Attachment-based Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
It is a relational, attachment-based therapy that helps clients connect with themselves in a secure, gentle and guided way through healing past emotional pain.
Want to improve your relationships—even if others aren’t ready to join you in therapy? Whether you're healing from a breakup, navigating family conflict, or simply seeking deeper connection, I can help.
I work with individuals and families (not couples) who are motivated to better understand their emotions and how they impact relationships. Using Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), I help clients heal attachment wounds, build emotional resilience, and communicate more clearly.
My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you create lasting, meaningful change—starting with yourself.
It is a relational, attachment-based therapy that helps clients connect with themselves in a secure, gentle and guided way through healing past emotional pain.
Want to improve your relationships—even if others aren’t ready to join you in therapy? Whether you're healing from a breakup, navigating family conflict, or simply seeking deeper connection, I can help.
I work with individuals and families (not couples) who are motivated to better understand their emotions and how they impact relationships. Using Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), I help clients heal attachment wounds, build emotional resilience, and communicate more clearly.
My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you create lasting, meaningful change—starting with yourself.
She uses approaches that are rooted in emotion and relationships, and those that are attachment-based and trauma-informed.
Chris (She/Her) recognizes that it is sometimes challenging to feel a sense of purpose and to feel connected to your life and to others around you. People often seek counselling when they are feeling overwhelmed or are looking for ways to heal from the past. Chris’ approach to counselling is a collaborative one that meets clients where they are. She works with clients to identify goals and strategies. Chris uses a relational, client-centred approach to counselling that integrates strategies from various methodologies including Emotionally Focused and Strengths-Based approaches.
She uses approaches that are rooted in emotion and relationships, and those that are attachment-based and trauma-informed.
Chris (She/Her) recognizes that it is sometimes challenging to feel a sense of purpose and to feel connected to your life and to others around you. People often seek counselling when they are feeling overwhelmed or are looking for ways to heal from the past. Chris’ approach to counselling is a collaborative one that meets clients where they are. She works with clients to identify goals and strategies. Chris uses a relational, client-centred approach to counselling that integrates strategies from various methodologies including Emotionally Focused and Strengths-Based approaches.
Lisa MacNeil - ADHD, Stress/Anxiety, Relationships
Counsellor, RCT, CCC
2 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
Waitlist for new clients
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment-based theory.
Navigating life’s challenges can be difficult. When we are facing obstacles, it can feel difficult to access the parts of us that help us in moving forward. I see my role as a facilitator in this process – meeting you where you are in your journey from a place of compassion & curiosity. I work collaboratively to help you to foster healing, growth and change.
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment-based theory.
Navigating life’s challenges can be difficult. When we are facing obstacles, it can feel difficult to access the parts of us that help us in moving forward. I see my role as a facilitator in this process – meeting you where you are in your journey from a place of compassion & curiosity. I work collaboratively to help you to foster healing, growth and change.
Depending on your needs, we can draw from solution focused, cognitive-behavioral approaches, attachment-based, narrative, mindfulness based, or parts-work perspectives.
Are you looking for the right fit and just can’t seem to find it? Frustrated by feeling like you’re the one educating the clinicians? I work with clients who have trouble finding professionals who understand them. Clients whose lives, relationships, and understandings differ from the neurotypical, heteronormative, and monogamous centered by western society. I have special interest in working with clients who may describe themselves as belonging to these groups: Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Kinky, and/or those involved in non-traditional family/relationship dynamics. If this is you, know that you are not alone!
Depending on your needs, we can draw from solution focused, cognitive-behavioral approaches, attachment-based, narrative, mindfulness based, or parts-work perspectives.
Are you looking for the right fit and just can’t seem to find it? Frustrated by feeling like you’re the one educating the clinicians? I work with clients who have trouble finding professionals who understand them. Clients whose lives, relationships, and understandings differ from the neurotypical, heteronormative, and monogamous centered by western society. I have special interest in working with clients who may describe themselves as belonging to these groups: Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Kinky, and/or those involved in non-traditional family/relationship dynamics. If this is you, know that you are not alone!
Attachment-based work allows us to examine the impact that the past has on the present.
Hello, welcome. Maybe you have been experiencing feelings of grief, confusion, isolation, exhaustion, loss, or feeling “stuck”. Maybe you’re looking for another perspective, or someone to help you understand your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can acknowledge the path that brought you to this point, and open your heart to new and creative ways forward in your journey. We will meet in a safe, quiet space, or online in the comfort of your own surroundings. This is your time: an opportunity to think, feel, and say things that might not be easy to share.
Attachment-based work allows us to examine the impact that the past has on the present.
Hello, welcome. Maybe you have been experiencing feelings of grief, confusion, isolation, exhaustion, loss, or feeling “stuck”. Maybe you’re looking for another perspective, or someone to help you understand your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can acknowledge the path that brought you to this point, and open your heart to new and creative ways forward in your journey. We will meet in a safe, quiet space, or online in the comfort of your own surroundings. This is your time: an opportunity to think, feel, and say things that might not be easy to share.
Angela takes an integrative approach, utilizing her training with psychodynamic, somatic, affirmative, trauma-informed, attachment-based therapies, and CBT.
Accepting new Clients! Angela believes in creating a safe place for clients to feel heard, seen, and supported while exploring and discovering their authentic selves. Angela is mindful, present, and passionate and wants to meet you where you are in your journey. She possesses previous experience working with adults from the 2SLGBTQ+ and poly communities. Her areas of practice include ADHD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, trauma, sexual orientation, gender identity, maladaptive patterns, and many others.
Angela takes an integrative approach, utilizing her training with psychodynamic, somatic, affirmative, trauma-informed, attachment-based therapies, and CBT.
Accepting new Clients! Angela believes in creating a safe place for clients to feel heard, seen, and supported while exploring and discovering their authentic selves. Angela is mindful, present, and passionate and wants to meet you where you are in your journey. She possesses previous experience working with adults from the 2SLGBTQ+ and poly communities. Her areas of practice include ADHD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, trauma, sexual orientation, gender identity, maladaptive patterns, and many others.
My work is rooted in trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and attachment-based practices.
Because each person is unique, I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit the individual's needs, helping them develop skills, improve emotional regulation, and build self-compassion. I have training in the areas of Play Therapy, EMDR, Self-Compassion, IFS and Attachment, amongst others. Together, we will craft an approach that fits you!
My work is rooted in trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and attachment-based practices.
Because each person is unique, I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit the individual's needs, helping them develop skills, improve emotional regulation, and build self-compassion. I have training in the areas of Play Therapy, EMDR, Self-Compassion, IFS and Attachment, amongst others. Together, we will craft an approach that fits you!
My approach draws on EFT, CBT, Attachment-Based, and Mindfulness-Based practices.
I’m currently accepting new clients. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to be stuck — whether in unhelpful patterns, difficult emotions, or strained relationships. Often, beneath the surface of our struggles lies a complex web of experiences and unmet needs. In my practice, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, connection, and lasting change.
My approach draws on EFT, CBT, Attachment-Based, and Mindfulness-Based practices.
I’m currently accepting new clients. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to be stuck — whether in unhelpful patterns, difficult emotions, or strained relationships. Often, beneath the surface of our struggles lies a complex web of experiences and unmet needs. In my practice, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, connection, and lasting change.
I use an integrative approach and draw from attachment-based and trauma-informed practices.
If you are seeking meaningful change in your life, and long to feel more fulfilled, I want to help. 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 work with individuals and couples with the goal of creating new possibilities, finding more joy and beauty in your daily living, and becoming a more present participant in your life.
I use an integrative approach and draw from attachment-based and trauma-informed practices.
If you are seeking meaningful change in your life, and long to feel more fulfilled, I want to help. 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 work with individuals and couples with the goal of creating new possibilities, finding more joy and beauty in your daily living, and becoming a more present participant in your life.
Do you feel like you are having trouble moving past a specific event or feel like you are engaging in destructive thinking patterns or behaviours? Have you begun to explore your attachment style and would like to learn how to become more secure? Therapy is a safe and confidential place where you can share your innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. My practice aims to highlight your strengths while finding solutions for unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, helping you to move forward and thrive in the areas of your life which are most important to you.
Do you feel like you are having trouble moving past a specific event or feel like you are engaging in destructive thinking patterns or behaviours? Have you begun to explore your attachment style and would like to learn how to become more secure? Therapy is a safe and confidential place where you can share your innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. My practice aims to highlight your strengths while finding solutions for unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, helping you to move forward and thrive in the areas of your life which are most important to you.
Dartmouth Psychological Services Inc. is a team of collaborative and caring practitioners who have been providing evidence-based mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the HRM for over 20 years. Formerly Jacqueline Milner-Clerk & Associates, DPS now works collaboratively with Jacqueline's Breathe Mindfulness Centre, which specializes in offering mindfulness and compassion-based classes, workshops and group programs.
Dartmouth Psychological Services Inc. is a team of collaborative and caring practitioners who have been providing evidence-based mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the HRM for over 20 years. Formerly Jacqueline Milner-Clerk & Associates, DPS now works collaboratively with Jacqueline's Breathe Mindfulness Centre, which specializes in offering mindfulness and compassion-based classes, workshops and group programs.
Taylor Brydges Counselling Therapy is a private practice that offers virtual and in-person counselling therapy to individuals and couples. We work with youth and adults ages 13 and up. We are located in downtown Dartmouth, and offer individual and virtual services to individuals across Nova Scotia.
Clients may benefit from our services if they notice themselves negatively impacted by stress, struggling to remain present, PTSD or trauma responses, or struggling in their interpersonal relationships.
Taylor Brydges Counselling Therapy is a private practice that offers virtual and in-person counselling therapy to individuals and couples. We work with youth and adults ages 13 and up. We are located in downtown Dartmouth, and offer individual and virtual services to individuals across Nova Scotia.
Clients may benefit from our services if they notice themselves negatively impacted by stress, struggling to remain present, PTSD or trauma responses, or struggling in their interpersonal relationships.
With over 10 years experience as a trauma therapist, my practice is strongly committed to you and your needs for support and healing. I am especially passionate about working with folks in the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy, post-partum, and the early years of parenting. I have both clinical training and lived experience in navigating the perinatal period, and genuinely grasp the challenges of this time where folks are often bombarded with information and advice from the internet, social media, health and social systems, family members, and friends; much of which can feel more overwhelming than helpful.
With over 10 years experience as a trauma therapist, my practice is strongly committed to you and your needs for support and healing. I am especially passionate about working with folks in the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy, post-partum, and the early years of parenting. I have both clinical training and lived experience in navigating the perinatal period, and genuinely grasp the challenges of this time where folks are often bombarded with information and advice from the internet, social media, health and social systems, family members, and friends; much of which can feel more overwhelming than helpful.
My name is Sonia and I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Can.) in beautiful Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. I support children, youth, adults, couples and families with a variety of challenges and experiences as they work towards better mental health and healthier relationships. Working from a client-centred lens, I believe that each person is an expert in their own lives, and that the power to heal comes from within. I will hold an inviting, safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore your experiences, cultivating a therapeutic relationship built on genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding.
My name is Sonia and I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Can.) in beautiful Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. I support children, youth, adults, couples and families with a variety of challenges and experiences as they work towards better mental health and healthier relationships. Working from a client-centred lens, I believe that each person is an expert in their own lives, and that the power to heal comes from within. I will hold an inviting, safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore your experiences, cultivating a therapeutic relationship built on genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding.
You may find yourself caught in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from the life you imagined or feeling stuck in grief. Perhaps you find yourself often overextending to meet the need of others’ while your own needs go unmet. Or perhaps you are experiencing a major life transition.
You may long for deeper connection to a partner & perhaps feel invisible in your relationship.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or simply ready for something different—you're not alone.
Therapy can be a space to reconnect with yourself or your partner, unpack and process your past, & move forward with intention & clarity.
You may find yourself caught in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from the life you imagined or feeling stuck in grief. Perhaps you find yourself often overextending to meet the need of others’ while your own needs go unmet. Or perhaps you are experiencing a major life transition.
You may long for deeper connection to a partner & perhaps feel invisible in your relationship.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or simply ready for something different—you're not alone.
Therapy can be a space to reconnect with yourself or your partner, unpack and process your past, & move forward with intention & clarity.
We live in a messy world, but when the pain you feel becomes too difficult to cope with, let me relieve some of that burden. If you simply yearn to feel seen and heard without judgment, you are in the right place. Remember, we can do hard things! “Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyway” -Glennon Doyle.
Areas of interest include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, career challenges, childhood trauma and abuse, social skills training, disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, and stress management.
We live in a messy world, but when the pain you feel becomes too difficult to cope with, let me relieve some of that burden. If you simply yearn to feel seen and heard without judgment, you are in the right place. Remember, we can do hard things! “Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyway” -Glennon Doyle.
Areas of interest include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, career challenges, childhood trauma and abuse, social skills training, disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, and stress management.
My clients are often children(5yrs+), adolescents, or young adults who are having difficulties with anxiety, emotion regulation, attachment difficulties, trauma, or general mental health challenges. Often my work with young children also involves working alongside parents to ensure that their child is being supported in all areas of their life.
My clients are often children(5yrs+), adolescents, or young adults who are having difficulties with anxiety, emotion regulation, attachment difficulties, trauma, or general mental health challenges. Often my work with young children also involves working alongside parents to ensure that their child is being supported in all areas of their life.
Hi y'all!, I offer safe accessible support for all but I specialize in ADHD & Autism from an Indigenous perspective. Whether that's in working thru anxiety, grief, masking, and burnout or other life struggles I use a holistic, strength based, trauma-informed approach. My hopes is to work with you to meet your own unique needs so you can feel more comfortable being the true authentic self.
Hi y'all!, I offer safe accessible support for all but I specialize in ADHD & Autism from an Indigenous perspective. Whether that's in working thru anxiety, grief, masking, and burnout or other life struggles I use a holistic, strength based, trauma-informed approach. My hopes is to work with you to meet your own unique needs so you can feel more comfortable being the true authentic self.
I offer my clients a safe, welcoming, and empathetic experience where we work together toward their goals and develop a strong therapeutic relationship. My main clinical focus areas are trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout, ADHD, intimacy, and relational issues. I proudly offer neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2s+ informed care; I am kink-aware, sex and body positive, and welcoming of all persons.
I have 15+ years experience in supporting survivors of human trafficking and domestic abuse, persons who have experienced complex traumas, and those struggling with resource stability and addictions.
I offer my clients a safe, welcoming, and empathetic experience where we work together toward their goals and develop a strong therapeutic relationship. My main clinical focus areas are trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout, ADHD, intimacy, and relational issues. I proudly offer neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2s+ informed care; I am kink-aware, sex and body positive, and welcoming of all persons.
I have 15+ years experience in supporting survivors of human trafficking and domestic abuse, persons who have experienced complex traumas, and those struggling with resource stability and addictions.
Accepting New Clients - Clients are brave to come to the counselling arena" I can offer over 20 years of counselling experience to assist with a deeper understanding of self. Counselling can provide shifts in perspective that can help alleviate suffering and increase coping skills in life. Through a greater understanding clients can start the healing process towards a stronger sense of healthier happier self by overcoming past hurts and refocusing on the hear and now.
Accepting New Clients - Clients are brave to come to the counselling arena" I can offer over 20 years of counselling experience to assist with a deeper understanding of self. Counselling can provide shifts in perspective that can help alleviate suffering and increase coping skills in life. Through a greater understanding clients can start the healing process towards a stronger sense of healthier happier self by overcoming past hurts and refocusing on the hear and now.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.