Child Therapists in Chester, NS
Alexa Camp
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Chester, NS B0J
Blending our natural human state with the systems, families, and communities in which we live can bring all sorts of challenges our way. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, stress, a life transition, grief, or other mental health challenges, it takes courage, strength, curiosity, and even a little bit of hope to begin a journey into counselling. Please connect with me if you would like a holistic approach, and an open heart, mind, and ear to join you on this journey. It is my hope to reconnect and empower you with the energy & rhythms of the Earth and body movements, and in turn reconnect you with yourself.
Blending our natural human state with the systems, families, and communities in which we live can bring all sorts of challenges our way. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, stress, a life transition, grief, or other mental health challenges, it takes courage, strength, curiosity, and even a little bit of hope to begin a journey into counselling. Please connect with me if you would like a holistic approach, and an open heart, mind, and ear to join you on this journey. It is my hope to reconnect and empower you with the energy & rhythms of the Earth and body movements, and in turn reconnect you with yourself.
Patricia Wentzell Counselling & Consulting Svcs
Counsellor, MEd, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
Chester, NS B0J
Not accepting new clients
I have a special interest in counselling children and youth, having worked four years as a school counsellor and more than 30 years as a classroom and resource teacher.
Sometimes life's challenges or transitions can be overwhelming for a person or family to solve on their own. Counselling provides support as you adjust to transitions such as those involving grief and loss or separation/divorce. I utilize diverse theoretical approaches in my counselling practice, drawing upon my training and experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples and Family Therapy, trauma-informed and attachment issues, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
I have a special interest in counselling children and youth, having worked four years as a school counsellor and more than 30 years as a classroom and resource teacher.
Sometimes life's challenges or transitions can be overwhelming for a person or family to solve on their own. Counselling provides support as you adjust to transitions such as those involving grief and loss or separation/divorce. I utilize diverse theoretical approaches in my counselling practice, drawing upon my training and experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples and Family Therapy, trauma-informed and attachment issues, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
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Jillian Dollimont Equus: Equine Assisted Cnslng
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hubbards, NS B0J
At Equus, through the use of evidence-based therapy practices, you'll have a holistic experience, nurturing both your physical and emotional health. Animal assisted therapy comes with special benefits to our well-being. But including animals in the counselling process is up to you! If you prefer to sit and talk in my office, we can do that, too! You deserve to feel better and enjoy life. Let's get there together.
At Equus, through the use of evidence-based therapy practices, you'll have a holistic experience, nurturing both your physical and emotional health. Animal assisted therapy comes with special benefits to our well-being. But including animals in the counselling process is up to you! If you prefer to sit and talk in my office, we can do that, too! You deserve to feel better and enjoy life. Let's get there together.
Lisa Dexter
Licensed Professional Counsellor, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J
My ideal clients range in age from adolescents through adulthood, including couples and families. They may have a past history of trauma or grief, or perhaps they are presently struggling with symptoms of ADHD, life changes, or a breakdown of a key relationship. They may be feeling completely overwhelmed and unsure where to go next. They will be open to trying new ideas to help them on the path to feeling better, but will not be worried about talking to me when certain strategies that do not work for them, as they will know it is best that we use techniques that they are comfortable with and will use.
My ideal clients range in age from adolescents through adulthood, including couples and families. They may have a past history of trauma or grief, or perhaps they are presently struggling with symptoms of ADHD, life changes, or a breakdown of a key relationship. They may be feeling completely overwhelmed and unsure where to go next. They will be open to trying new ideas to help them on the path to feeling better, but will not be worried about talking to me when certain strategies that do not work for them, as they will know it is best that we use techniques that they are comfortable with and will use.
Amanda Williams
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, RCT-C, BEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chester Basin, NS B0J (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or a loss of a sense of self, that affects your ability to positively regard who you are and your purpose? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, alone or stressed by life's responsibilities, like responding to emails, transitions either from work to home or school? Do you wonder if your sense of self could be better fostered through your ability to deal with these challenges? Now more than ever, all people, are feeling a heightened sense of anxiousness, fatigue and pressure to make ends meet while maintaining healthy relationships and meeting society's expectations.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or a loss of a sense of self, that affects your ability to positively regard who you are and your purpose? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, alone or stressed by life's responsibilities, like responding to emails, transitions either from work to home or school? Do you wonder if your sense of self could be better fostered through your ability to deal with these challenges? Now more than ever, all people, are feeling a heightened sense of anxiousness, fatigue and pressure to make ends meet while maintaining healthy relationships and meeting society's expectations.
Online Therapists
Juanita Charlene Paris
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW, MDiv, Dmin st
Verified Verified
Eastern Passage, NS B3G (Online Only)
I’ve been a Social Worker for over 34 years. I have worked with individuals in Adult & Child Protection, psychiatric units, and emergency departments. I have a passion in working with individuals living with mental illness and addictions. I have also worked with youth in complex cases and crisis situations. I have counselled adults and children in homeless shelters and youth involved in human trafficking. I have counselled individuals who are involved with Correction Services of Canada on parole, while they resided in half way house. I promote social justice, diversity & inclusion with a trauma informed family centred approach.
I’ve been a Social Worker for over 34 years. I have worked with individuals in Adult & Child Protection, psychiatric units, and emergency departments. I have a passion in working with individuals living with mental illness and addictions. I have also worked with youth in complex cases and crisis situations. I have counselled adults and children in homeless shelters and youth involved in human trafficking. I have counselled individuals who are involved with Correction Services of Canada on parole, while they resided in half way house. I promote social justice, diversity & inclusion with a trauma informed family centred approach.
Kristi Garrido
Counsellor, RCT, CPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Truro, NS B2N
I use developmentally appropriate counselling modalities to bring healing to children and involve the parents as active participants in their child's therapy because I believe parents are the most important people in their child's life.
The best part about what I do is watching parents and children find joy in being together. I love to work with parents who feel disconnected from their children and lost about how to support them. After families have worked with me, I hope they leave with a deeper connection to each other.
I use developmentally appropriate counselling modalities to bring healing to children and involve the parents as active participants in their child's therapy because I believe parents are the most important people in their child's life.
The best part about what I do is watching parents and children find joy in being together. I love to work with parents who feel disconnected from their children and lost about how to support them. After families have worked with me, I hope they leave with a deeper connection to each other.
Liz MacKay
Registered Provisional Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4B
I work with children, adolescents, and their families in providing assessment and treatment services. I have expertise in helping youth address a variety of mental health and health-related difficulties. I have a particular interest in working with children and youth with big emotions and associated behaviours.
I work with children, adolescents, and their families in providing assessment and treatment services. I have expertise in helping youth address a variety of mental health and health-related difficulties. I have a particular interest in working with children and youth with big emotions and associated behaviours.
Karen Johnston
MEd, MEdPsyc, RCT, CCC, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Registered Counselling Therapist. I love to help people, that’s what moves and motivates me. I have thirty-five years experience as a Teacher, Vice-Principal, Principal and Counsellor in Nova Scotia’s school system and over twenty years as a Counselling Therapist in a thriving private practice. I provide therapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents and children within an open, confidential, BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ positive environment. I use solution-focused and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to implement effective strategies designed to work for you and/or your family.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Registered Counselling Therapist. I love to help people, that’s what moves and motivates me. I have thirty-five years experience as a Teacher, Vice-Principal, Principal and Counsellor in Nova Scotia’s school system and over twenty years as a Counselling Therapist in a thriving private practice. I provide therapy to adults, couples, families, adolescents and children within an open, confidential, BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ positive environment. I use solution-focused and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to implement effective strategies designed to work for you and/or your family.
Kayla Darlene Warren
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, CYCW, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B3B
I aim to help children and youth develop a sense of security, independence, and resilience in order to feel safe to explore the world.
I work with children, youth, families and adults using a relational and client centred approach. I believe that everyone has their own story and experiences, it is my job to collaboratively work along side you to help create the most beneficial and tailored approach for your individual needs. You are the expert in your own life. I utilize multiple modalities depending on the needs, age and wishes of the client.
I aim to help children and youth develop a sense of security, independence, and resilience in order to feel safe to explore the world.
I work with children, youth, families and adults using a relational and client centred approach. I believe that everyone has their own story and experiences, it is my job to collaboratively work along side you to help create the most beneficial and tailored approach for your individual needs. You are the expert in your own life. I utilize multiple modalities depending on the needs, age and wishes of the client.
Jennifer M. Banks
Counsellor, RCT, CCC, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
Offer counselling to children, youth, adults, and couples from the EFT background.
Are you and your partner always at eachother? Are you feeling tired of fighting day in and day out? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and I can help! I am here to help you figure out the cycle of conflict that is eating away at your relationship. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) which assists in processing any trauma that may be standing in the way as well. Let's work together so you can have the relationship you have always wanted. I offer direct billing, and offer evening and weekend appointments. I can't wait to work together!
Offer counselling to children, youth, adults, and couples from the EFT background.
Are you and your partner always at eachother? Are you feeling tired of fighting day in and day out? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and I can help! I am here to help you figure out the cycle of conflict that is eating away at your relationship. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) which assists in processing any trauma that may be standing in the way as well. Let's work together so you can have the relationship you have always wanted. I offer direct billing, and offer evening and weekend appointments. I can't wait to work together!
Jena Ashton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA , CCC
Verified Verified
Lantz, NS B2S (Online Only)
As we maneuver life it can often bring up unfamiliar challenges or disturbances. Working with children, adolescents and adults in the past, I have experience in assisting depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, self-esteem, grief, anger, and relationships. I use a person-centered approach with talk therapy to work collaboratively in identifying your concerns and creating goals or solutions to help.
As we maneuver life it can often bring up unfamiliar challenges or disturbances. Working with children, adolescents and adults in the past, I have experience in assisting depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, self-esteem, grief, anger, and relationships. I use a person-centered approach with talk therapy to work collaboratively in identifying your concerns and creating goals or solutions to help.
Cynthia Manley
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCT, CPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Hello, My name is Cynthia Manley and I am a Certified Play Therapist with the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I help children who are stuggling with a variety of challenges incuding anxiety, grief and trauma. I take a child-centered approach to working with children, which means I follow the child's lead in my work. Parents are crucial in the healing process, and I value working together toward meeting treatment goals.
Hello, My name is Cynthia Manley and I am a Certified Play Therapist with the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. I help children who are stuggling with a variety of challenges incuding anxiety, grief and trauma. I take a child-centered approach to working with children, which means I follow the child's lead in my work. Parents are crucial in the healing process, and I value working together toward meeting treatment goals.
Dr. Conor Barker
Psychologist, PhD, R Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
Accepting Assessment Clients: I work with children, youth, and adults who may have symptoms associated with learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder. I specialize in post-secondary students, and Adult Autism Assessments. Working with my clients, their families, schools, and primary health teams I assist my clients in clearly defining the issues they are facing, making diagnostic conclusions, and coming up with a holistic treatment plan to help them move forward towards their personal, academic, or professional goals.
Accepting Assessment Clients: I work with children, youth, and adults who may have symptoms associated with learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder. I specialize in post-secondary students, and Adult Autism Assessments. Working with my clients, their families, schools, and primary health teams I assist my clients in clearly defining the issues they are facing, making diagnostic conclusions, and coming up with a holistic treatment plan to help them move forward towards their personal, academic, or professional goals.
Catherine Small
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
Hello, my name is Catherine (she/her), I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate). I base my work on a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, person-centred framework and strive to create an atmosphere of safety. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan, including children as young as 5, and welcome anyone in need of a caring, safe, and supportive space to share their story.
Hello, my name is Catherine (she/her), I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate). I base my work on a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, person-centred framework and strive to create an atmosphere of safety. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan, including children as young as 5, and welcome anyone in need of a caring, safe, and supportive space to share their story.
Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, DEd, PSYCH
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
Waitlist for new clients
Hann also specializes in the psychological assessment of children, adults, and families.
Our practice is a private clinic that offers psychological services by regulated psychologists. The mission of Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services is to promote improved mental health for individuals, families and the community using empirically based and scientifically proven assessment and treatment techniques. All psychologists at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services are dedicated to the highest ethical standards and approach each and every client with compassion and respect.
Hann also specializes in the psychological assessment of children, adults, and families.
Our practice is a private clinic that offers psychological services by regulated psychologists. The mission of Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services is to promote improved mental health for individuals, families and the community using empirically based and scientifically proven assessment and treatment techniques. All psychologists at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services are dedicated to the highest ethical standards and approach each and every client with compassion and respect.
Marsh-Knickle & Associates.
Psychologist, PhD/Psy, MSc/MA, LMFT, MSW, MASP
Verified Verified
Bedford, NS B4A
We are a well established practice providing confidential, sensitive, personalized psychological and counselling services for adults, teens, children, families and couples in Nova Scotia and beyond. We provide assessment, treatment and relapse prevention services. As we are a group of clinicians with various training we offer evidence based multiple therapeutic techniques. Approaches include EMDR, DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Marriage and Family Therapy (including Gottman and Systems approaches), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Therapy, and various Trauma Based Therapies.
We are a well established practice providing confidential, sensitive, personalized psychological and counselling services for adults, teens, children, families and couples in Nova Scotia and beyond. We provide assessment, treatment and relapse prevention services. As we are a group of clinicians with various training we offer evidence based multiple therapeutic techniques. Approaches include EMDR, DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Marriage and Family Therapy (including Gottman and Systems approaches), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Therapy, and various Trauma Based Therapies.
Derry MacKichan
Psychologist, MA, BCBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I have worked in the public P-12 school system and provided services to children, adolescents, and young adults in the areas of learning difficulties, ADHD, study skills, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders. I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Using ABA, I work with parents, families, and caregivers on managing complex behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. My treatment approach draws upon ABA and Cognitive-Behavioral techniques.
I have worked in the public P-12 school system and provided services to children, adolescents, and young adults in the areas of learning difficulties, ADHD, study skills, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders. I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Using ABA, I work with parents, families, and caregivers on managing complex behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. My treatment approach draws upon ABA and Cognitive-Behavioral techniques.
Reflect Therapy: Dr. Gottschall & Associates
MSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Antigonish, NS B2G
We are all accepting new clients for in person and virtual sessions! Appointments are available in Antigonish or Port Hawkesbury. Our vision is healthy families across the lifespan. We have over 55 years of combined experience helping clients overcome symptoms related to stress, anxiety, family or relationship conflict, grief and loss, emotional difficulties, and more. We work with adults, youth, children, families and couples to support you to reach your goals.
We are all accepting new clients for in person and virtual sessions! Appointments are available in Antigonish or Port Hawkesbury. Our vision is healthy families across the lifespan. We have over 55 years of combined experience helping clients overcome symptoms related to stress, anxiety, family or relationship conflict, grief and loss, emotional difficulties, and more. We work with adults, youth, children, families and couples to support you to reach your goals.
Chasity St. Louis
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4A
Currently accepting new clients in person and virtually. Welcome! I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing a range of mental health challenges. I am first and foremost client-centred and collaborative in my approach, which means we work together on how to best support your mental health. Some modalities I tend to draw upon are sand tray therapy, expressive arts, narrative therapy, and DBT. However, therapy is for you, and if something doesn’t resonate, we will shift gears until we find something that does. Therapy is a journey we walk together.
Currently accepting new clients in person and virtually. Welcome! I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing a range of mental health challenges. I am first and foremost client-centred and collaborative in my approach, which means we work together on how to best support your mental health. Some modalities I tend to draw upon are sand tray therapy, expressive arts, narrative therapy, and DBT. However, therapy is for you, and if something doesn’t resonate, we will shift gears until we find something that does. Therapy is a journey we walk together.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Chester, NS provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Chester build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Chester build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.