Anxiety Therapists in Halifax, NS
I also work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, perfectionism, impulsivity, and difficulties with emotion regulation.
I use evidence-based therapies, tailored to your individual needs and goals, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and schema therapy when appropriate.
I also work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, perfectionism, impulsivity, and difficulties with emotion regulation.
I use evidence-based therapies, tailored to your individual needs and goals, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and schema therapy when appropriate.
Specializing in Couples, Addiction & Anxiety .
For Individually therapy, you can expect 50 minute sessions (allowing for 10 minutes of documentation & planning for follow up session). For Couples Therapy, you can expect 60 minute sessions (allowing for 20 minutes of documentation & planning). I pride myself on being prepared for sessions providing quality care making the best use of your time.
Specializing in Couples, Addiction & Anxiety .
For Individually therapy, you can expect 50 minute sessions (allowing for 10 minutes of documentation & planning for follow up session). For Couples Therapy, you can expect 60 minute sessions (allowing for 20 minutes of documentation & planning). I pride myself on being prepared for sessions providing quality care making the best use of your time.
I also work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), insomnia, depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and concerns related to reproductive life stages, including pregnancy and menopause.
I primarily use evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), with treatment tailored to your individual needs and goals. My approach is collaborative and focused on helping you develop practical strategies for meaningful and lasting change.
I also work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), insomnia, depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and concerns related to reproductive life stages, including pregnancy and menopause.
I primarily use evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), with treatment tailored to your individual needs and goals. My approach is collaborative and focused on helping you develop practical strategies for meaningful and lasting change.
You might be navigating ADHD, anxiety, or depression and feeling out of step with everyone around you.
With a Master of Education and a Master of Counselling Psychology, I bring a unique lens to ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I focus on coping strategies for big emotions, navigating scheduling and daily demands, and behavioural activation. We work on understanding your nervous system first, then build practical tools that actually fit your life.
You might be navigating ADHD, anxiety, or depression and feeling out of step with everyone around you.
With a Master of Education and a Master of Counselling Psychology, I bring a unique lens to ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I focus on coping strategies for big emotions, navigating scheduling and daily demands, and behavioural activation. We work on understanding your nervous system first, then build practical tools that actually fit your life.
Whether you feel small, anxious, depressed or have issues with addictions, disconnected or full of resentment, I can help reconnect you to self-worth and wisdom.
Do you find your life too vacuous? Are you hoping to find deeper meaning and more connection with your deepest Self and have more meaningful relationships? Have you thought that there is something wrong with you? In our disconnected dopamine-seeking society, we have lost touch with our basic goodness and our deep yearnings for closeness. We think that we need to put up a brave face, or we give up before even trying. We don't trust our intuition, having lost touch with following our gut. We look for distractions to dull our often unacknowledged pain, our uncertainty what life is about. Our existential angst has become medicalized.
Whether you feel small, anxious, depressed or have issues with addictions, disconnected or full of resentment, I can help reconnect you to self-worth and wisdom.
Do you find your life too vacuous? Are you hoping to find deeper meaning and more connection with your deepest Self and have more meaningful relationships? Have you thought that there is something wrong with you? In our disconnected dopamine-seeking society, we have lost touch with our basic goodness and our deep yearnings for closeness. We think that we need to put up a brave face, or we give up before even trying. We don't trust our intuition, having lost touch with following our gut. We look for distractions to dull our often unacknowledged pain, our uncertainty what life is about. Our existential angst has become medicalized.
You might be navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, or a life transition that has left you feeling stuck or unsure of yourself.
I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP, IFS, and Solution-Focused Therapy, selecting what fits each person rather than following a single model. With a background in both research and clinical settings, I bring a grounded, evidence-based approach to helping clients build resilience and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
You might be navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, or a life transition that has left you feeling stuck or unsure of yourself.
I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP, IFS, and Solution-Focused Therapy, selecting what fits each person rather than following a single model. With a background in both research and clinical settings, I bring a grounded, evidence-based approach to helping clients build resilience and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
We treat a wide array of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, PTSD, parenting challenges, Autism, ADHD, among other issues.
Have sexual abuse experience, intimate partner violence, or attachment wounds left you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsafe? Are you struggling to cope with the emotional impact of past trauma while trying to move forward in daily life? As a Counsellor, and EMDR-trained therapist, I specialize in supporting newcomers, veterans, Indigenous populations, and trauma survivors through the complex challenges of healing and recovery. Whether you're navigating PTSD, attachment trauma, emotional pain, or relational difficulties, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs.
We treat a wide array of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, PTSD, parenting challenges, Autism, ADHD, among other issues.
Have sexual abuse experience, intimate partner violence, or attachment wounds left you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsafe? Are you struggling to cope with the emotional impact of past trauma while trying to move forward in daily life? As a Counsellor, and EMDR-trained therapist, I specialize in supporting newcomers, veterans, Indigenous populations, and trauma survivors through the complex challenges of healing and recovery. Whether you're navigating PTSD, attachment trauma, emotional pain, or relational difficulties, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs.
My work aims to support clients in deepening self-awareness and identifying what may be getting in the way of living intentionally. Together, we’ll create a roadmap that moves away from current stressors, triggers, and repeated patterns toward a life that feels more meaningful and balanced. Throughout our work, we’ll explore the patterns that may be affecting your life today while focusing on practical ways to support greater resilience, balance, and a sense of purpose. Healing doesn’t always require revisiting the past - we can work with what’s happening in your life now.
My work aims to support clients in deepening self-awareness and identifying what may be getting in the way of living intentionally. Together, we’ll create a roadmap that moves away from current stressors, triggers, and repeated patterns toward a life that feels more meaningful and balanced. Throughout our work, we’ll explore the patterns that may be affecting your life today while focusing on practical ways to support greater resilience, balance, and a sense of purpose. Healing doesn’t always require revisiting the past - we can work with what’s happening in your life now.
Clients come to me when they (or their loved ones) are dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, mood swings, challenging life events, flash backs, PTSD, or childhood trauma.
I work with clients to find short-term relief of symptoms and long-term solutions to assist them in building the life and relationships that they desire for themselves. My work is inclusive of people of all gender expressions, relationship structures, and life goals.
Clients come to me when they (or their loved ones) are dealing with anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, mood swings, challenging life events, flash backs, PTSD, or childhood trauma.
I work with clients to find short-term relief of symptoms and long-term solutions to assist them in building the life and relationships that they desire for themselves. My work is inclusive of people of all gender expressions, relationship structures, and life goals.
Szonja Vamos is a Registered Counseling Therapist, specializing in anxiety, depression, and traumatic-stress. With Hungarian and Russian roots, she was raised in Miami, Florida. Completing a Bachelors in Psychology, and a Masters in Marriage & Family therapy, she began working with underprivileged children, youth and families in their communities, and later one-on-one with adults impacted by trauma & addiction. Since moving to Halifax in 2017, she has been working to support it's Indigenous people. Therapeutic focus is on understanding mental health & relational struggles to heal from a painful past and recover a healthy present.
Szonja Vamos is a Registered Counseling Therapist, specializing in anxiety, depression, and traumatic-stress. With Hungarian and Russian roots, she was raised in Miami, Florida. Completing a Bachelors in Psychology, and a Masters in Marriage & Family therapy, she began working with underprivileged children, youth and families in their communities, and later one-on-one with adults impacted by trauma & addiction. Since moving to Halifax in 2017, she has been working to support it's Indigenous people. Therapeutic focus is on understanding mental health & relational struggles to heal from a painful past and recover a healthy present.
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences.
Therapy here isn’t just about talking; it’s about learning how to regulate emotions, shift patterns, and respond differently in the moments that matter. We build the skills needed to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences.
Therapy here isn’t just about talking; it’s about learning how to regulate emotions, shift patterns, and respond differently in the moments that matter. We build the skills needed to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
My primary areas of clinical expertise lie in adult mental health, addiction, and couples therapy. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioural, motivational, and mindfulness therapies to create tailored evidence-based treatments (i.e., treatment approaches proven to be effective through research) for a variety of conditions. In addition, I have Level 2 training in the Gottman Method for couples therapy, which is one of the most evidence-based approaches to strengthen relationships. I also provide adult psychodiagnostic, legal, and behavioural assessments.
My primary areas of clinical expertise lie in adult mental health, addiction, and couples therapy. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioural, motivational, and mindfulness therapies to create tailored evidence-based treatments (i.e., treatment approaches proven to be effective through research) for a variety of conditions. In addition, I have Level 2 training in the Gottman Method for couples therapy, which is one of the most evidence-based approaches to strengthen relationships. I also provide adult psychodiagnostic, legal, and behavioural assessments.
Our team has extensive experience in working with clients with a range of mental health concerns and life stressors including: anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress, depression, adjustment to major life challenges, trauma, loss and grief, relationships concerns, coping with workplace difficulties and/or burnout, and chronic disabilities/illnesses.
We are a team of experienced Registered Psychologists and Social Workers offering compassionate, collaborative and personalized care consistent with best practices. Together we offer services to clients of various ages and developmental stages. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, parents and couples. We also work closely with individuals who work in or have worked in high risk settings such as veterans, first responders and corrections officers.
Our team has extensive experience in working with clients with a range of mental health concerns and life stressors including: anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress, depression, adjustment to major life challenges, trauma, loss and grief, relationships concerns, coping with workplace difficulties and/or burnout, and chronic disabilities/illnesses.
We are a team of experienced Registered Psychologists and Social Workers offering compassionate, collaborative and personalized care consistent with best practices. Together we offer services to clients of various ages and developmental stages. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, parents and couples. We also work closely with individuals who work in or have worked in high risk settings such as veterans, first responders and corrections officers.
I provide holistic counseling services to adolescents and adults in the Halifax/HRM area. I offer Mind/Body Psychotherapy, a holistic, trauma-informed, mindfulness based approach to psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, Please Note: As of Jan. 1, 2024, my fee will increase to $225.00/hr.
I provide holistic counseling services to adolescents and adults in the Halifax/HRM area. I offer Mind/Body Psychotherapy, a holistic, trauma-informed, mindfulness based approach to psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, Please Note: As of Jan. 1, 2024, my fee will increase to $225.00/hr.
At Halifax Counselling and Wellness, we support those experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, personality disorders, substance use, relationship conflicts, personal development challenges and more.
As therapists, we specialize in CBT, DBT, & more. Our approach to therapy is highly personalized, ensuring that each individual receives treatment uniquely suited to their needs & goals. We prioritize trust-based relationships & use evidence-based treatments with all of our clients. Our ultimate goal is to guide you toward lasting well-being.
At Halifax Counselling and Wellness, we support those experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, personality disorders, substance use, relationship conflicts, personal development challenges and more.
As therapists, we specialize in CBT, DBT, & more. Our approach to therapy is highly personalized, ensuring that each individual receives treatment uniquely suited to their needs & goals. We prioritize trust-based relationships & use evidence-based treatments with all of our clients. Our ultimate goal is to guide you toward lasting well-being.
Accepting new clients who feel lost, misunderstood, or overwhelmed in today's world. You're not alone in feeling burned out trying to keep up with the demands of work, school, family, relationships, and societal expectations. In counselling, we will work together to gain insight about what's important to you and explore ways to more deeply connect with yourself and others. No matter what's happened in the past, you deserve a welcoming space to be seen, heard, and understood. Just as you are.
Accepting new clients who feel lost, misunderstood, or overwhelmed in today's world. You're not alone in feeling burned out trying to keep up with the demands of work, school, family, relationships, and societal expectations. In counselling, we will work together to gain insight about what's important to you and explore ways to more deeply connect with yourself and others. No matter what's happened in the past, you deserve a welcoming space to be seen, heard, and understood. Just as you are.
My experience includes work with the Nova Scotia Office of Workplace Mental Health, offering supportive counselling to those dealing with trauma, burnout, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict and more.
Feeling stuck in a cycle of negativity, insecurity, or hopelessness? Do you long to improve your relationship with yourself and others? Through therapy, old patterns give way as you gain more access and understanding of your emotions, and a stronger and wiser version of yourself becomes available. I hold space for your healing and growth and also for your unique values, beliefs, and lived experience. In addition to individual therapy, I also offer couples counseling, where we work to understand negative patterns that keep you in conflict, and begin to create new patterns of connection, safety, and trust.
My experience includes work with the Nova Scotia Office of Workplace Mental Health, offering supportive counselling to those dealing with trauma, burnout, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict and more.
Feeling stuck in a cycle of negativity, insecurity, or hopelessness? Do you long to improve your relationship with yourself and others? Through therapy, old patterns give way as you gain more access and understanding of your emotions, and a stronger and wiser version of yourself becomes available. I hold space for your healing and growth and also for your unique values, beliefs, and lived experience. In addition to individual therapy, I also offer couples counseling, where we work to understand negative patterns that keep you in conflict, and begin to create new patterns of connection, safety, and trust.
Are you feeling the pressures of life weighing on you? Do you feel like you're a burden to others? Are you stuck in a cycle of thoughts and behaviour you can't break free from? Do you wonder why you continue tolerating certain treatment from those around you? A non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship can provide a solid foundation upon which healing change can begin. A good therapist will listen, will never tell you what to do, and can help empower you to respond to your feelings honestly. Counselling results in new awareness, growth, and an increased quality of life when a balance of change and acceptance is found.
Are you feeling the pressures of life weighing on you? Do you feel like you're a burden to others? Are you stuck in a cycle of thoughts and behaviour you can't break free from? Do you wonder why you continue tolerating certain treatment from those around you? A non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship can provide a solid foundation upon which healing change can begin. A good therapist will listen, will never tell you what to do, and can help empower you to respond to your feelings honestly. Counselling results in new awareness, growth, and an increased quality of life when a balance of change and acceptance is found.
We will then begin to dive deeper into your thought and emotional structures to help relieve symptoms gradually, while assisting you in regulating any arising anxiety and unhealthy coping mechanisms.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
We will then begin to dive deeper into your thought and emotional structures to help relieve symptoms gradually, while assisting you in regulating any arising anxiety and unhealthy coping mechanisms.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
Erin Montgomery
Counsellor, MEd, MTA, FAMI, CCC, RCT
7 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
In my specialized practice, I support people whose difficult life experiences have resulted in post traumatic and dissociative responses, as well as anxiety and depression.
I have experience with PTSD, CPTSD, DID/other dissociative responses, phobias, panic disorder, low self-esteem, perfectionism, people seeking personal growth (identity, personality, relationship issues), neglect, abuse, burnout, grief, loss, compassion fatigue, and adjustment. I particularly enjoy working with adult children of narcissistic parents.
In my specialized practice, I support people whose difficult life experiences have resulted in post traumatic and dissociative responses, as well as anxiety and depression.
I have experience with PTSD, CPTSD, DID/other dissociative responses, phobias, panic disorder, low self-esteem, perfectionism, people seeking personal growth (identity, personality, relationship issues), neglect, abuse, burnout, grief, loss, compassion fatigue, and adjustment. I particularly enjoy working with adult children of narcissistic parents.
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Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.