Anxiety Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
Whether you’re stuck in negative patterns in your relationship, struggling with past experiences, feeling stuck, or are overwhelmed by anxious thoughts and feelings, we'll work together toward your healing and growth.
I use an integrative approach and draw from attachment-based and trauma-informed practices. I will work with you to identify the underlying root of your issues and how this manifests in your daily life. Untangling these conflicts will help you live a freer, happier life by identifying untapped sources of joy and releasing unresolved trauma, guilt, and shame.
Whether you’re stuck in negative patterns in your relationship, struggling with past experiences, feeling stuck, or are overwhelmed by anxious thoughts and feelings, we'll work together toward your healing and growth.
I use an integrative approach and draw from attachment-based and trauma-informed practices. I will work with you to identify the underlying root of your issues and how this manifests in your daily life. Untangling these conflicts will help you live a freer, happier life by identifying untapped sources of joy and releasing unresolved trauma, guilt, and shame.
Yvonne Raczkowski Counselling/Assessment Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility.
As an ACT therapist I will offer you a comfortable, safe and accessible environment. But more importantly I will assist you to resolve your issues and "Face your Demons." I will not passively listen, but will actively guide you on the path to solving your issues. I will give you the tools to do so and give you a compass to guide you through life's storms.
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility.
As an ACT therapist I will offer you a comfortable, safe and accessible environment. But more importantly I will assist you to resolve your issues and "Face your Demons." I will not passively listen, but will actively guide you on the path to solving your issues. I will give you the tools to do so and give you a compass to guide you through life's storms.
I specialize in addictions recovery, and with those impacted by addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, abuse, and the criminal justice system.
Sessions with me include using verbal processing and/or music as therapeutic tools to creatively explore feelings, experiences, and challenges that may be present for you. I offer a compassionate presence to help deepen understanding of yourself and world, integrate insights, and connect with your unique strengths & resources for healing and personal growth.
I specialize in addictions recovery, and with those impacted by addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, abuse, and the criminal justice system.
Sessions with me include using verbal processing and/or music as therapeutic tools to creatively explore feelings, experiences, and challenges that may be present for you. I offer a compassionate presence to help deepen understanding of yourself and world, integrate insights, and connect with your unique strengths & resources for healing and personal growth.
Kyle Cleversey - Autism, ADHD, Anxiety Support
Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help adult clients navigate issues including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence (autism and ADHD) and related experiences, stress, burnout, identity, purpose, relationships, parenting, social connections, or generally struggling to cope with a life that is asking too much of you.
I am neurodivergent myself (AuDHD) and offer specialized neurodiversity-affirming therapy to adult neurodiverse clients. Are you looking to process or understand a new diagnosis or recognition of your neurodivergence? Or looking to find new ways to live comfortably as an authentic version of yourself? I can support you in that journey.
I help adult clients navigate issues including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence (autism and ADHD) and related experiences, stress, burnout, identity, purpose, relationships, parenting, social connections, or generally struggling to cope with a life that is asking too much of you.
I am neurodivergent myself (AuDHD) and offer specialized neurodiversity-affirming therapy to adult neurodiverse clients. Are you looking to process or understand a new diagnosis or recognition of your neurodivergence? Or looking to find new ways to live comfortably as an authentic version of yourself? I can support you in that journey.
Some common reasons for referrals to my practice include sports performance, anxiety, school avoidance, self-esteem and anger-management.
In my practice I have worked successfully with athletes, school aged students, adults and seniors. If you feel ready to seek support for yourself, your child or a loved one, please feel free to contact me.
Some common reasons for referrals to my practice include sports performance, anxiety, school avoidance, self-esteem and anger-management.
In my practice I have worked successfully with athletes, school aged students, adults and seniors. If you feel ready to seek support for yourself, your child or a loved one, please feel free to contact me.
She works with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, self-esteem, and marriage and family problems.
Each client will work with Natalie to build a personalized treatment plan. Together they will examine the biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual elements of their life to develop strategies to help them live a healthier, more peaceful life.
She works with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, self-esteem, and marriage and family problems.
Each client will work with Natalie to build a personalized treatment plan. Together they will examine the biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual elements of their life to develop strategies to help them live a healthier, more peaceful life.
I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating: relational trauma & anxiety, anxiety, grief & loss, life transitions, identity exploration, high conflict, perfectionism, "people-pleasing", existential themes (death anxiety, meaning, and purpose) and more.
Hello! I'm Felicity. As your therapist, I'm honoured to walk alongside you. Perhaps you're wondering if it's possible to have the relationships you've always dreamed of – the kind where you feel seen, heard, and accepted for who you are. Or maybe you're struggling to understand yourself or your loved ones better, and you're searching for a sense of peace or genuine connection. Perhaps you've recently experienced a loss or a change in identity, and you find yourself wondering about how you really see the world or want to exist in it. Maybe you just want to stop fighting with the ones you love.
I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating: relational trauma & anxiety, anxiety, grief & loss, life transitions, identity exploration, high conflict, perfectionism, "people-pleasing", existential themes (death anxiety, meaning, and purpose) and more.
Hello! I'm Felicity. As your therapist, I'm honoured to walk alongside you. Perhaps you're wondering if it's possible to have the relationships you've always dreamed of – the kind where you feel seen, heard, and accepted for who you are. Or maybe you're struggling to understand yourself or your loved ones better, and you're searching for a sense of peace or genuine connection. Perhaps you've recently experienced a loss or a change in identity, and you find yourself wondering about how you really see the world or want to exist in it. Maybe you just want to stop fighting with the ones you love.
Whether you are living with symptoms of unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, health-related issues, grief, interpersonal or relationship challenges, life transition or adjustment related challenges, my approach is holistic and tailored to your individual needs.
I am in the process of completing my 3-year Somatic Experiencing (SE) training, which is the primary modality I use when working with trauma. SE is a specialized body-centred approach to processing trauma. It supports you to release trauma stored in the body, regain a sense of control and wholeness, and develop greater resilience to future stressors.
Whether you are living with symptoms of unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, health-related issues, grief, interpersonal or relationship challenges, life transition or adjustment related challenges, my approach is holistic and tailored to your individual needs.
I am in the process of completing my 3-year Somatic Experiencing (SE) training, which is the primary modality I use when working with trauma. SE is a specialized body-centred approach to processing trauma. It supports you to release trauma stored in the body, regain a sense of control and wholeness, and develop greater resilience to future stressors.
Jean Mason
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, BA, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
I use solution-focused therapy, talk therapy, CBT, and art therapy to help ease anxiety and take steps towards the clients desired therapeutic goals.
Currently Accepting New Clients! I specialize and have been trained in working with neurodivergent individuals, with a focus on ADHD; as well as kids and teens. With the use of a variety of tools and psychoeducation, we can work together in achieving goals and better understanding how to navigate life as a neurodivergent individual. I enjoy working with all people and creating a safe place to process and learn. Whether it is for you, your child, or your family; I feel confident we can work together to achieve your goals!
I use solution-focused therapy, talk therapy, CBT, and art therapy to help ease anxiety and take steps towards the clients desired therapeutic goals.
Currently Accepting New Clients! I specialize and have been trained in working with neurodivergent individuals, with a focus on ADHD; as well as kids and teens. With the use of a variety of tools and psychoeducation, we can work together in achieving goals and better understanding how to navigate life as a neurodivergent individual. I enjoy working with all people and creating a safe place to process and learn. Whether it is for you, your child, or your family; I feel confident we can work together to achieve your goals!
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from others? Are you a parent worried about your child who may be having challenges? Are you a partner wanting to learn to communicate and connect more lovingly in your relationship? Are you a person who wants to improve your health? You are in the right place. Our goal is to help you through difficult experiences, and we offer counselling therapy, occupational therapy and naturopathic medicine for children, teens, adults, couples and families. Book a free 20-minute consultation. You can email us, or you can go to our website and book now!
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from others? Are you a parent worried about your child who may be having challenges? Are you a partner wanting to learn to communicate and connect more lovingly in your relationship? Are you a person who wants to improve your health? You are in the right place. Our goal is to help you through difficult experiences, and we offer counselling therapy, occupational therapy and naturopathic medicine for children, teens, adults, couples and families. Book a free 20-minute consultation. You can email us, or you can go to our website and book now!
Anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem, relationship issues, ADHD can all be addressed using EFT and BFT principles.
Is your relationship struggling? Do you feel like you and your partner are always in distress? Something that I offer that may help is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). If you want to enhance your emotional connection or overcome your relationship distress, I can help. I also offer Behavioral Family Therapy (BFT) is a type of counseling that helps families improve their relationships and how they interact with each other. You're not alone, let’s connect so you can work together the relationships you’d like to have. I offer direct billing, and evening and weekend appointments. I’m looking forward to us working together.
Anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem, relationship issues, ADHD can all be addressed using EFT and BFT principles.
Is your relationship struggling? Do you feel like you and your partner are always in distress? Something that I offer that may help is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). If you want to enhance your emotional connection or overcome your relationship distress, I can help. I also offer Behavioral Family Therapy (BFT) is a type of counseling that helps families improve their relationships and how they interact with each other. You're not alone, let’s connect so you can work together the relationships you’d like to have. I offer direct billing, and evening and weekend appointments. I’m looking forward to us working together.
Meet Our Anxiety Counsellors
I also support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and grief.
My work is person centred and places you, the client, as the expert on your own life. My aim is to provide a safe, judgement-free, and nurturing space, where you can show up exactly as you are. I practice from a trauma informed and culturally sensitive lens and incorporate practices from person centred, emotionally focused, and compassion focused therapies.
I also support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and grief.
My work is person centred and places you, the client, as the expert on your own life. My aim is to provide a safe, judgement-free, and nurturing space, where you can show up exactly as you are. I practice from a trauma informed and culturally sensitive lens and incorporate practices from person centred, emotionally focused, and compassion focused therapies.
I have a special interest (and experience) working in the areas of neurodiversity/disabilities, grief counselling, various life transitions, obsessive compulsive and anxiety disorders, autism, ADHD
Hello, my name is Lindsey MacDonald. I am originally from Cape Breton Island and have lived in Halifax for over two decades. I have been working with youth, adolescents, and families for close to 20 years in various roles within the education system such as a Student Support/Learning Centre Teacher, Transition Support Teacher, and currently as a School Counsellor. I hold a Masters Degree in Education in Counselling, a Masters Degree in Education in Leadership & Administration (with a focus on mental health), and a Masters Degree in Education in Curriculum Studies (Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities).
I have a special interest (and experience) working in the areas of neurodiversity/disabilities, grief counselling, various life transitions, obsessive compulsive and anxiety disorders, autism, ADHD
Hello, my name is Lindsey MacDonald. I am originally from Cape Breton Island and have lived in Halifax for over two decades. I have been working with youth, adolescents, and families for close to 20 years in various roles within the education system such as a Student Support/Learning Centre Teacher, Transition Support Teacher, and currently as a School Counsellor. I hold a Masters Degree in Education in Counselling, a Masters Degree in Education in Leadership & Administration (with a focus on mental health), and a Masters Degree in Education in Curriculum Studies (Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities).
Trauma causes intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, flashbacks & nightmares, which can lead to depression, anxiety, avoidance & maladaptive coping strategies including substance misuse.
I offer Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based practice, shown to effectively treat trauma. I offer Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a psychotherapy aimed to reduce symptoms of various mental health conditions including anxiety, depression & adjustment disorders. I use Structured Relapse Prevention to treat substance use.
Trauma causes intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, flashbacks & nightmares, which can lead to depression, anxiety, avoidance & maladaptive coping strategies including substance misuse.
I offer Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based practice, shown to effectively treat trauma. I offer Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a psychotherapy aimed to reduce symptoms of various mental health conditions including anxiety, depression & adjustment disorders. I use Structured Relapse Prevention to treat substance use.
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, communication, emotional expression and regulation, self-esteem, stress, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in humanistic philosophy, valuing your inherent worth and potential. I practice from a person-centred and trauma-informed lens, integrating ideas from mindfulness-based approaches, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy.
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, communication, emotional expression and regulation, self-esteem, stress, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in humanistic philosophy, valuing your inherent worth and potential. I practice from a person-centred and trauma-informed lens, integrating ideas from mindfulness-based approaches, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy.
We feel overwhelmed by our anxiety, grief or anger.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, anger, or grief, we'll work together to develop personalized strategies for you. We'll identify the challenges in your life, build on your strengths, explore your emotions, identify resources, and tailor strategies to you so that you are empowered to take the necessary steps to move ahead.
We feel overwhelmed by our anxiety, grief or anger.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, anger, or grief, we'll work together to develop personalized strategies for you. We'll identify the challenges in your life, build on your strengths, explore your emotions, identify resources, and tailor strategies to you so that you are empowered to take the necessary steps to move ahead.
Many who choose to attend therapy with me are looking for an alternative outlet to traditional therapy to aid with difficulties including but not limited to depression, anxiety, identity, transition, and grief.
I am a young artist, Professional Art Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), and the owner of Althea Therapeutic Services. I conduct client-centered sessions with a feminist approach, striving to give space to anyone and everyone looking to explore art therapy.
Many who choose to attend therapy with me are looking for an alternative outlet to traditional therapy to aid with difficulties including but not limited to depression, anxiety, identity, transition, and grief.
I am a young artist, Professional Art Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), and the owner of Althea Therapeutic Services. I conduct client-centered sessions with a feminist approach, striving to give space to anyone and everyone looking to explore art therapy.
My experience includes areas such as trauma, emotion regulation, gender identity and sexuality, depression, and anxiety.
I use an inclusive approach, drawing on a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet your individual needs. I aim to help you feel empowered to make decisions that align with your true self, whether it's navigating mental health challenges, exploring your gender and sexuality, or healing from past experiences.
My experience includes areas such as trauma, emotion regulation, gender identity and sexuality, depression, and anxiety.
I use an inclusive approach, drawing on a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet your individual needs. I aim to help you feel empowered to make decisions that align with your true self, whether it's navigating mental health challenges, exploring your gender and sexuality, or healing from past experiences.
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.
My therapy services person-centered and I practice from a trauma informed and culturally sensitive lens. I am trained in compassion focused therapy (CFT), Gottman method, and emotionally focused therapy (EFT) to support individuals and couples in therapy. Additionally, I use a variety of other modalities to support my clients in their therapy goals.
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.
My therapy services person-centered and I practice from a trauma informed and culturally sensitive lens. I am trained in compassion focused therapy (CFT), Gottman method, and emotionally focused therapy (EFT) to support individuals and couples in therapy. Additionally, I use a variety of other modalities to support my clients in their therapy goals.
Charise Besson
Registered Counselling Therapist, MACP, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
Dartmouth, NS B2W
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions, I am here to support you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
I use an integrative approach that incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and mindfulness techniques. These evidence-based practices help me adapt our work together to suit your unique needs and goals.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions, I am here to support you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
I use an integrative approach that incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and mindfulness techniques. These evidence-based practices help me adapt our work together to suit your unique needs and goals.
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