered counselling therapist (RCT-C), and Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC). Prior to becoming an RCT-C in Nova Scotia, I worked as a counsellor in West Virginia where I experienced topics such as grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy all things outdoors, and can also be a homebody. I have a passion for athletics and have worked alongside high-performance athletes while previously playing soccer at an elite level.

As a therapist, I aim to be a person of safety and trust as we become a collaborative team to work on issues that you bring to the therapy space. I am here to provide affirmative therapy to clients and work with a variety of issues. I primarily work with the queer community as Diverse Roots strives to provide an affirmative space for the community. I specialize in working through trauma, PTSD and grief. I recognize the challenges that come with starting therapy, finding a new therapist or reconnecting with yourself through the therapeutic process again.

As a Mindfulness-Based Counselling Therapist, Lindsay has a passion for helping those who are struggling with stress, burnout, anxiety, low mood, and everyday life concerns. She provides clients with a non-judgmental and confidential online space to talk using PIPEDA & HIPAA-compliant video software.

Every person and couple stumbles at some point in their life and sometimes they need support along the way. Whether you are struggling individually, or you are a couple who needs support healing a hurting relationship, or if you are dealing with mental health concerns including depression, anxiety or trauma; we bring many years of combined clinical experience and work with our clients affordably and confidentially to help you move forward in your life and relationships. We use a state-of-the-art online platform and together we will help you move out of anxiety, addiction, hurt and shame toward a more balanced and joyful life.

I have been working in the field of Addictions for twenty years, specializing in gambling issues. I work with individuals, couples and families in the recovery process with a supportive and holistic approach. I am a committed advocate and therapist who will provide you with the tools and support you need to make changes.

Maybe you're here because you are struggling in your primary relationship; having the same old arguments with your partner, feeling disconnected & longing for more intimacy, or dealing with a difficult life event, such as a betrayal. Perhaps you're looking for help because you are feeling stressed out, anxious, and are tired of being so hard on yourself. Or maybe you're having a difficult time relating to family members or friends - feeling misunderstood by parents, feeling at sea with how to relate to your kids, or not developing the meaningful friendships you hoped for. The focus of my work is helping people with relationships.

I work with individuals and couples in therapy where my areas of focus include relational health, sexual health, emotional regulation, stress management, identity and self-compassion, transitions, and change, and have experience supporting clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I am also trained in CFT to support clients experiencing chronic pain and chronic illness.

We have a youthful mindset - a free spirit. This means we connect well with adolescents, young adults and adults. Nothing shocks us. As the Supervising Psychologist, Careen has a long history of looking out for the underdog. Her mentorship of Associates emphasizes this philosophy. We are creative and passionate about our work. We believe that you are curious about your personal healing and growth. Our training has given us skills in assesment, treatment and diagnosis of psychological disorders. Our areas of specialty include but are not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD,Substance abuse, PTSD.

Currently accepting new clients! All sessions conducted virtually! I am a WPATH trained clinician and I work with youth and families who seek support with gender dysphoria and transition. I work with families to build awareness of the role each person plays in the family dynamic and how each can affect change. Through collaboration and reflection, we develop strategies specific to your needs and that promote acceptance of change as positive and necessary to move forward.

Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed or stuck? Have you experienced trauma or loss? Is anxiety impacting your daily life? Do you find yourself asking “Who am I?” or “What do I want my life to be?” Do you need a calm space where you can express your thoughts and feelings without judgment? Counselling offers us the opportunity to explore ourselves, our relationships, and our lives in a profound way. I believe that you have the capacity to uncover the answers you seek and to access inner strengths that already reside within you. As a companion on your journey, I will walk by your side as you move toward growth and healing.