Grief Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
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 identify what's important to you - and what's holding you back. We'll explore the mind-body connection, build on your strengths, identify resources, and tailor strategies so you can take meaningful action towards the life you want to lead.
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 identify what's important to you - and what's holding you back. We'll explore the mind-body connection, build on your strengths, identify resources, and tailor strategies so you can take meaningful action towards the life you want to lead.
I work with people who are navigating life stressors and transitions, including new diagnoses, caregiving, grief, bereavement, and loss.
My approach to counselling is deeply rooted in respect for your personal history and values by welcoming your perspective as we work together. I strive for you to feel supported and validated in your lived experiences with compassion, genuineness and sincere concern for your wellbeing individually or as a couple.
I work with people who are navigating life stressors and transitions, including new diagnoses, caregiving, grief, bereavement, and loss.
My approach to counselling is deeply rooted in respect for your personal history and values by welcoming your perspective as we work together. I strive for you to feel supported and validated in your lived experiences with compassion, genuineness and sincere concern for your wellbeing individually or as a couple.
I work with adults and older teens who are suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma and career issues.
Together we will explore the issues that are holding you back in a safe and non-judgmental environment and figure out ways to get you back on track. Maybe you will learn coping skills or need help problem solving an issue, or maybe we need to deconstruct your past to learn about the patterns of behaviour that are no longer useful in your life.
I work with adults and older teens who are suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma and career issues.
Together we will explore the issues that are holding you back in a safe and non-judgmental environment and figure out ways to get you back on track. Maybe you will learn coping skills or need help problem solving an issue, or maybe we need to deconstruct your past to learn about the patterns of behaviour that are no longer useful in your life.
Alivera Counselling Psychotherapy alivera.ca
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B2Y
Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, or depression, or do your relationships feel strained?
I provide compassionate space to explore your emotions, manage anxiety, process grief, and navigate depression. In couples therapy, we work together to improve communication and rebuild connections. In our sessions, I offer pathways for you to understand your feelings to heal, bring more joy back into your life and be closer to your authentic self.
Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, or depression, or do your relationships feel strained?
I provide compassionate space to explore your emotions, manage anxiety, process grief, and navigate depression. In couples therapy, we work together to improve communication and rebuild connections. In our sessions, I offer pathways for you to understand your feelings to heal, bring more joy back into your life and be closer to your authentic self.
You may find yourself caught in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from the life you imagined or feeling stuck in grief.
I have worked with individuals & couples since 2010 & I have training in several modalities which allows me to intuitively integrate different modalities into my work based on your individual circumstances.
I offer virtual appointments through Jane app software which is secure, encrypted, & PIPEDA compliant. I am registered in NB, PEI & NS
You may find yourself caught in patterns that no longer serve you, disconnected from the life you imagined or feeling stuck in grief.
I have worked with individuals & couples since 2010 & I have training in several modalities which allows me to intuitively integrate different modalities into my work based on your individual circumstances.
I offer virtual appointments through Jane app software which is secure, encrypted, & PIPEDA compliant. I am registered in NB, PEI & NS
Some of these issues include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship issues, Grief, and Codependency.
Some of the approaches I use include: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I will also blend elements from different approaches and tailor these therapies to meet your needs.
Some of these issues include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship issues, Grief, and Codependency.
Some of the approaches I use include: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I will also blend elements from different approaches and tailor these therapies to meet your needs.
The transition to parenthood can be hard, whether it’s struggling with becoming pregnant, grief over miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss, depression or anxiety during and/or after pregnancy, or learning how to adjust to your new life with baby.
I work with families seeking mental health support during the many stages of the transition to parenthood, using a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to empower clients to overcome, heal, and build stronger families.
The transition to parenthood can be hard, whether it’s struggling with becoming pregnant, grief over miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss, depression or anxiety during and/or after pregnancy, or learning how to adjust to your new life with baby.
I work with families seeking mental health support during the many stages of the transition to parenthood, using a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to empower clients to overcome, heal, and build stronger families.
Jennifer Shadbolt
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MSc, MEd, RCT-C
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you’re carrying a loss that feels too heavy to hold alone, I invite you to reach out.
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. Together, we can explore the weight of your grief, make sense of the emotions beneath it, and gently reconnect with your inner strength and self-compassion.
If you’re carrying a loss that feels too heavy to hold alone, I invite you to reach out.
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. Together, we can explore the weight of your grief, make sense of the emotions beneath it, and gently reconnect with your inner strength and self-compassion.
However, we don't have to continue to live with the same pain and loss tomorrow.
I am person-centred in my approach. My passion is to help individuals overcome their anxiety and depression. I help couples, individuals, and families understand and enjoy each other. I also assist people dealing with grief and loss achieve wellness, healing and inner peace.
However, we don't have to continue to live with the same pain and loss tomorrow.
I am person-centred in my approach. My passion is to help individuals overcome their anxiety and depression. I help couples, individuals, and families understand and enjoy each other. I also assist people dealing with grief and loss achieve wellness, healing and inner peace.
This can look like increasing awareness of emotions and body sensations, creative visualization, working with nature and the land, expressive arts, breathing, movement, grief processing, somatic therapy, generative somatics and storytelling.
I believe in our individual and collective capacity to heal and transform, and that we do not need to walk that path alone. I often work with people who are searching for a way back to safety, dignity and belonging in their relationships. I work at the edge of healing trauma and social justice with a belief that our pathways to healing are not just individual, but are shaped by cultural context. As a queer practitioner with lived experience, I am deeply aware of how legacies of trauma and oppression shape our pathways to connection. I am committed to prioritizing your agency and collaboration in our work together.
This can look like increasing awareness of emotions and body sensations, creative visualization, working with nature and the land, expressive arts, breathing, movement, grief processing, somatic therapy, generative somatics and storytelling.
I believe in our individual and collective capacity to heal and transform, and that we do not need to walk that path alone. I often work with people who are searching for a way back to safety, dignity and belonging in their relationships. I work at the edge of healing trauma and social justice with a belief that our pathways to healing are not just individual, but are shaped by cultural context. As a queer practitioner with lived experience, I am deeply aware of how legacies of trauma and oppression shape our pathways to connection. I am committed to prioritizing your agency and collaboration in our work together.
These manifestations can lead to further challenges such as job loss, family conflict, isolation, and addiction.
In order to live a flourishing life, it is important to recognize our strengths and identify our assets. Too much time spent focusing on personal deficits can impede progress. Instead, by recognizing and shifting away from negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors, we can cultivate positive emotions, healthy relationships and a sense of purpose.
These manifestations can lead to further challenges such as job loss, family conflict, isolation, and addiction.
In order to live a flourishing life, it is important to recognize our strengths and identify our assets. Too much time spent focusing on personal deficits can impede progress. Instead, by recognizing and shifting away from negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors, we can cultivate positive emotions, healthy relationships and a sense of purpose.
Perhaps you are experiencing a loss or major life change and are struggling to cope.
I offer caring and confidential counselling that is focused on you and your concerns. Depending on what you want to achieve through our time together, I use an integrative approach to help you begin taking steps in the direction of your preferred future, using the most applicable techniques from a variety of different therapy traditions.
Perhaps you are experiencing a loss or major life change and are struggling to cope.
I offer caring and confidential counselling that is focused on you and your concerns. Depending on what you want to achieve through our time together, I use an integrative approach to help you begin taking steps in the direction of your preferred future, using the most applicable techniques from a variety of different therapy traditions.
Whether you are experiencing a major life transition that has turned everything upside down, are grieving the loss of a loved one, in active recovery from a significant trauma, or simply feel a deeper call to access a more authentic expression of who you are, I’m here to help.
I offer an integrative & contemplative approach that is tailored to your specific needs, which will be grounded in cultivating a space of compassion and unconditional acceptance of all that arises in our sessions. My primary theoretical orientation is Internal Family Systems (IFS), where we recognize and make space for your inner wisdom to emerge.
Whether you are experiencing a major life transition that has turned everything upside down, are grieving the loss of a loved one, in active recovery from a significant trauma, or simply feel a deeper call to access a more authentic expression of who you are, I’m here to help.
I offer an integrative & contemplative approach that is tailored to your specific needs, which will be grounded in cultivating a space of compassion and unconditional acceptance of all that arises in our sessions. My primary theoretical orientation is Internal Family Systems (IFS), where we recognize and make space for your inner wisdom to emerge.
Maybe you have been experiencing feelings of grief, confusion, isolation, exhaustion, loss, or feeling “stuck”.
As your therapist, I will walk beside you on your path for a time, acting as fellow-explorer, listener, witness, and facilitator. You can tell me what you are ready to talk about, and go at a pace that feels right for you. I am EMDR-trained, queer-affirming, and integrate a feminist-constructivist and attachment based approach.
Maybe you have been experiencing feelings of grief, confusion, isolation, exhaustion, loss, or feeling “stuck”.
As your therapist, I will walk beside you on your path for a time, acting as fellow-explorer, listener, witness, and facilitator. You can tell me what you are ready to talk about, and go at a pace that feels right for you. I am EMDR-trained, queer-affirming, and integrate a feminist-constructivist and attachment based approach.
My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
I have training in mindfulness, EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy, structured relapse prevention and narrative therapy. I offer both individual and group treatment.
My areas of interest include trauma, spirituality, grief and anxiety management.
I have training in mindfulness, EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy, structured relapse prevention and narrative therapy. I offer both individual and group treatment.
Our areas of focus include trauma, substance use issues, couples therapy, perinatal and postpartum anxiety, mood disorders, grief, anxiety and depression.
We are a private practice dedicated to supporting youth, adults, and couples. We are located in downtown Dartmouth, and offer in-person and virtual services to individuals across Nova Scotia.
You may benefit from support if you are negatively impacted by stress, struggling to remain present, notice PTSD or trauma responses, or struggle in your interpersonal or romantic relationships.
Our areas of focus include trauma, substance use issues, couples therapy, perinatal and postpartum anxiety, mood disorders, grief, anxiety and depression.
We are a private practice dedicated to supporting youth, adults, and couples. We are located in downtown Dartmouth, and offer in-person and virtual services to individuals across Nova Scotia.
You may benefit from support if you are negatively impacted by stress, struggling to remain present, notice PTSD or trauma responses, or struggle in your interpersonal or romantic relationships.
My areas of clinical focus include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, relationship and sexual challenges, and existential concerns related to identity, purpose in life, and legacy.
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.
My areas of clinical focus include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, relationship and sexual challenges, and existential concerns related to identity, purpose in life, and legacy.
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.
Whether you are navigating grief, loss and bereavement, looking to build resilience, set healthy boundaries, and/or create a fulfilling life that aligns with your personal values – Katelyn is here to support you.
Katelyn has experience providing support to individuals navigating an array of life challenges, including the complexities of chronic illness, cultural expectations and/or personal growth. She works from an anti-oppressive, holistic lens; one that considers many aspects of a person’s life when navigating their wellbeing.
Whether you are navigating grief, loss and bereavement, looking to build resilience, set healthy boundaries, and/or create a fulfilling life that aligns with your personal values – Katelyn is here to support you.
Katelyn has experience providing support to individuals navigating an array of life challenges, including the complexities of chronic illness, cultural expectations and/or personal growth. She works from an anti-oppressive, holistic lens; one that considers many aspects of a person’s life when navigating their wellbeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
They may have a past history of trauma or grief, or perhaps they are presently struggling with symptoms of ADHD, life changes, or a breakdown of a key relationship.
I can help with grief, trauma, stress, life changes, helping with ADHD, helping couples and families, and life planning. I draw from many theories such as EMDR, ACT, EFT, and narrative therapy. I use a client centred approach, so while I will be there with you for your journey, you will always be in control of the route we take.
They may have a past history of trauma or grief, or perhaps they are presently struggling with symptoms of ADHD, life changes, or a breakdown of a key relationship.
I can help with grief, trauma, stress, life changes, helping with ADHD, helping couples and families, and life planning. I draw from many theories such as EMDR, ACT, EFT, and narrative therapy. I use a client centred approach, so while I will be there with you for your journey, you will always be in control of the route we take.
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Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.