Depression Therapists in Halifax, NS
Diagnoses typically worked with: ADHD, autism, OCD, depression, anxiety
I am the owner of Home Grown Occupational Therapy, and an Occupational Therapist working in neurodivergent mental health. I hold degrees from Dalhousie University, Carleton University and McMaster University. I am also neurodivergent myself, with a later-in-life diagnosis of ADHD. I find this to be a strength when working with other ND people. Many of my clients have diagnoses of (or are querying if they have) autism, ADHD and/or OCD. As a trauma-informed mental health OT, I believe we all need meaningful occupations, roles and activities to lead.
Diagnoses typically worked with: ADHD, autism, OCD, depression, anxiety
I am the owner of Home Grown Occupational Therapy, and an Occupational Therapist working in neurodivergent mental health. I hold degrees from Dalhousie University, Carleton University and McMaster University. I am also neurodivergent myself, with a later-in-life diagnosis of ADHD. I find this to be a strength when working with other ND people. Many of my clients have diagnoses of (or are querying if they have) autism, ADHD and/or OCD. As a trauma-informed mental health OT, I believe we all need meaningful occupations, roles and activities to lead.
I hold over 15 years experience reducing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, complex trauma, burnout, and grief, to name a few.
Hello everyone! My name is Lee, and I'm the owner of Canada Online Therapy. Thank you for your time. A bit about Canada Online Therapy and myself if that's ok. Life has become increasingly complex with high expectations, expenses for many people.
Therapy is one, if the only service that provides clients with the latest art and science of how to guide ourselves with awareness, compassion to self care so we can lead others.
I hold over 15 years experience reducing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, complex trauma, burnout, and grief, to name a few.
Hello everyone! My name is Lee, and I'm the owner of Canada Online Therapy. Thank you for your time. A bit about Canada Online Therapy and myself if that's ok. Life has become increasingly complex with high expectations, expenses for many people.
Therapy is one, if the only service that provides clients with the latest art and science of how to guide ourselves with awareness, compassion to self care so we can lead others.
At the end of therapy clients typically report that they are more compassionate with themselves, more able to clearly express their wishes to themselves and others, more willing to take risks and make mistakes, and more accepting that life is difficult but also of great value. Their lives are better aligned with what matters to them. The process can be quicker than you'd expect. It's about moving things out of the way, like difficult emotions, or thoughts and behaviors that are no longer serving you. The assumption is that everything you need is already within you, it just needs space to grow.
At the end of therapy clients typically report that they are more compassionate with themselves, more able to clearly express their wishes to themselves and others, more willing to take risks and make mistakes, and more accepting that life is difficult but also of great value. Their lives are better aligned with what matters to them. The process can be quicker than you'd expect. It's about moving things out of the way, like difficult emotions, or thoughts and behaviors that are no longer serving you. The assumption is that everything you need is already within you, it just needs space to grow.
I thrive on navigating my clients through times of emotional distress, depression, anxiety, searching for meaning and purpose, need of connectedness, questioning of identity, values, looking for hope and peace.
I have experience in a variety of issues, including MVA, PTSD, anxiety, depression, family relationship, couples therapy, parenting issues, anger management, LGBTQ+ community, abuse and trauma. I hold a Master’s degree from University of Toronto and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I speak English and Turkish.
I thrive on navigating my clients through times of emotional distress, depression, anxiety, searching for meaning and purpose, need of connectedness, questioning of identity, values, looking for hope and peace.
I have experience in a variety of issues, including MVA, PTSD, anxiety, depression, family relationship, couples therapy, parenting issues, anger management, LGBTQ+ community, abuse and trauma. I hold a Master’s degree from University of Toronto and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I speak English and Turkish.
With 13 years of clinical experience, I work in a collaborative manner with people experiencing a range of mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and issues surrounding identity and self-worth.
Using an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach, I help clients learn and practice ways to reduce the impact of unhelpful thoughts and difficult feelings on values-driven behavior. Acceptance of one's emotions, cultivating self-compassion and mindfully diffusing from destructive thoughts is key. I also offer art therapy sessions.
With 13 years of clinical experience, I work in a collaborative manner with people experiencing a range of mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and issues surrounding identity and self-worth.
Using an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach, I help clients learn and practice ways to reduce the impact of unhelpful thoughts and difficult feelings on values-driven behavior. Acceptance of one's emotions, cultivating self-compassion and mindfully diffusing from destructive thoughts is key. I also offer art therapy sessions.
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 am endlessly curious; I love learning, exploring, and re-thinking. These values led me to complete a degree in science, followed by a master's degree in counselling. My background and values encourage me to favour evidence-based practices, and interventions effecting meaningful change.
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 am endlessly curious; I love learning, exploring, and re-thinking. These values led me to complete a degree in science, followed by a master's degree in counselling. My background and values encourage me to favour evidence-based practices, and interventions effecting meaningful change.
Erin Montgomery
Counsellor, MEd, MTA, FAMI, CCC, RCT
8 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.
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.
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.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues/dysfunction (low sexual desire, pain during sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, lack of orgasm, out-of-control sexual behaviour, specific sexual interests), insomnia, difficulty coping with medical conditions (infertility, HIV, cancer, pregnancy/postpartum, menopause), as well as relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamory relationship issues).
I specialize in the treatment of adults and couples/relationships experiencing: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues/dysfunction (low sexual desire, pain during sexual activity, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, lack of orgasm, out-of-control sexual behaviour, specific sexual interests), insomnia, difficulty coping with medical conditions (infertility, HIV, cancer, pregnancy/postpartum, menopause), as well as relationship issues (e.g., communication difficulties, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, open or polyamory relationship issues).
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
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.
I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
I have many years of experience working with complex trauma, depression, anxiety. The mindfulness-based approaches to health that I integrate in treatment can help you become more present. I work with close attention to the impact emotions have on the body's physiology; and I am trained in Somatic Experience to treat trauma as developed by Peter Levine PhD.
I will work with you to uncover that wellbeing again so that you can live the life you deserve with more vitality and authenticity whether you suffer from chronic illness, the burden of a traumatic injury or complex trauma, a diagnosis of PTSD, anxiety, depression, unprocessed grief, or the malaise that comes from being over-stressed and not coping as well as you'd like.
I have many years of experience working with complex trauma, depression, anxiety. The mindfulness-based approaches to health that I integrate in treatment can help you become more present. I work with close attention to the impact emotions have on the body's physiology; and I am trained in Somatic Experience to treat trauma as developed by Peter Levine PhD.
You are here because you are experiencing struggle, are ready to make some changes and you are looking for help. Together we can address your concerns and reestablish your sense of wellness and hope. I look forward to building a strong therapeutic relationship with you and supporting you through the changes you want with warmth, empathy and experience.
You are here because you are experiencing struggle, are ready to make some changes and you are looking for help. Together we can address your concerns and reestablish your sense of wellness and hope. I look forward to building a strong therapeutic relationship with you and supporting you through the changes you want with warmth, empathy and experience.
Sea Light Counselling - Andrew Leger
Counsellor, MEd , RCT, CCC, MSc, BEd
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
If you're ready to talk, I'm here to listen. Accepting new clients as of January 2026. You may be feeling weighed down by life issues right now at home, work or school; this heaviness is affecting your health and well-being. Maybe you are working on building better family relationships, or trying to improve communication with your adolescent child. I recognize that you are the expert of your life. I appreciate the courage it takes for you to share your story and I will give you the necessary time and space to do so.
If you're ready to talk, I'm here to listen. Accepting new clients as of January 2026. You may be feeling weighed down by life issues right now at home, work or school; this heaviness is affecting your health and well-being. Maybe you are working on building better family relationships, or trying to improve communication with your adolescent child. I recognize that you are the expert of your life. I appreciate the courage it takes for you to share your story and I will give you the necessary time and space to do so.
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility.
As an ACT therapist I will offer you a comfortable, safe and accessible environment. But more importantly I will assist you to resolve your issues and "Face your Demons." I will not passively listen, but will actively guide you on the path to solving your issues. I will give you the tools to do so and give you a compass to guide you through life's storms.
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility.
As an ACT therapist I will offer you a comfortable, safe and accessible environment. But more importantly I will assist you to resolve your issues and "Face your Demons." I will not passively listen, but will actively guide you on the path to solving your issues. I will give you the tools to do so and give you a compass to guide you through life's storms.
Some of us feel challenged by anxiety, depression, or anger.
In short, I offer a mix of things. Sometimes being heard and validated is at the top of the list. Sometimes directness and clear thinking are most important. Sometimes, some coaching about establishing better habits (or stopping problematic ones) is tremendously helpful. And often genuine humour and playfulness are the paths back to our best selves.
Some of us feel challenged by anxiety, depression, or anger.
In short, I offer a mix of things. Sometimes being heard and validated is at the top of the list. Sometimes directness and clear thinking are most important. Sometimes, some coaching about establishing better habits (or stopping problematic ones) is tremendously helpful. And often genuine humour and playfulness are the paths back to our best selves.
Currently accepting new clients.
I am an experienced, thoughtful and dedicated Clinical Social Worker available to help you develop goals for managing emotions, dealing with stress, coping strategies and increased self-awareness. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, young people and adults.
Currently accepting new clients.
I am an experienced, thoughtful and dedicated Clinical Social Worker available to help you develop goals for managing emotions, dealing with stress, coping strategies and increased self-awareness. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, young people and adults.
Whether you have a diagnosis or diagnose yourself as anxious, depressed, addicted, perfectionistic or Borderline, Internal Family Systems and Relational Life Therapy can uncover your protective system and get you closer to who you truly are session by session, both for individuals and couples.
I am a Level 2 trained IFS therapist and a seasoned RLT couples therapist. IFS is in my experience the one therapy that helps with all issues, because it aims to understand them from the standpoint of protecting you with good intention, not because there is something wrong with you. In RLT, the relationship is the client, so the dynamic comes out.
Whether you have a diagnosis or diagnose yourself as anxious, depressed, addicted, perfectionistic or Borderline, Internal Family Systems and Relational Life Therapy can uncover your protective system and get you closer to who you truly are session by session, both for individuals and couples.
I am a Level 2 trained IFS therapist and a seasoned RLT couples therapist. IFS is in my experience the one therapy that helps with all issues, because it aims to understand them from the standpoint of protecting you with good intention, not because there is something wrong with you. In RLT, the relationship is the client, so the dynamic comes out.
Are you ready to take the first step toward healing and a healthier, more balanced life? I work with individuals facing anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, or relationship difficulties, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions and heal from past trauma. With personalized, culturally sensitive support and practical tools, I help build emotional resilience and manage life’s challenges. Together, we work toward improving mental health, boosting self-confidence, and cultivating healthier relationships, all while fostering personal growth and balance.
Are you ready to take the first step toward healing and a healthier, more balanced life? I work with individuals facing anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, or relationship difficulties, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions and heal from past trauma. With personalized, culturally sensitive support and practical tools, I help build emotional resilience and manage life’s challenges. Together, we work toward improving mental health, boosting self-confidence, and cultivating healthier relationships, all while fostering personal growth and balance.
I have worked with 100's of individuals and couples experiencing issues related to pain, stress, depression, anxiety, work, illness, grief, trauma, relationships, culture, ADHD and more.
As your psychologist, I'll help you develop skills and insights for positive, lasting change. I'll be fully present and tuned in to understand your experiences, pain, fears, and hopes. We will be a team, your feedback will be used to design your treatment and ensure that it is helpful. Our sessions will provide a space for you to process what's going on in your mind, while equipping you with tools to reduce and manage physical and mental distress and pain. We can explore if other treatments such as physiotherapy, massage and osteopathy with our great team at One to One Wellness may help you to feel better and stronger in your life.
I have worked with 100's of individuals and couples experiencing issues related to pain, stress, depression, anxiety, work, illness, grief, trauma, relationships, culture, ADHD and more.
As your psychologist, I'll help you develop skills and insights for positive, lasting change. I'll be fully present and tuned in to understand your experiences, pain, fears, and hopes. We will be a team, your feedback will be used to design your treatment and ensure that it is helpful. Our sessions will provide a space for you to process what's going on in your mind, while equipping you with tools to reduce and manage physical and mental distress and pain. We can explore if other treatments such as physiotherapy, massage and osteopathy with our great team at One to One Wellness may help you to feel better and stronger in your life.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.