Emotionally Focused Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
When the challenges in life become overwhelming, many people experience a sense of hurt, shame, or confusion. This impacts sense of self, close relationships, and the ability to engage meaningfully in life. I understand how hard this can be and am dedicated to offering a confidential and non-judgmental space to safely talk about your struggles. I will help you sort through the issues and and help you move toward insight and approachable change. Each client I work with receives responsive counselling services that meets your unique needs, fostering insight, presence, connection, and vitality.
When the challenges in life become overwhelming, many people experience a sense of hurt, shame, or confusion. This impacts sense of self, close relationships, and the ability to engage meaningfully in life. I understand how hard this can be and am dedicated to offering a confidential and non-judgmental space to safely talk about your struggles. I will help you sort through the issues and and help you move toward insight and approachable change. Each client I work with receives responsive counselling services that meets your unique needs, fostering insight, presence, connection, and vitality.
For couples therapy, I primarily use an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: sexual issues/dysfunctions (e.g., low desire/arousal, erectile/orgasmic difficulties, pain during sex, sexual difficulties following breast cancer treatment, and persistent genital arousal disorder/genitopelvic dysesthesia), trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamorous relationship issues). Everyone comes into therapy with unique past experiences and future goals. I actively tailor evidence-based treatment to the unique needs and values of each client.
For couples therapy, I primarily use an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: sexual issues/dysfunctions (e.g., low desire/arousal, erectile/orgasmic difficulties, pain during sex, sexual difficulties following breast cancer treatment, and persistent genital arousal disorder/genitopelvic dysesthesia), trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamorous relationship issues). Everyone comes into therapy with unique past experiences and future goals. I actively tailor evidence-based treatment to the unique needs and values of each client.
When accompanying couples through the therapy process, I use an Emotionally Focused Approach.
Feeling overwhelmed these days? Many of us are walking around stuck in a state of fight, flight, or freeze and we may not even be aware. The latest research says that the three ways we can find calm are: connection, safety, and being in the present moment. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that makes these conditions possible. By engaging with our emotions, our mind, and our body in a safe and integrated way, we can move past "the stuckness" and find hope in places that we didn't think were there.
When accompanying couples through the therapy process, I use an Emotionally Focused Approach.
Feeling overwhelmed these days? Many of us are walking around stuck in a state of fight, flight, or freeze and we may not even be aware. The latest research says that the three ways we can find calm are: connection, safety, and being in the present moment. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that makes these conditions possible. By engaging with our emotions, our mind, and our body in a safe and integrated way, we can move past "the stuckness" and find hope in places that we didn't think were there.
Jennifer Shadbolt
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MSc, MEd, RCT-C
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an Emotionally Focused Therapist, I believe healing happens in safe, compassionate connection — with ourselves and with others who can hold space for our pain.
If you’re carrying a loss that feels too heavy to hold alone, I invite you to reach out.
Loss shows up in many ways — the death of a loved one or pet, the breakdown of a relationship, or the quiet ache of unfulfilled hopes. It can come with big life transitions like becoming a parent, facing infertility, losing a sense of identity, or navigating estrangement from someone you love.
Some losses are visible to the world. Others are hidden — but no less painful.
As an Emotionally Focused Therapist, I believe healing happens in safe, compassionate connection — with ourselves and with others who can hold space for our pain.
If you’re carrying a loss that feels too heavy to hold alone, I invite you to reach out.
Loss shows up in many ways — the death of a loved one or pet, the breakdown of a relationship, or the quiet ache of unfulfilled hopes. It can come with big life transitions like becoming a parent, facing infertility, losing a sense of identity, or navigating estrangement from someone you love.
Some losses are visible to the world. Others are hidden — but no less painful.
Dr. Yue Lyu Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate elements from Feminist Therapy, EMDR, CFT, EFT, CBT, ACT, Gottman Couple Therapy and tailor the interventions based on your needs and goals.
Welcome! I am an EMDR-trained psychologist helping people heal from anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, women's issues, immigrant stress, and other life challenges. Do you often find yourself worrying a lot, feeling exhausted from taking care of other people, or thinking you're not good enough? Peace can feel far away right now, but wouldn't it be nice to have the tools to change that? If so, you are in the right place. I will help you regain the peace of your mind, reconnect with yourself and others, heal from the past, and embrace the future. Get more details at: www.dryuehealingspace.com
I integrate elements from Feminist Therapy, EMDR, CFT, EFT, CBT, ACT, Gottman Couple Therapy and tailor the interventions based on your needs and goals.
Welcome! I am an EMDR-trained psychologist helping people heal from anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, women's issues, immigrant stress, and other life challenges. Do you often find yourself worrying a lot, feeling exhausted from taking care of other people, or thinking you're not good enough? Peace can feel far away right now, but wouldn't it be nice to have the tools to change that? If so, you are in the right place. I will help you regain the peace of your mind, reconnect with yourself and others, heal from the past, and embrace the future. Get more details at: www.dryuehealingspace.com
I am trained in EMDR and also draw on CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, narrative therapy, somatic practices as well psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches.
Currently Accepting New Clients - short wait times. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist -C, who specializes in working with clients struggling with: Trauma, Relationship issues, Repeating Patterns, Attachment Styles, toxic/abusive relationships, Complex Family Dynamics, Self Esteem - Anxiety/OCD, Perfectionism and Emotional Processing.
I enjoy working with clients for symptom management and also in the realm of personal growth. All of my clients will be met with a warm and compassionate approach. I work with the general public 18+ as well as Veterans, Victim Services, WCB, and people on the Autism Spectrum.
I am trained in EMDR and also draw on CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, narrative therapy, somatic practices as well psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches.
Currently Accepting New Clients - short wait times. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist -C, who specializes in working with clients struggling with: Trauma, Relationship issues, Repeating Patterns, Attachment Styles, toxic/abusive relationships, Complex Family Dynamics, Self Esteem - Anxiety/OCD, Perfectionism and Emotional Processing.
I enjoy working with clients for symptom management and also in the realm of personal growth. All of my clients will be met with a warm and compassionate approach. I work with the general public 18+ as well as Veterans, Victim Services, WCB, and people on the Autism Spectrum.
Beginning therapy for the first time or starting with a new therapist can be a daunting experience; therefore, my aim is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that allows you to show up as your most authentic self and grow at your own pace. My greatest priority is ensuring you feel heard, understood, and respected within our therapeutic relationship as I know being vulnerable and trusting someone with our deepest thoughts, feelings, and traumas can be extremely challenging. In our work together, we will collaboratively explore your current situation, concerns, and goals to help you plan a new way forward.
Beginning therapy for the first time or starting with a new therapist can be a daunting experience; therefore, my aim is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that allows you to show up as your most authentic self and grow at your own pace. My greatest priority is ensuring you feel heard, understood, and respected within our therapeutic relationship as I know being vulnerable and trusting someone with our deepest thoughts, feelings, and traumas can be extremely challenging. In our work together, we will collaboratively explore your current situation, concerns, and goals to help you plan a new way forward.
I believe that therapy is a powerful space for self-exploration, healing, and growth. As your therapist, I’m committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can share your story and be truly heard. I work with youth (14+) and adults across the lifespan. My experience includes areas such as trauma, emotion regulation, gender identity and sexuality, family estrangement, depression, and anxiety. Together, we'll work through the tough stuff, celebrate your strengths, and create lasting change. When you're ready, I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey.
I believe that therapy is a powerful space for self-exploration, healing, and growth. As your therapist, I’m committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can share your story and be truly heard. I work with youth (14+) and adults across the lifespan. My experience includes areas such as trauma, emotion regulation, gender identity and sexuality, family estrangement, depression, and anxiety. Together, we'll work through the tough stuff, celebrate your strengths, and create lasting change. When you're ready, I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey.
Seeking help is hard. I admire your courage and strength! I am passionate about the community and its citizens. I believe that helping empower people to live independent, resilient, successful lives is important. One person, family, couple at a time! I encourage clients to change while identifying & removing the barriers/obstacles that keep them from health. I am committed to providing you with a confidential, supportive atmosphere & a non-judgmental environment. With a genuine & empathetic nature you will feel supported. Together we can invite change into your life. I value diverse backgrounds, world views and life experiences.
Seeking help is hard. I admire your courage and strength! I am passionate about the community and its citizens. I believe that helping empower people to live independent, resilient, successful lives is important. One person, family, couple at a time! I encourage clients to change while identifying & removing the barriers/obstacles that keep them from health. I am committed to providing you with a confidential, supportive atmosphere & a non-judgmental environment. With a genuine & empathetic nature you will feel supported. Together we can invite change into your life. I value diverse backgrounds, world views and life experiences.
Mercy Kasheke (Arukah Psychotherapy)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
6 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, my name is Mercy, I am a bilingual Social Worker. I'm glad you found your way here! Beginning therapy is a courageous act. It may feel uncomfortable at first but as you learn more about yourself, gain support with life's struggles/stresses and heal from your trauma, you will gain a better understanding of what you desire out of this thing we call life!
Hi, my name is Mercy, I am a bilingual Social Worker. I'm glad you found your way here! Beginning therapy is a courageous act. It may feel uncomfortable at first but as you learn more about yourself, gain support with life's struggles/stresses and heal from your trauma, you will gain a better understanding of what you desire out of this thing we call life!
Lauren Mackintosh
Registered Counselling Therapist-Candidate, MA, RCT-C
1 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
Sometimes we need some additional support. I offer sessions to adolescents (15+), adults & couples experiencing various issues. Challenging relationships can take a toll on our mental health and well-being. We can identify difficulties in relationships (romantic, familial, work or otherwise) that may be causing distress. Some topics addressed include boundaries, attachment, and communication. I also offer perinatal counselling for those who need support through pregnancy and/or the postpartum period.
I have an easygoing and supportive approach and believe you know yourself best. I encourage open communication throughout treatment!
Sometimes we need some additional support. I offer sessions to adolescents (15+), adults & couples experiencing various issues. Challenging relationships can take a toll on our mental health and well-being. We can identify difficulties in relationships (romantic, familial, work or otherwise) that may be causing distress. Some topics addressed include boundaries, attachment, and communication. I also offer perinatal counselling for those who need support through pregnancy and/or the postpartum period.
I have an easygoing and supportive approach and believe you know yourself best. I encourage open communication throughout treatment!
We believe that all people have a place within them that is healthy and whole. At Wholetherapy, we offer an integrative, trauma-sensitive approach to anyone who is interested in exploring their lives and making difficult changes. We specifically work with individuals, couples, and families who have faced adverse life experiences and trauma.
We believe that all people have a place within them that is healthy and whole. At Wholetherapy, we offer an integrative, trauma-sensitive approach to anyone who is interested in exploring their lives and making difficult changes. We specifically work with individuals, couples, and families who have faced adverse life experiences and trauma.
Natalie's vision is to help clients discover new ways to cope and rise above life's challenges. She works with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, self-esteem, and marriage and family problems. Natalie helps parents and children work through behaviour, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions.
Natalie's vision is to help clients discover new ways to cope and rise above life's challenges. She works with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, self-esteem, and marriage and family problems. Natalie helps parents and children work through behaviour, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions.
Life’s challenges can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to get lost in the chaos. As a therapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology (MACP), practicing under professional supervision, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate these difficulties. 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. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood.
Life’s challenges can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to get lost in the chaos. As a therapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology (MACP), practicing under professional supervision, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate these difficulties. 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. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood.
Sometimes we are living at our best, in harmony with the highs and lows of life. Other times we are stressed, uncertain, overwhelmed and need help with the balance. Relationships are impacted, connections may be strained between family members, past experiences can affect the ability to live in the present moment. Major life transitions can be difficult, and feelings may seem too big to manage.
Sometimes we are living at our best, in harmony with the highs and lows of life. Other times we are stressed, uncertain, overwhelmed and need help with the balance. Relationships are impacted, connections may be strained between family members, past experiences can affect the ability to live in the present moment. Major life transitions can be difficult, and feelings may seem too big to manage.
Patrick is a highly experienced clinician with a unique approach to therapy. A graduate of Dalhousie University, Patrick holds a master’s degree in social work and specializes in Substance use and Gambling, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, 2SLGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Anger Management. He has over 20 years of dedicated service. His expertise lies in providing compassionate and effective support to individuals and couples struggling with mental health issues and addictions and their loved ones. Video virtually supports clients throughout Nova Scotia
Patrick is a highly experienced clinician with a unique approach to therapy. A graduate of Dalhousie University, Patrick holds a master’s degree in social work and specializes in Substance use and Gambling, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, 2SLGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Anger Management. He has over 20 years of dedicated service. His expertise lies in providing compassionate and effective support to individuals and couples struggling with mental health issues and addictions and their loved ones. Video virtually supports clients throughout Nova Scotia
Accepting new clients experiencing postpartum depression, perinatal mood disorders, perinatal loss, and infertility. I am a licensed Psychologist currently working with adolescents (16+) and adults. I offer specialized treatment in postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders. I also work with clients experiencing a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, issues related to gender and sexuality, school/workplace stress and burnout, self-esteem and assertiveness, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, and immigrant and refugee mental health.
Accepting new clients experiencing postpartum depression, perinatal mood disorders, perinatal loss, and infertility. I am a licensed Psychologist currently working with adolescents (16+) and adults. I offer specialized treatment in postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders. I also work with clients experiencing a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, issues related to gender and sexuality, school/workplace stress and burnout, self-esteem and assertiveness, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, and immigrant and refugee mental health.
Whether you are seeking therapy for personal growth, emotional healing, or to manage challenging life events, I am here to guide you through the process. Every person’s path is different, but I am committed to walking with you every step of the way—helping you to gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward the life you envision for yourself.
I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating, but I want to assure you that you are not alone. Together, we will create a safe, collaborative space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals, and work toward building a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and fulfilling.
Whether you are seeking therapy for personal growth, emotional healing, or to manage challenging life events, I am here to guide you through the process. Every person’s path is different, but I am committed to walking with you every step of the way—helping you to gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward the life you envision for yourself.
I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating, but I want to assure you that you are not alone. Together, we will create a safe, collaborative space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals, and work toward building a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and fulfilling.
I understand that most likely you have been trying your best and pretending that life is OKAY, but now the heaviness of putting on a brave face is getting you down. You have tried a few things ( reading books, maybe attending therapy) but you find yourself repeating the same old habits of ignoring and pushing down your feelings. Your unresolved TRAUMA is making all your decisions right now. Most likely, most of the time, your trauma leaves you feeling quite unsafe in your body ( panic attacks, low mood, etc). You DO NOT want to feel like this anymore but you are also a little nervous about whether therapy can "really work"?
I understand that most likely you have been trying your best and pretending that life is OKAY, but now the heaviness of putting on a brave face is getting you down. You have tried a few things ( reading books, maybe attending therapy) but you find yourself repeating the same old habits of ignoring and pushing down your feelings. Your unresolved TRAUMA is making all your decisions right now. Most likely, most of the time, your trauma leaves you feeling quite unsafe in your body ( panic attacks, low mood, etc). You DO NOT want to feel like this anymore but you are also a little nervous about whether therapy can "really work"?
Everyone’s journey to overall wellness will be unique. My goal is always to provide a warm, safe, supportive space for my clients, so you feel comfortable navigating your own journey of growth and self-discovery. I support teens, adults, and couples, who struggle with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and more. I aim to provide judgment-free support while we navigate your unique journey together.
Everyone’s journey to overall wellness will be unique. My goal is always to provide a warm, safe, supportive space for my clients, so you feel comfortable navigating your own journey of growth and self-discovery. I support teens, adults, and couples, who struggle with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and more. I aim to provide judgment-free support while we navigate your unique journey together.
