Adults Therapists in Halifax, NS

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Catch the Wave Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3M
I am a seasoned clinician in the field of mental health currently working with adults, couples and families. I am passionate about helping people take committed action towards their values and personal well-being in the face of life's challenges. I see each person as being the expert in their own life experiences.
I am a seasoned clinician in the field of mental health currently working with adults, couples and families. I am passionate about helping people take committed action towards their values and personal well-being in the face of life's challenges. I see each person as being the expert in their own life experiences.
(902) 908-5597 View (902) 908-5597
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Ivy-Lee Kehayes
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); depression; posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as other psychological conditions and concerns (e.g., emotional difficulties, perfectionism, procrastination and low self-esteem).
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); depression; posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as other psychological conditions and concerns (e.g., emotional difficulties, perfectionism, procrastination and low self-esteem).
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Chapman Counselling Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I specialize in supporting children and young adults, especially those facing challenges like school refusal or ADHD.
Feeling Disconnected? Let’s Reconnect! Starting September 2024, I’m accepting new clients—both in person and online. If doom scrolling has left you feeling more disconnected than ever, it’s time to take a different approach. Do you wake up each day hoping for a change but find yourself struggling to connect with your loved ones? If anxiety, depression, loss, or the fear of change is holding you back, I’m here to help.
I specialize in supporting children and young adults, especially those facing challenges like school refusal or ADHD.
Feeling Disconnected? Let’s Reconnect! Starting September 2024, I’m accepting new clients—both in person and online. If doom scrolling has left you feeling more disconnected than ever, it’s time to take a different approach. Do you wake up each day hoping for a change but find yourself struggling to connect with your loved ones? If anxiety, depression, loss, or the fear of change is holding you back, I’m here to help.
(782) 222-7348 View (782) 222-7348
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Amanda A Gouthro
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3S
Waitlist for new clients
I currently offer individual psychological services to adults facing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and other life transitions.
In order to navigate difficult life experiences, people often develop patterns of thinking and behaving that are helpful in those difficult moments. When we keep using these patterns they are often no longer helpful in day-to-day life. Together we can work to uncover patterns that are no longer helping you thrive in your life and ways to start changing them. I use an attachment and trauma-focused approach to therapy to create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted to start their therapy journey.
I currently offer individual psychological services to adults facing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and other life transitions.
In order to navigate difficult life experiences, people often develop patterns of thinking and behaving that are helpful in those difficult moments. When we keep using these patterns they are often no longer helpful in day-to-day life. Together we can work to uncover patterns that are no longer helping you thrive in your life and ways to start changing them. I use an attachment and trauma-focused approach to therapy to create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted to start their therapy journey.
(782) 800-8350 View (782) 800-8350
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Ruby Watts
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3S
I specialize in working with adults aged 18 and above who are experiencing various mental health and relationship concerns.
Life can present us with significant challenges, particularly when we become entrenched in negative patterns. However, I want to emphasize that we can address these challenges collaboratively, and I am committed to providing support throughout this process. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, feeling low, undergoing a life transition, navigating relationships, exploring your identity, building self-esteem, or seeking motivation, I am here to assist you. Together, we can not only address the symptoms you may be facing but also clarify your goals and aspirations. This approach will enable you to engage more positively in your life.
I specialize in working with adults aged 18 and above who are experiencing various mental health and relationship concerns.
Life can present us with significant challenges, particularly when we become entrenched in negative patterns. However, I want to emphasize that we can address these challenges collaboratively, and I am committed to providing support throughout this process. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, feeling low, undergoing a life transition, navigating relationships, exploring your identity, building self-esteem, or seeking motivation, I am here to assist you. Together, we can not only address the symptoms you may be facing but also clarify your goals and aspirations. This approach will enable you to engage more positively in your life.
(782) 825-6655 View (782) 825-6655
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Iain Dolan
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J  (Online Only)
I specialize in (cost-effective!) online assessments for adults who suspect they are autistic.
Looking for an adult autism assessment with a neurodivergent psychologist? Feeling dismissed by people who don’t understand medical trauma or how hard it is to stop masking? You have the right to feel accepted, heard, and believed—even during an assessment! I was “late-diagnosed” and understand how relieving it can be after decades of feeling misunderstood and exhausted. My assessments are thorough and the options were entirely designed by autistic people, who I routinely work with to refine things. You can do the entire assessment from home and take the time you need. Do a FREE self-screen on my site here: www.ndpsych.com
I specialize in (cost-effective!) online assessments for adults who suspect they are autistic.
Looking for an adult autism assessment with a neurodivergent psychologist? Feeling dismissed by people who don’t understand medical trauma or how hard it is to stop masking? You have the right to feel accepted, heard, and believed—even during an assessment! I was “late-diagnosed” and understand how relieving it can be after decades of feeling misunderstood and exhausted. My assessments are thorough and the options were entirely designed by autistic people, who I routinely work with to refine things. You can do the entire assessment from home and take the time you need. Do a FREE self-screen on my site here: www.ndpsych.com
(403) 912-5924 View (403) 912-5924
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Koun Franz
Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
I work with adults, teenagers, and couples and provide treatment for a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to relationship-building.
I am now accepting new clients. ...Each of us has a story we want to be true. What kind of partner/parent/friend do I want to be? What is the work I want to do in the world? What do I want to make more central, and where do I want to learn to let go? How do I navigate this next step? If we're working together, then we’re exploring what matters most to you and how to work with the obstacles that keep you from it. And if you're coming as a couple, then we're working on how to have the kinds of conversations that currently feel out of reach.
I work with adults, teenagers, and couples and provide treatment for a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to relationship-building.
I am now accepting new clients. ...Each of us has a story we want to be true. What kind of partner/parent/friend do I want to be? What is the work I want to do in the world? What do I want to make more central, and where do I want to learn to let go? How do I navigate this next step? If we're working together, then we’re exploring what matters most to you and how to work with the obstacles that keep you from it. And if you're coming as a couple, then we're working on how to have the kinds of conversations that currently feel out of reach.
(782) 312-1134 View (782) 312-1134
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Chidi Maduakolam
Registered Social Worker, BSc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3L
My specialized area includes working with children/adolescents and adults struggling with mental health, stress/anger management, family violence and co-parenting support.
I am glad you found me here. How can I provide a relationship to you that may be used for your personal growth? Many therapists urge clients to change themselves when circumstances cannot change. Our therapeutic relationship will encourage you to focus on controlling your inner life when your outer lives and circumstances are out of control, due to trauma, mental health, intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, and flashbacks/nightmares, which can lead to depression, anxiety, avoidance/maladaptive coping strategies such as addiction. If this sounds like you, I want to work with you to heal past wounds and regain control.
My specialized area includes working with children/adolescents and adults struggling with mental health, stress/anger management, family violence and co-parenting support.
I am glad you found me here. How can I provide a relationship to you that may be used for your personal growth? Many therapists urge clients to change themselves when circumstances cannot change. Our therapeutic relationship will encourage you to focus on controlling your inner life when your outer lives and circumstances are out of control, due to trauma, mental health, intrusive thoughts, cognitive distortions, and flashbacks/nightmares, which can lead to depression, anxiety, avoidance/maladaptive coping strategies such as addiction. If this sounds like you, I want to work with you to heal past wounds and regain control.
(782) 222-6337 View (782) 222-6337
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Ivana Di Cosola -Risework
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or a life transition that has impacted your ability to show up as your usual self? Do you feel overwhelmed, like you need more tools to cope? Maybe you've even lost sight of your value or feel like you don't trust yourself. I support adults as they navigate anxiety and life changes while building their self-worth. I will work with you to understand where you are at and together, at your own pace, we will find a path forward. As part of the team at Risework Therapy, our mission is to provide approachable, effective counselling to support you through life's challenges fostering resilience and growth.
Are you struggling with anxiety or a life transition that has impacted your ability to show up as your usual self? Do you feel overwhelmed, like you need more tools to cope? Maybe you've even lost sight of your value or feel like you don't trust yourself. I support adults as they navigate anxiety and life changes while building their self-worth. I will work with you to understand where you are at and together, at your own pace, we will find a path forward. As part of the team at Risework Therapy, our mission is to provide approachable, effective counselling to support you through life's challenges fostering resilience and growth.
(782) 222-7578 View (782) 222-7578
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Lisa's - Holistic Rehab & Neurofeedback Inc.
Occupational Therapist, OTD
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3M
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 children and 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 children and adults suffering from brain based disorders.
(902) 702-5117 View (902) 702-5117
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Cherie Borden
Counsellor, EdD-C, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
Since 2001, I have worked with youth and young adults in various professional roles and have been a high school counsellor for the past 15 years.
Accepting New Clients: Having supportive individuals in your life can enable you to build confidence, gain insight and assist you to envision and reach your life goals. I work with clients to explore goals and make achievable steps towards them. I have been working as a counsellor for the past 15 years within the Halifax Community. I am an approved therapeutic counsellor for NS Community Services as well as NS Department of Justice to provide Voice of the Child reports. As a long time educator, I am keenly aware of the complex and dynamic nature of education systems and how they impact youth, families and employees.
Since 2001, I have worked with youth and young adults in various professional roles and have been a high school counsellor for the past 15 years.
Accepting New Clients: Having supportive individuals in your life can enable you to build confidence, gain insight and assist you to envision and reach your life goals. I work with clients to explore goals and make achievable steps towards them. I have been working as a counsellor for the past 15 years within the Halifax Community. I am an approved therapeutic counsellor for NS Community Services as well as NS Department of Justice to provide Voice of the Child reports. As a long time educator, I am keenly aware of the complex and dynamic nature of education systems and how they impact youth, families and employees.
(782) 201-1965 View (782) 201-1965
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Alim Awadia
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K  (Online Only)
He has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in hospital and community settings. His areas of specialty are in the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders and psychosis. His main treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), but also offers Psychodynamic Psychotherapy where appropriate.
He has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in hospital and community settings. His areas of specialty are in the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders and psychosis. His main treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), but also offers Psychodynamic Psychotherapy where appropriate.
(782) 400-6416 View (782) 400-6416
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Spirit Psychological
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3N
Waitlist for new clients
I am excited to begin seeing adults over age 25 years, couples and families for counselling after my graduation with an MEd in Counselling (Acadia University), Spring 2020.
With over twenty years’ experience in both the public and private sectors, I enjoy helping children, teens and young adults achieve wellness and authentic living. I provide assessment services for various learning, behavioural and attentional challenges as well as screening and support for suspected mental health issues. Counselling therapy is quite central to my practice, as is continuing consultation and advocacy post-assessment.
I am excited to begin seeing adults over age 25 years, couples and families for counselling after my graduation with an MEd in Counselling (Acadia University), Spring 2020.
With over twenty years’ experience in both the public and private sectors, I enjoy helping children, teens and young adults achieve wellness and authentic living. I provide assessment services for various learning, behavioural and attentional challenges as well as screening and support for suspected mental health issues. Counselling therapy is quite central to my practice, as is continuing consultation and advocacy post-assessment.
(902) 905-2579 View (902) 905-2579
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Kathryn Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidance and difficulties eating) and body image concerns. I also work with adults who experience anxiety (social anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder, health anxiety), posttraumatic stress disorder, insomnia, depression, and emotional difficulties related to reproductive milestones (pregnancy, menopause).
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidance and difficulties eating) and body image concerns. I also work with adults who experience anxiety (social anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder, health anxiety), posttraumatic stress disorder, insomnia, depression, and emotional difficulties related to reproductive milestones (pregnancy, menopause).
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Maeve MacDougall With Scotia Psychological Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K  (Online Only)
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to support you to make positive changes, enhance your wellbeing, and feel resilient and empowered. I work with older adolescents and adults coping with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, psychosis (including voice hearing), obsessive-compulsive disorder, attentional and focus challenges (including ADHD), attachment challenges, chronic health issues, grief, loss, adjustment to major life transitions, daily stressors and relationship issues.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to support you to make positive changes, enhance your wellbeing, and feel resilient and empowered. I work with older adolescents and adults coping with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, psychosis (including voice hearing), obsessive-compulsive disorder, attentional and focus challenges (including ADHD), attachment challenges, chronic health issues, grief, loss, adjustment to major life transitions, daily stressors and relationship issues.
(782) 400-0445 View (782) 400-0445
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Joe Savidge
Counsellor, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
An early influence on my career involved several years working on a paediatric hospital ward; today, working with youth and adults, I continue to find success by drawing on the playful curiosity, and compassionate empathy, that helped me there.
Sometimes our problems seem to take on a life of their own; they can drag us down, even paralyzing us under a weight of sadness and worry. Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you are struggling to cope. If this sounds like you, we can talk. With years of experience in clinical healthcare and university-counselling settings, I am adept at working with a wide range of mental health and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties. I offer in-office, outdoor, virtual, and phone-based therapy sessions, through Wolf Counselling Therapy (WolfCT.ca).
An early influence on my career involved several years working on a paediatric hospital ward; today, working with youth and adults, I continue to find success by drawing on the playful curiosity, and compassionate empathy, that helped me there.
Sometimes our problems seem to take on a life of their own; they can drag us down, even paralyzing us under a weight of sadness and worry. Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you are struggling to cope. If this sounds like you, we can talk. With years of experience in clinical healthcare and university-counselling settings, I am adept at working with a wide range of mental health and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties. I offer in-office, outdoor, virtual, and phone-based therapy sessions, through Wolf Counselling Therapy (WolfCT.ca).
(782) 400-0330 View (782) 400-0330
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Dr Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
Therapy is Provided forTeens, Adults, Couples and Families for: Depression, Loss and Grief, Anxiety, PTSD/Traumatic Stress, Stress Management, Parenting Difficulties, Couple Conflict, Separation and Divorce, Work / Career Problems, Career Counseling, Workplace Conflict / Stress, Coping with Disability/Chronic Illness, Aging.
For more than 33 years, Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates has provided compassionate, effective, and individualized therapy to thousands of clients. The associate therapists have been carefully chosen by Dr. Woulff for their excellent training and specialized areas of practice. All Associates have over 15 years professional experience.
Therapy is Provided forTeens, Adults, Couples and Families for: Depression, Loss and Grief, Anxiety, PTSD/Traumatic Stress, Stress Management, Parenting Difficulties, Couple Conflict, Separation and Divorce, Work / Career Problems, Career Counseling, Workplace Conflict / Stress, Coping with Disability/Chronic Illness, Aging.
For more than 33 years, Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates has provided compassionate, effective, and individualized therapy to thousands of clients. The associate therapists have been carefully chosen by Dr. Woulff for their excellent training and specialized areas of practice. All Associates have over 15 years professional experience.
(902) 901-5352 View (902) 901-5352
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Dr. Kayla Truswell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
Truswell has training in a number of treatment modalities, although she primarily uses Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) when working with adults and adolescents.
Dr. Kayla Truswell is a registered psychologist who completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Saskatchewan. She has generalist clinical training in assessment, consultation, and treatment of individuals across the lifespan with a variety of psychological conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, somatic disorders, and personality disorders. Dr. Truswell also has clinical training and experience completing comprehensive psychological evaluations. She is proficient in several assessment contexts, including psychodiagnostic evaluations, cognitive assessments, and psychoeducational assessments.
Truswell has training in a number of treatment modalities, although she primarily uses Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) when working with adults and adolescents.
Dr. Kayla Truswell is a registered psychologist who completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Saskatchewan. She has generalist clinical training in assessment, consultation, and treatment of individuals across the lifespan with a variety of psychological conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, somatic disorders, and personality disorders. Dr. Truswell also has clinical training and experience completing comprehensive psychological evaluations. She is proficient in several assessment contexts, including psychodiagnostic evaluations, cognitive assessments, and psychoeducational assessments.
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Claire Benade
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J  (Online Only)
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from a client-centered, strength-based framework.
I'm so glad you are here! I know how hard taking the first step in your mental health can be, but you are one step closer to getting back to your best self. I am passionate about the work I do, and feel that building rapport with clients allows for the most growth and success. I strive to ensure that my clients feel they are heard, understood and feel they are in a non-judgemental space to express all their thoughts and feelings. I am currently accepting new clients seeking individual therapy and specialize in children and adolescents, perinatal mental health and parent support and coaching.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from a client-centered, strength-based framework.
I'm so glad you are here! I know how hard taking the first step in your mental health can be, but you are one step closer to getting back to your best self. I am passionate about the work I do, and feel that building rapport with clients allows for the most growth and success. I strive to ensure that my clients feel they are heard, understood and feel they are in a non-judgemental space to express all their thoughts and feelings. I am currently accepting new clients seeking individual therapy and specialize in children and adolescents, perinatal mental health and parent support and coaching.
(782) 825-6565 View (782) 825-6565
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Ainsley Lofstedt
Psychologist (Candidate Register), MA
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
I have a special interest and training in working with couples and individuals experiencing sexual concerns. Specifically, I work with concerns around pain during intercourse (i.e. vaginismus, vulvodynia, and provoked vestibulodynia), desire discrepancies in couples, difficulty achieving orgasm, or achieving/maintaining an erection, premature ejaculation, etc. Additionally, I work individually with adults experiencing relationship distress, communication difficulties, developmental trauma, low self-esteem, stress and burnout, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
I have a special interest and training in working with couples and individuals experiencing sexual concerns. Specifically, I work with concerns around pain during intercourse (i.e. vaginismus, vulvodynia, and provoked vestibulodynia), desire discrepancies in couples, difficulty achieving orgasm, or achieving/maintaining an erection, premature ejaculation, etc. Additionally, I work individually with adults experiencing relationship distress, communication difficulties, developmental trauma, low self-esteem, stress and burnout, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
(782) 222-8024 View (782) 222-8024
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