Family Therapy in Dartmouth, NS
ML Family Counselling Clinic
Counsellor, MA , CCC, RCT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B3A
ML Family Counselling is a private group practice diversified in our experience, training and areas of clinical focus providing professional, client-tailored, mental health counselling services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We are a professional team of dedicated and caring Registered Counselling Therapists, honored to work with our clients as they navigate uncertainties and challenges of life. We work collaboratively providing supportive, compassionate, inclusive, and personalized care.
ML Family Counselling is a private group practice diversified in our experience, training and areas of clinical focus providing professional, client-tailored, mental health counselling services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We are a professional team of dedicated and caring Registered Counselling Therapists, honored to work with our clients as they navigate uncertainties and challenges of life. We work collaboratively providing supportive, compassionate, inclusive, and personalized care.
Adrienne Buckland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
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.
We are a mental health clinic that services the entire family offering a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals across all age groups. These services include individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges and trauma experiences. Family therapy sessions are available to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships within the family unit. Couples counseling helps partners navigate relationship difficulties and enhance their connection. Our entire team provides EMDR therapy.
We are a mental health clinic that services the entire family offering a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals across all age groups. These services include individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges and trauma experiences. Family therapy sessions are available to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships within the family unit. Couples counseling helps partners navigate relationship difficulties and enhance their connection. Our entire team provides EMDR therapy.
I work with youth, adults, seniors, couples and families for grief, shame, guilt, loss, anger, stress, self-esteem, mental health, career transitions, career & life planning, behavior modification, intimate partner violence, couple & family conflict, trauma.
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.
I work with youth, adults, seniors, couples and families for grief, shame, guilt, loss, anger, stress, self-esteem, mental health, career transitions, career & life planning, behavior modification, intimate partner violence, couple & family conflict, trauma.
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.
I brings several years of delivering culturally sensitive and non-judgmental services across various settings, including Geriatric care, Community service, Family empowerment, Youth (13+) and Women Welfare, violence intervention, Substance use treatment, and Rehabilitation.
With over five years experience in Mental health, highly trained, warm, and experienced therapist. I committed to offering therapeutic support, resource navigation, and advocacy to individuals from diverse backgrounds, celebrating and embracing the variety of lived experiences. I am integrates mind-body practices and enjoys working with clients dealing with a variety of issues from everyday stressors to more persistent anxieties or panic. I have a history and interest in community psychology, particularly in healthy aging and older age.
I brings several years of delivering culturally sensitive and non-judgmental services across various settings, including Geriatric care, Community service, Family empowerment, Youth (13+) and Women Welfare, violence intervention, Substance use treatment, and Rehabilitation.
With over five years experience in Mental health, highly trained, warm, and experienced therapist. I committed to offering therapeutic support, resource navigation, and advocacy to individuals from diverse backgrounds, celebrating and embracing the variety of lived experiences. I am integrates mind-body practices and enjoys working with clients dealing with a variety of issues from everyday stressors to more persistent anxieties or panic. I have a history and interest in community psychology, particularly in healthy aging and older age.
Having someone to confide in outside of friends and family can be so helpful.
Are you a parent of a teen? Is communication a struggle? Signs that your teen may need counselling support are; emotional outbursts, insomnia, poor academic performance, decreased interest in activities they used to enjoy, grief around a life transition, death of loved one or br up. Now might be the time to connect with a therapist who can help. Let us work together to support you and your teen!
Having someone to confide in outside of friends and family can be so helpful.
Are you a parent of a teen? Is communication a struggle? Signs that your teen may need counselling support are; emotional outbursts, insomnia, poor academic performance, decreased interest in activities they used to enjoy, grief around a life transition, death of loved one or br up. Now might be the time to connect with a therapist who can help. Let us work together to support you and your teen!
Jessica Rose McEachern
Counsellor, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
Waitlist for new clients
My specific areas of focus and interest include: parenting and family relationships, couples counselling, developmental trauma and attachment injuries, complex and/or chronic PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder, existential anxiety/depression, ADHD/highly sensitive people, and spiritual growth/development.
I see therapy as a creative, collaborative process. I am influenced by by the work of Carl Jung, and I have received post-graduate training in a diverse set of treatment modalities (EMDR, IFS, ACT, CPT, PE, EFT). I enjoy using a unique blend of EMDR and IFS for deeper trauma work, but I am also comfortable with more traditional forms of talk therapy. For work with couples/families, I use a family systems approach and am well-suited to helping couple/ family units navigate neurodivergence such as ADHD, highly sensitive people (HSP), BPD and Bipolar Disorder. I am open to and encourage discussing spirituality in our therapy sessions.
My specific areas of focus and interest include: parenting and family relationships, couples counselling, developmental trauma and attachment injuries, complex and/or chronic PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder, existential anxiety/depression, ADHD/highly sensitive people, and spiritual growth/development.
I see therapy as a creative, collaborative process. I am influenced by by the work of Carl Jung, and I have received post-graduate training in a diverse set of treatment modalities (EMDR, IFS, ACT, CPT, PE, EFT). I enjoy using a unique blend of EMDR and IFS for deeper trauma work, but I am also comfortable with more traditional forms of talk therapy. For work with couples/families, I use a family systems approach and am well-suited to helping couple/ family units navigate neurodivergence such as ADHD, highly sensitive people (HSP), BPD and Bipolar Disorder. I am open to and encourage discussing spirituality in our therapy sessions.
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.
Coming to terms with our vulnerabilities and shortcomings can be a daunting and intimidating task. Sometimes, the idea of sharing these thoughts and feelings with friends or family members can seem unbearable. Matthew strives to foster a judgement-free environment where clients can feel comfortable and secure exploring these vulnerabilities, and become stronger in the process. Matthew is interested in a working with diverse populations, and has experience working with such issues as abuse/neglect, and depression, as well as experience working with BIPOC, First Nations, and LGBTQ plus communities.
Coming to terms with our vulnerabilities and shortcomings can be a daunting and intimidating task. Sometimes, the idea of sharing these thoughts and feelings with friends or family members can seem unbearable. Matthew strives to foster a judgement-free environment where clients can feel comfortable and secure exploring these vulnerabilities, and become stronger in the process. Matthew is interested in a working with diverse populations, and has experience working with such issues as abuse/neglect, and depression, as well as experience working with BIPOC, First Nations, and LGBTQ plus communities.
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!
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!
As both a military child and wife, I understand the challenges of having a loved one who serves and the difficulty finding helping professionals who can relate to the impact the military lifestyle has on the entire family.
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.
As both a military child and wife, I understand the challenges of having a loved one who serves and the difficulty finding helping professionals who can relate to the impact the military lifestyle has on the entire family.
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.
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A family separation is inevitably emotional, and sometimes overwhelming, but this time can also be a new beginning.
Family separations can be extremely stressful and difficult times for both parents and children. Sometimes people need immediate support to cope with the stress of a recent separation, and sometimes people can find they are struggling with emotional distress, conflict, and cycles of poor communication that last for years. If you are dealing with the emotional fallout of a separation, ongoing conflict over living arrangements, parenting time, child support, or other parenting concerns, I can help give you the time and space to think and talk openly about what you want moving forward and help you make a plan for how to get there.
A family separation is inevitably emotional, and sometimes overwhelming, but this time can also be a new beginning.
Family separations can be extremely stressful and difficult times for both parents and children. Sometimes people need immediate support to cope with the stress of a recent separation, and sometimes people can find they are struggling with emotional distress, conflict, and cycles of poor communication that last for years. If you are dealing with the emotional fallout of a separation, ongoing conflict over living arrangements, parenting time, child support, or other parenting concerns, I can help give you the time and space to think and talk openly about what you want moving forward and help you make a plan for how to get there.
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.
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.
Brooklyn Thompson
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I am particularly passionate about supporting military family members in navigating their unique experiences.
Life can be challenging. We all live unique experiences and face obstacles on a daily basis. This can leave us feeling extremely isolated and overwhelmed. Seeking support form a therapist allows you to share your experience in a safe, welcoming environment. When working with clients, I strive to support them in identifying their strengths and values to improve their quality of life and empower them to take the necessary steps to achieve their therapeutic goals. I believe we are all unique and have individual needs. This means that I will tailor our work together to fit your unique experience.
I am particularly passionate about supporting military family members in navigating their unique experiences.
Life can be challenging. We all live unique experiences and face obstacles on a daily basis. This can leave us feeling extremely isolated and overwhelmed. Seeking support form a therapist allows you to share your experience in a safe, welcoming environment. When working with clients, I strive to support them in identifying their strengths and values to improve their quality of life and empower them to take the necessary steps to achieve their therapeutic goals. I believe we are all unique and have individual needs. This means that I will tailor our work together to fit your unique experience.
Jean Mason
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, BA, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
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!
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!
Melodie Skeete
Registered Social Worker, BSW , MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
I have 15 years of experience supporting people of all ages, specializing in youth and family therapy.
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.
I have 15 years of experience supporting people of all ages, specializing in youth and family therapy.
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.
I am a clinical social worker in Dartmouth NS with over ten years experience providing specialized treatment for individuals and family members affected by addictive behaviours such as substance abuse and gambling. My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
I am a clinical social worker in Dartmouth NS with over ten years experience providing specialized treatment for individuals and family members affected by addictive behaviours such as substance abuse and gambling. My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
I work with all types of people; but since I have a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have been trained to work with one or more people in the room (families, couples, and individuals).
Hello! I count it a great honour and privilege to walk alongside others as they journey through difficult pieces. My hope and goal in working with my clients is to create a safe space for exploration so that together we can go to the deep places where they might be feeling stuck. I love working with my clients strengths and firmly believe each person has strengths that can help them move towards the change they'd like to experience.
I work with all types of people; but since I have a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have been trained to work with one or more people in the room (families, couples, and individuals).
Hello! I count it a great honour and privilege to walk alongside others as they journey through difficult pieces. My hope and goal in working with my clients is to create a safe space for exploration so that together we can go to the deep places where they might be feeling stuck. I love working with my clients strengths and firmly believe each person has strengths that can help them move towards the change they'd like to experience.
From time to time, we all face challenges that can be overwhelming. Sometimes these challenges are situational, but they can also be the result of our lived experience(s) over time. Often they manifest as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and self harm. These manifestations can lead to further challenges such as job loss, family conflict, isolation, and addiction. Although we may flounder or experience failure, we can develop the strategies needed to live a flourishing life. Integrative therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Positive Psychotherapy, and Solution Focused Therapy teach us how to live well.
From time to time, we all face challenges that can be overwhelming. Sometimes these challenges are situational, but they can also be the result of our lived experience(s) over time. Often they manifest as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and self harm. These manifestations can lead to further challenges such as job loss, family conflict, isolation, and addiction. Although we may flounder or experience failure, we can develop the strategies needed to live a flourishing life. Integrative therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Positive Psychotherapy, and Solution Focused Therapy teach us how to live well.
Ron G Nugent
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, BSC, MEdPsyc, MEd/C, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
As a clinically trained counsellor at the national level, I prioritize self-care and self-compassion. I believe taking care of yourself allows you to become the best version of yourself. I have been counselling for over 18 years and have vast experience in family counselling, managing ADHD and Anxiety as well as working navigating signs and symptoms of depression. I am a trauma informed therapist and have experience working with educators and have provided my experience and understanding of the stressors that come with the job. I am a proud supporter and member of the LGBTQ+ community.
As a clinically trained counsellor at the national level, I prioritize self-care and self-compassion. I believe taking care of yourself allows you to become the best version of yourself. I have been counselling for over 18 years and have vast experience in family counselling, managing ADHD and Anxiety as well as working navigating signs and symptoms of depression. I am a trauma informed therapist and have experience working with educators and have provided my experience and understanding of the stressors that come with the job. I am a proud supporter and member of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.