Sports Performance Therapists in Dartmouth, NS

As a solution focused therapist, I meet clients where they are in their life and growth journey, seek strengths and skills already present and help them take control back of their lives and performance. Seeded in 17 years of Sports Mental skills performance, my therapeutic approach assists clients in all aspects of their lives to build agency, confidence, and increased motivation to change.

I am a Psychologist (Candidate Register) who provides sport psychology services to adolescent and adult athletes. I also work with individuals experiencing a variety of mental health difficulties including: eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating), body image concerns, anxiety disorders (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder), obsessive- compulsive disorder, and depression.

Are you an athlete looking for support? Some of the work I do, but am not limited to, surrounds performance anxiety, game preparation, habit/routine formation, and building confidence/self-esteem. I've also experienced working on topics such as grief and loss, depression, and anxiety.

Has depression cast a shadow over you, sapping your energy, joy, and motivation to engage in activities you once enjoyed? Perhaps you're grappling with anxiety, experiencing racing thoughts, or a constant sense of unease? Are you struggling with ADHD, having difficulty staying organized, managing time, or maintaining focus? Are you dealing with grief, the deep ache of loss, and the overwhelming emotions that accompany it? Are you facing communication challenges, conflict, or struggling to connect with your loved ones? Do you long for healthier, more fulfilling relationships built on trust, understanding, and mutual support?

My primary aim in therapy is to guide and empower clients to enact meaningful changes in their lives with the ultimate goal of reducing suffering and improving quality of life. My approach is collaborative and non-judgemental, with a focus on understanding together how the way we think, behave, or relate to others can sometimes interfere with living a full and meaningful life. I strive to bring my authenticity, humour, and curiosity into my work. I am committed to maintaining a culturally-responsive approach to the work that I do, and welcome clients from racialized and historically marginalized backgrounds.

My areas of expertise include the treatment of depression, anxiety (e.g social anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias), obsessive-compulsive disorder and related disorders (e.g. body dysmorphia, trichotillomania), bipolar disorder, trauma, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, grief and loss, acculturation stress and difficult life transitions. I work towards helping you cope with difficult thoughts, intense emotions and unhelpful behaviours, along with strengthening your interpersonal functioning. My approaches include cognitive, behavioural, mindfulness, interpersonal and attachment-focused therapies.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

Dr. Joel Town is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Dalhousie University, and the founder of Dynamic Health Psychological Services. He also works at the Centre for Emotions and Health, QE-II Hospital, as the clinical lead for Medically Unexplained Symptoms. Dr. Town brings over a decade of experience working with adults and young adults who experience a range of mental and emotional health difficulties, workplace stress, trauma, and relationship problems. Dynamic Health Psychological Services is a specialized psychotherapy centre with a skilled team, committed to providing effective patient centred care.

If you're struggling - feeling stuck, you know something needs to change, or can't seem to figure your way - you're so welcome here. I won't look for what is wrong with you; rather I will support you in finding the way back to yourself so you can navigate through with ease.