Personality Disorders Therapists in Dartmouth, NS
My heart goes out to everyone as we recover from the pandemic. Grief, loss, and change can make it difficult to adjust and move forward. I am passionate about helping others heal so that they can live their best lives. I am a good listener who is empathetic, compassionate and understanding without judgement. Reach out today, consider me as someone willing to be a part of your individual care and wellness.
My heart goes out to everyone as we recover from the pandemic. Grief, loss, and change can make it difficult to adjust and move forward. I am passionate about helping others heal so that they can live their best lives. I am a good listener who is empathetic, compassionate and understanding without judgement. Reach out today, consider me as someone willing to be a part of your individual care and wellness.
Dr. Pamela M. Yates is a Forensic Psychologist specializing in evidence-based assessment and treatment of adults in conflict with the law. Dr. Yates translates research and theory into individualized assessments and treatment plans that are client-centered and evidence-informed. She follows positive psychological and cognitive-behavioural approaches. Dr. Yates also provides specialized consultation and training services in assessment and interventions in criminal justice settings internationally, and is the author of numerous resources.
Dr. Pamela M. Yates is a Forensic Psychologist specializing in evidence-based assessment and treatment of adults in conflict with the law. Dr. Yates translates research and theory into individualized assessments and treatment plans that are client-centered and evidence-informed. She follows positive psychological and cognitive-behavioural approaches. Dr. Yates also provides specialized consultation and training services in assessment and interventions in criminal justice settings internationally, and is the author of numerous resources.
When we reflect on our lives, we each have our own unique set of experiences. These experiences and the interconnections between our biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors shape who we are as an individual. Exposures to different types of events at times can be difficult to process and work through on our own. My goal is to advocate for my clients by developing appropriate supports and maintaining an inclusive and culturally sensitive space, that welcomes individuals from all walks of life.
When we reflect on our lives, we each have our own unique set of experiences. These experiences and the interconnections between our biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors shape who we are as an individual. Exposures to different types of events at times can be difficult to process and work through on our own. My goal is to advocate for my clients by developing appropriate supports and maintaining an inclusive and culturally sensitive space, that welcomes individuals from all walks of life.
Jessie works with adults and seniors who are experiencing various challenges. Sessions are currently available in person and online. Jessie takes an integrative approach to counselling by collaborates with her clients to create a treatment plan that is suited to her clients’ unique goals and values.
Jessie works with adults and seniors who are experiencing various challenges. Sessions are currently available in person and online. Jessie takes an integrative approach to counselling by collaborates with her clients to create a treatment plan that is suited to her clients’ unique goals and values.
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.
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.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of past experiences or current challenges and are seeking a supportive, collaborative space to work through them, I’m here to help. I believe my clients are not problems to be solved and that they already hold many of the tools needed for growth. Sometimes life’s obstacles and experiences can make it hard to access these skills or insights. Together, we’ll explore ways to reconnect with yourself and live in alignment with your values and strengths.
I am licensed to practice in Ontario, Nova Scotia and can provide virtual care to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of past experiences or current challenges and are seeking a supportive, collaborative space to work through them, I’m here to help. I believe my clients are not problems to be solved and that they already hold many of the tools needed for growth. Sometimes life’s obstacles and experiences can make it hard to access these skills or insights. Together, we’ll explore ways to reconnect with yourself and live in alignment with your values and strengths.
I am licensed to practice in Ontario, Nova Scotia and can provide virtual care to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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.
The way I view human beings is that every person's life has three aspects: public, private, and inner life. Public life is what the world sees; private life is shared with close ones; but the inner life is known only to ourselves. It holds our deepest thoughts, feelings, and desires often left unspoken. We may feel confused or overwhelmed without a space to express these emotions. That’s where a therapist comes in who is not just a professional, but a compassionate companion. A therapist listens without judgment, helps us understand our emotions, and guides us toward clarity, healing, and self-awareness.
The way I view human beings is that every person's life has three aspects: public, private, and inner life. Public life is what the world sees; private life is shared with close ones; but the inner life is known only to ourselves. It holds our deepest thoughts, feelings, and desires often left unspoken. We may feel confused or overwhelmed without a space to express these emotions. That’s where a therapist comes in who is not just a professional, but a compassionate companion. A therapist listens without judgment, helps us understand our emotions, and guides us toward clarity, healing, and self-awareness.
We take the guesswork out of finding the right therapist. We understand that starting therapy can feel overwhelming and choosing someone who is the right fit adds even more pressure. That’s why we’ve designed our process to make it easier. From your very first inquiry, our team listens carefully and helps match you with a therapist who best aligns with your needs, goals, and personality. The relationship between therapist and client is at the heart of meaningful change, we believe fit matters most. You don’t have to navigate this decision alone we’re here to walk with you, making the process clear, supportive, and tailored to you.
We take the guesswork out of finding the right therapist. We understand that starting therapy can feel overwhelming and choosing someone who is the right fit adds even more pressure. That’s why we’ve designed our process to make it easier. From your very first inquiry, our team listens carefully and helps match you with a therapist who best aligns with your needs, goals, and personality. The relationship between therapist and client is at the heart of meaningful change, we believe fit matters most. You don’t have to navigate this decision alone we’re here to walk with you, making the process clear, supportive, and tailored to you.
I invite you practice a few deep breaths as you reflect on aspects of your journey that led you to this page. Have you been feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Exhausted or drained? Perhaps seeking to to learn new coping tools or wanting to develop your self-care practices? When we bottle up emotions and feel disconnected to both ourselves and others it can be difficult to access healing, recovery, and growth. Counselling can provide a space to press pause from busyness or turmoil. Seeking a safe space to rest. reflect, and to feel restored.
I invite you practice a few deep breaths as you reflect on aspects of your journey that led you to this page. Have you been feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Exhausted or drained? Perhaps seeking to to learn new coping tools or wanting to develop your self-care practices? When we bottle up emotions and feel disconnected to both ourselves and others it can be difficult to access healing, recovery, and growth. Counselling can provide a space to press pause from busyness or turmoil. Seeking a safe space to rest. reflect, and to feel restored.
My clients are often children(5yrs+), adolescents, or young adults who are having difficulties with anxiety, emotion regulation, attachment difficulties, trauma, or general mental health challenges. Often my work with young children also involves working alongside parents to ensure that their child is being supported in all areas of their life.
My clients are often children(5yrs+), adolescents, or young adults who are having difficulties with anxiety, emotion regulation, attachment difficulties, trauma, or general mental health challenges. Often my work with young children also involves working alongside parents to ensure that their child is being supported in all areas of their life.
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.
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.
Life can feel like a lot to handle, especially when navigating relationship shifts. Whether it's the emotional toll of divorce, the strain of separation, the heartbreak of infidelity, or the complexities of parenting and communication, it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. The weight of external pressures often makes it hard to prioritize your emotional health. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through these challenging moments, helping you find lasting and meaningful change. My practice is neurodiverse-affirmative, fostering a space of warmth, acceptance, and curiosity.
Life can feel like a lot to handle, especially when navigating relationship shifts. Whether it's the emotional toll of divorce, the strain of separation, the heartbreak of infidelity, or the complexities of parenting and communication, it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. The weight of external pressures often makes it hard to prioritize your emotional health. As a therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through these challenging moments, helping you find lasting and meaningful change. My practice is neurodiverse-affirmative, fostering a space of warmth, acceptance, and curiosity.
Hi. I'm Jess (she/they). I am a queer, genderqueer parent, and I have lived experience in non-traditional relationship dynamics. All these experiences come together to inform not only my practice of counselling, but also my understanding of the complexities of humanity and the uniqueness of every individual client that I see. I enjoy making space for clients' neurodivergence in my practice, working with clients through issues that arise in consensual and ethical non-monogamy, navigating dynamics, boundaries, and stigma as a part of kink communities, as well as identity exploration, and parenting in non-traditional family dynamics.
Hi. I'm Jess (she/they). I am a queer, genderqueer parent, and I have lived experience in non-traditional relationship dynamics. All these experiences come together to inform not only my practice of counselling, but also my understanding of the complexities of humanity and the uniqueness of every individual client that I see. I enjoy making space for clients' neurodivergence in my practice, working with clients through issues that arise in consensual and ethical non-monogamy, navigating dynamics, boundaries, and stigma as a part of kink communities, as well as identity exploration, and parenting in non-traditional family dynamics.
I specialize in couples work, individual, and supervision for new counsellors. If you decide to connect with me, I will work to build a strong counselling relationship and support you to make change happen . I use a Somatic approach which considers how your nervous system works, the effects of trauma / PTSD, and focuses on balancing the mind / body system. I also use a Narrative therapy approach considering identity and meaning making. Finally I incorporate Psychoanalytic theory and practice to consider life long human development.
I specialize in couples work, individual, and supervision for new counsellors. If you decide to connect with me, I will work to build a strong counselling relationship and support you to make change happen . I use a Somatic approach which considers how your nervous system works, the effects of trauma / PTSD, and focuses on balancing the mind / body system. I also use a Narrative therapy approach considering identity and meaning making. Finally I incorporate Psychoanalytic theory and practice to consider life long human development.
I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults struggling with issues such as trauma, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, and religious conflict. I work with individuals and couples. I am committed to creating a safe space for clients of different gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and people with different types of romantic and/or sexual relationships. I take a collaborative, feminist, and empathetic approach, ensuring I am providing evidence-based treatment. Additionally, I offer assessments for adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults struggling with issues such as trauma, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, and religious conflict. I work with individuals and couples. I am committed to creating a safe space for clients of different gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and people with different types of romantic and/or sexual relationships. I take a collaborative, feminist, and empathetic approach, ensuring I am providing evidence-based treatment. Additionally, I offer assessments for adults for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I regularly work with individuals, teens (16 and up), and adults, as well as couples and families. They face challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, and perfectionism as well as general mental health concerns. These clients seek to improve their overall mental well-being, enhance self-esteem, and manage their perfectionist tendencies. Couples and families aim to improve communication, manage conflicts more effectively, and strengthen their connections. Their ultimate goal is to achieve a balanced, fulfilling life with healthier relationships and a stronger sense of self.
I regularly work with individuals, teens (16 and up), and adults, as well as couples and families. They face challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, and perfectionism as well as general mental health concerns. These clients seek to improve their overall mental well-being, enhance self-esteem, and manage their perfectionist tendencies. Couples and families aim to improve communication, manage conflicts more effectively, and strengthen their connections. Their ultimate goal is to achieve a balanced, fulfilling life with healthier relationships and a stronger sense of self.
Accepting New Clients! No Waitlist!
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns you want to change? You don’t have to face it alone. I offer warm, respectful counselling in Dartmouth, helping individuals and couples find clarity, balance, and practical steps forward. I believe you are the expert in your own life and will work with you to build on your strengths and create meaningful change. Together, we can navigate challenges and help you move toward the relief and confidence you deserve.
Accepting New Clients! No Waitlist!
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns you want to change? You don’t have to face it alone. I offer warm, respectful counselling in Dartmouth, helping individuals and couples find clarity, balance, and practical steps forward. I believe you are the expert in your own life and will work with you to build on your strengths and create meaningful change. Together, we can navigate challenges and help you move toward the relief and confidence you deserve.
It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society. -Krishnamurti Although things are getting better in some regards, outdated societal pressures and norms, as well as modern technology and newly implemented ways of living are weighing heavy on many of us. Anxiety is at an all-time peak, addiction continues to climb and although we have more comforts than at any time in history, we are increasingly unhappy. If you're feeling the strain of this, want to connect to something deeper within yourself, or are finding yourself more dysregulated than ever (with all the associated difficulties), let's connect.
It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society. -Krishnamurti Although things are getting better in some regards, outdated societal pressures and norms, as well as modern technology and newly implemented ways of living are weighing heavy on many of us. Anxiety is at an all-time peak, addiction continues to climb and although we have more comforts than at any time in history, we are increasingly unhappy. If you're feeling the strain of this, want to connect to something deeper within yourself, or are finding yourself more dysregulated than ever (with all the associated difficulties), let's connect.
At Your Counselling Ltd, one of our core values is supporting individuals and families in achieving balance, resilience, and overall wellbeing. As a team of dedicated and compassionate mental health professionals, we believe in the power of support, personal reflection, and meaningful connection to help clients navigate life’s challenges and recover from adversity. Our collective approach is grounded in collaboration, respect, and trust. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience, our therapists engage clients at all stages of their journey with empathy, insight, and care.
At Your Counselling Ltd, one of our core values is supporting individuals and families in achieving balance, resilience, and overall wellbeing. As a team of dedicated and compassionate mental health professionals, we believe in the power of support, personal reflection, and meaningful connection to help clients navigate life’s challenges and recover from adversity. Our collective approach is grounded in collaboration, respect, and trust. Drawing on both professional expertise and lived experience, our therapists engage clients at all stages of their journey with empathy, insight, and care.
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What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.