Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
I have worked in the public P-12 school system and provided services to children, adolescents, and young adults in the areas of learning difficulties, ADHD, study skills, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders. I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Using ABA, I work with parents, families, and caregivers on managing complex behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. My treatment approach draws upon ABA and Cognitive-Behavioral techniques.
I have worked in the public P-12 school system and provided services to children, adolescents, and young adults in the areas of learning difficulties, ADHD, study skills, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders. I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Using ABA, I work with parents, families, and caregivers on managing complex behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. My treatment approach draws upon ABA and Cognitive-Behavioral techniques.
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.
Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself under the weight of responsibilities? You hold it all together — family, work, relationships — but inside, you’re running on empty. Maybe you're navigating the complexities of 'adulting' or transitioning through mid-life, facing cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing that keep you disconnected and unsure about how to break free from these patterns. I specialize in helping clients reconnect with their true selves, release old patterns of anxiety, self-sacrifice, and emotional overwhelm, creating healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself under the weight of responsibilities? You hold it all together — family, work, relationships — but inside, you’re running on empty. Maybe you're navigating the complexities of 'adulting' or transitioning through mid-life, facing cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing that keep you disconnected and unsure about how to break free from these patterns. I specialize in helping clients reconnect with their true selves, release old patterns of anxiety, self-sacrifice, and emotional overwhelm, creating healthier relationships with themselves and others.
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.
Hello, my name is Lindsey MacDonald. I am originally from Cape Breton Island and have lived in Halifax for over two decades. I have been working with youth, adolescents, and families for close to 20 years in various roles within the education system such as a Student Support/Learning Centre Teacher, Transition Support Teacher, and currently as a School Counsellor. I hold a Masters Degree in Education in Counselling, a Masters Degree in Education in Leadership & Administration (with a focus on mental health), and a Masters Degree in Education in Curriculum Studies (Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities).
Hello, my name is Lindsey MacDonald. I am originally from Cape Breton Island and have lived in Halifax for over two decades. I have been working with youth, adolescents, and families for close to 20 years in various roles within the education system such as a Student Support/Learning Centre Teacher, Transition Support Teacher, and currently as a School Counsellor. I hold a Masters Degree in Education in Counselling, a Masters Degree in Education in Leadership & Administration (with a focus on mental health), and a Masters Degree in Education in Curriculum Studies (Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities).
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. DPS works collaboratively with the 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. DPS works collaboratively with the Breathe Mindfulness Centre, which specializes in offering mindfulness and compassion-based classes, workshops and group programs.
Hi! I'm Heather (she/her/elle), a Social Worker Candidate and Therapist based practicing in Dartmouth, NS. I work with kids, teens, young adults, adults and families using a queer affirming approach. My approach is an eclectic one using approaches such as narrative therapy, parts work, play and creative arts therapies, and most importantly a relational approach to therapy. My goal is to meet my clients where they are at, so if you want to draw, craft, walk around, or even sit on the floor during our sessions, let's do it!
Hi! I'm Heather (she/her/elle), a Social Worker Candidate and Therapist based practicing in Dartmouth, NS. I work with kids, teens, young adults, adults and families using a queer affirming approach. My approach is an eclectic one using approaches such as narrative therapy, parts work, play and creative arts therapies, and most importantly a relational approach to therapy. My goal is to meet my clients where they are at, so if you want to draw, craft, walk around, or even sit on the floor during our sessions, let's do it!
Accepting New Clients. Your mental health is a priority, your inner peace is essential and your self care is a necessity. I offer professional counselling services to ease some of the difficulties you may be experiencing. I have experience working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and more.
Accepting New Clients. Your mental health is a priority, your inner peace is essential and your self care is a necessity. I offer professional counselling services to ease some of the difficulties you may be experiencing. I have experience working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and more.
Hi there, I'm Tanya. I enjoy supporting youth to Millennials who are facing stress, anxiety, depression and ADHD, amongst a variety of other emotional difficulties. Life has been difficult, especially throughout these unprecedented times, and can result in troubles with worrying, focus and attention, low self-esteem, feelings of isolation, and overwhelming negative thoughts. It's not easy. The good news is that despite these difficulties, counselling can help turn the tide around; it offers a safe space to gain new insights, coping skills, and confidence to overcome challenges and start feeling better.
Hi there, I'm Tanya. I enjoy supporting youth to Millennials who are facing stress, anxiety, depression and ADHD, amongst a variety of other emotional difficulties. Life has been difficult, especially throughout these unprecedented times, and can result in troubles with worrying, focus and attention, low self-esteem, feelings of isolation, and overwhelming negative thoughts. It's not easy. The good news is that despite these difficulties, counselling can help turn the tide around; it offers a safe space to gain new insights, coping skills, and confidence to overcome challenges and start feeling better.
None of us deserve to face life feeling alone. You deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through whatever comes your way; and a place to gain tools that you can use to live every day to the fullest. Perhaps you have a child who is learning to work through their emotions, or you are a young person having a hard time at school or at home. Maybe you are a parent looking to find ways to connect with your child(ren) differently than you are now or you're an adult who is about to go through a big life transition and want a listening ear.
None of us deserve to face life feeling alone. You deserve a safe space where you can feel heard; a place to work through whatever comes your way; and a place to gain tools that you can use to live every day to the fullest. Perhaps you have a child who is learning to work through their emotions, or you are a young person having a hard time at school or at home. Maybe you are a parent looking to find ways to connect with your child(ren) differently than you are now or you're an adult who is about to go through a big life transition and want a listening ear.
Hi, I'm Meg!
Growing up with horses and competing in the discipline of English Show jumping, it was a natural lead into my career as a Counsellor and Coach. My focus on growth mindset training and development began when I saw a need for the use of positive language to accomplish goals in the sport and academic settings, professionally and in my personal life.
Focusing on counselling clients who are neuro-diverse is very rewarding. Using equine assisted therapy, alongside other counselling approaches, I get to help clients gather an understanding of where they are at and strategies to get where they want to be.
Hi, I'm Meg!
Growing up with horses and competing in the discipline of English Show jumping, it was a natural lead into my career as a Counsellor and Coach. My focus on growth mindset training and development began when I saw a need for the use of positive language to accomplish goals in the sport and academic settings, professionally and in my personal life.
Focusing on counselling clients who are neuro-diverse is very rewarding. Using equine assisted therapy, alongside other counselling approaches, I get to help clients gather an understanding of where they are at and strategies to get where they want to be.
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.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT). My counselling approach is built on something called unconditional positive regard. I am a non-judgemental listener who likes to use kindness, support and sometimes even humour to build relationships with my clients. We can use a wide range of counselling practices depending on your personal or professional needs. Any person or group wrestling with an aspect of your personal or professional life is welcome to work with me. I have many years of experience in education and professional practice and have helped individuals, families, and businesses solve challenges they are facing.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT). My counselling approach is built on something called unconditional positive regard. I am a non-judgemental listener who likes to use kindness, support and sometimes even humour to build relationships with my clients. We can use a wide range of counselling practices depending on your personal or professional needs. Any person or group wrestling with an aspect of your personal or professional life is welcome to work with me. I have many years of experience in education and professional practice and have helped individuals, families, and businesses solve challenges they are facing.
One of the bravest decisions a person can make is to be open to learning about themselves. It's not always easy to reach out for support, but I'm here to guide you on your journey towards a more positive and fulfilling life. I focus on what is of value to you in my counselling approach, where we work as a team to determine the best way to move forward in achieving your mental health and wellness goals. Together, we'll build on your existing resources within your social and cultural world, learn new ways of coping, and uncover strengths you may not be aware that you have; all to empower you to overcome adversity in your life.
One of the bravest decisions a person can make is to be open to learning about themselves. It's not always easy to reach out for support, but I'm here to guide you on your journey towards a more positive and fulfilling life. I focus on what is of value to you in my counselling approach, where we work as a team to determine the best way to move forward in achieving your mental health and wellness goals. Together, we'll build on your existing resources within your social and cultural world, learn new ways of coping, and uncover strengths you may not be aware that you have; all to empower you to overcome adversity in your life.
Life is filled with struggles and challenges and they can seem difficult to overcome or even meet. Counselling helps people recognise the strengths that they already have to not only address life's challenges, but come out the other side stronger.
Life is filled with struggles and challenges and they can seem difficult to overcome or even meet. Counselling helps people recognise the strengths that they already have to not only address life's challenges, but come out the other side stronger.
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Accepting Assessment Clients: I work with children, youth, and adults who may have symptoms associated with learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder.
As a school psychologist, with experience in educational, clinical, and health care settings, I believe in finding the strengths in my clients, and using evidence based approaches to help eliminate barriers to their success. I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations that can be used to access appropriate accommodations and supports.
Accepting Assessment Clients: I work with children, youth, and adults who may have symptoms associated with learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder.
As a school psychologist, with experience in educational, clinical, and health care settings, I believe in finding the strengths in my clients, and using evidence based approaches to help eliminate barriers to their success. I provide comprehensive psychological evaluations that can be used to access appropriate accommodations and supports.
In addition to therapy, I also offer WPATH readiness assessments for gender-affirming care and psychoeducational assessments across the lifespan (ages 7-60) for individuals querying diagnoses of learning disorders and ADHD.
I have training in a number of therapeutic approaches including emotion-focused therapy (EFT), cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which I draw from according to my clients needs and goals.
In addition to therapy, I also offer WPATH readiness assessments for gender-affirming care and psychoeducational assessments across the lifespan (ages 7-60) for individuals querying diagnoses of learning disorders and ADHD.
I have training in a number of therapeutic approaches including emotion-focused therapy (EFT), cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which I draw from according to my clients needs and goals.
Grace Phillips-Mckenzie (Neurodivergent Focused)
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about assessing Autism, ADHD, and Learning Disorders.
Hello, I’m Grace with Diamond Psychology, serving Alberta, the Yukon, and Nova Scotia. Have you ever wondered if you have Autism, ADHD or a learning disorder? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of the struggles that you go through in your day-to-day life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can provide you with a detailed assessment to help you figure out what you are struggling with, and work with you to create a therapeutic plan to improve your mental health. I help neurodiverse/neurodivergent individuals like you to discover your identity and unique capabilities through both assessment and therapy.
I am passionate about assessing Autism, ADHD, and Learning Disorders.
Hello, I’m Grace with Diamond Psychology, serving Alberta, the Yukon, and Nova Scotia. Have you ever wondered if you have Autism, ADHD or a learning disorder? Are you looking for a deeper understanding of the struggles that you go through in your day-to-day life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can provide you with a detailed assessment to help you figure out what you are struggling with, and work with you to create a therapeutic plan to improve your mental health. I help neurodiverse/neurodivergent individuals like you to discover your identity and unique capabilities through both assessment and therapy.
Do you struggle with: "I do things that I later regret." "I can't sit still." "Everything seems to distract me." "I read slowly and sometimes the words move on the page." "I avoid crowded places." "I get irritated by sounds." "The lights bother me." "My headaches or dizziness won't go away." We can help you overcome these challenges using a systematic approach. Rehabilitate the brain by focusing on interventions that improve neuroplasticity (the ability of the brain to change itself). Providing cutting-edge rehabilitation such as Neurofeedback to adults suffering from brain based disorders.
Do you struggle with: "I do things that I later regret." "I can't sit still." "Everything seems to distract me." "I read slowly and sometimes the words move on the page." "I avoid crowded places." "I get irritated by sounds." "The lights bother me." "My headaches or dizziness won't go away." We can help you overcome these challenges using a systematic approach. Rehabilitate the brain by focusing on interventions that improve neuroplasticity (the ability of the brain to change itself). Providing cutting-edge rehabilitation such as Neurofeedback to adults suffering from brain based disorders.
Assessment: I work with children (age 10+), adolescents, and adults for learning, attention, and mental health concerns. My goal is to help clients understand why they are experiencing areas of concern/challenge, identify strengths, and provide recommendations for strategies or supports to address areas of difficulty. I do not conduct assessments for court or legal purposes. Therapy: I provide individual therapy for adolescents (age 14+) and young adults related to anxiety/mood, adjusting to life stressors/transitions, managing emotions, and ADHD/executive functioning.
Assessment: I work with children (age 10+), adolescents, and adults for learning, attention, and mental health concerns. My goal is to help clients understand why they are experiencing areas of concern/challenge, identify strengths, and provide recommendations for strategies or supports to address areas of difficulty. I do not conduct assessments for court or legal purposes. Therapy: I provide individual therapy for adolescents (age 14+) and young adults related to anxiety/mood, adjusting to life stressors/transitions, managing emotions, and ADHD/executive functioning.
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How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.