In Person Therapists in Halifax, NS
Olivia Souaid
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSc
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapy sessions in person at the office or online via video.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward in their life or relationships. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or challenges related to self-esteem, or they could be navigating relationship difficulties with their partner or family. This client could also be dealing with identity issues, including exploring their gender or sexual orientation, and might feel isolated or misunderstood as they seek to live more authentically. They are seeking clarity and direction, hoping to reconnect with their values and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
I offer therapy sessions in person at the office or online via video.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward in their life or relationships. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or challenges related to self-esteem, or they could be navigating relationship difficulties with their partner or family. This client could also be dealing with identity issues, including exploring their gender or sexual orientation, and might feel isolated or misunderstood as they seek to live more authentically. They are seeking clarity and direction, hoping to reconnect with their values and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Lynette Gillis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, MFA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapy to people who are struggling to move forward and feeling stuck in some way. You may be feeling disconnected, carrying negative perceptions of yourself, or feeling a general sense of not living the life you want to live and wanting change. I provide a space for you to be seen and known. I want to find what is holding you back. I often work with people through challenges in relationships, in living more authentically, and in building a more secure sense of self. Together we look at the ways you protect yourself and whether these ways are still serving you.
I offer therapy to people who are struggling to move forward and feeling stuck in some way. You may be feeling disconnected, carrying negative perceptions of yourself, or feeling a general sense of not living the life you want to live and wanting change. I provide a space for you to be seen and known. I want to find what is holding you back. I often work with people through challenges in relationships, in living more authentically, and in building a more secure sense of self. Together we look at the ways you protect yourself and whether these ways are still serving you.
Most people want to feel in control of their lives, that they can progress further towards their goals. Most people want supportive human connections and respect and joy. I am sensitive to the human need of attachment and authenticity, meaning we all need human connections and want to be accepted as ourselves. Sometimes we don't even know who we want to be or who we are really. My work helps bring out these crucial needs to the surface. And then the pathway to meet these needs becomes clear, individual path, everyone's unique.
Most people want to feel in control of their lives, that they can progress further towards their goals. Most people want supportive human connections and respect and joy. I am sensitive to the human need of attachment and authenticity, meaning we all need human connections and want to be accepted as ourselves. Sometimes we don't even know who we want to be or who we are really. My work helps bring out these crucial needs to the surface. And then the pathway to meet these needs becomes clear, individual path, everyone's unique.
Struggling is a natural part of being human. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from yourself, your relationships, or your life—it’s often a sign that something deeper needs attention. Parts of you may long for change, while others resist, holding on to old coping strategies like anxiety, self-criticism, or avoidance. These patterns once helped you navigate the world, but they may now be preventing you from feeling fully present, connected, and at peace in your life. Together, we can explore these parts and move toward healing.
Struggling is a natural part of being human. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from yourself, your relationships, or your life—it’s often a sign that something deeper needs attention. Parts of you may long for change, while others resist, holding on to old coping strategies like anxiety, self-criticism, or avoidance. These patterns once helped you navigate the world, but they may now be preventing you from feeling fully present, connected, and at peace in your life. Together, we can explore these parts and move toward healing.
Dr. Sherry is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Dalhousie University. He has published 160 journal articles, delivered 275 scientific presentations and earned $2.5 million in grant funds. In 2018, Dr. Sherry and his wife founded CRUX Psychology, a team of 16 Ph.D.-level psychologists. We provide high-quality individual therapy, couples therapy and assessment. We use scientifically tested therapies and assessments. And each service is tailored to your preferences, values and goals, and delivered with exceptional care and warmth. By merging compassion with science, we help you get the results you want.
Dr. Sherry is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Dalhousie University. He has published 160 journal articles, delivered 275 scientific presentations and earned $2.5 million in grant funds. In 2018, Dr. Sherry and his wife founded CRUX Psychology, a team of 16 Ph.D.-level psychologists. We provide high-quality individual therapy, couples therapy and assessment. We use scientifically tested therapies and assessments. And each service is tailored to your preferences, values and goals, and delivered with exceptional care and warmth. By merging compassion with science, we help you get the results you want.
You pour so much into others but find it hard to prioritize yourself. Boundaries feel difficult, and anxiety, self-doubt, or big transitions leave you emotionally drained. You want stronger relationships, greater self-trust, and tools to manage tough emotions—without guilt. Moving forward feels overwhelming, and you're unsure where to start, but you know you’re ready for change. Hi, my name's Chelsea. I'm a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psych and over seven years of experience as a mental health professional. My approach has been described as warm, authentic, and curious.
You pour so much into others but find it hard to prioritize yourself. Boundaries feel difficult, and anxiety, self-doubt, or big transitions leave you emotionally drained. You want stronger relationships, greater self-trust, and tools to manage tough emotions—without guilt. Moving forward feels overwhelming, and you're unsure where to start, but you know you’re ready for change. Hi, my name's Chelsea. I'm a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psych and over seven years of experience as a mental health professional. My approach has been described as warm, authentic, and curious.
Holly Sher
Registered Psychotherapist, SSW, BA(h), MA, RP, RCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
BLUE Cross direct billing now available! If you are struggling, you are not alone… I would be honored to walk beside you on your journey to greater wisdom, and freedom. Our sessions can include counseling (for instance setting goals, developing tools to assist with managing difficult thoughts and feelings), as well as deeper emotion-focused work aimed at getting at what is on the inside; our deepest needs and truths. This is done not only through talking, but through learning to tap into our felt-sense; a powerful place where healing occurs. My work draws from a variety of evidence-based approaches.
BLUE Cross direct billing now available! If you are struggling, you are not alone… I would be honored to walk beside you on your journey to greater wisdom, and freedom. Our sessions can include counseling (for instance setting goals, developing tools to assist with managing difficult thoughts and feelings), as well as deeper emotion-focused work aimed at getting at what is on the inside; our deepest needs and truths. This is done not only through talking, but through learning to tap into our felt-sense; a powerful place where healing occurs. My work draws from a variety of evidence-based approaches.
In-person sessions (or online), in Halifax.
Whole-person therapy (encompassing the thinking, emotional, and physical parts of being human ) for healing, wellness, and growth.
In-person sessions (or online), in Halifax.
Whole-person therapy (encompassing the thinking, emotional, and physical parts of being human ) for healing, wellness, and growth.
Originally from Annapolis Valley, Dr. McClure graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Science degree. She then achieved distinction as a Killam Laureate during her graduate studies at The University of British Columbia, where she completed two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. After a decade of training out west, Dr. McClure returned home to her family in Nova Scotia.
Originally from Annapolis Valley, Dr. McClure graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Science degree. She then achieved distinction as a Killam Laureate during her graduate studies at The University of British Columbia, where she completed two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. After a decade of training out west, Dr. McClure returned home to her family in Nova Scotia.
Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: interpersonal abuse recovery, trauma recovery, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.
Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: interpersonal abuse recovery, trauma recovery, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.
Whether you're dealing with mental health challenges, life stressors or looking for self-growth and potential boost, I would love to accompany you in your journey. In a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment, I’m here to help you explore your emotions, find solutions, and develop the skills to manage life’s difficulties. Together we can work towards creating positive, sustainable change.
Whether you're dealing with mental health challenges, life stressors or looking for self-growth and potential boost, I would love to accompany you in your journey. In a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment, I’m here to help you explore your emotions, find solutions, and develop the skills to manage life’s difficulties. Together we can work towards creating positive, sustainable change.
Meet Our In Person Counsellors
Yvonne Raczkowski Counselling/Assessment Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3H
I offer in person counselling only in the day in my office.
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility. We will work together to help you find a way through life transitions that reflects who you are and who you want to be. ACT therapy is excellent for all age groups and a variety of issues. I will give you the tools to resolve your problems and teach you a process that will help you live by your values to achieve your goals. Enabling you to be the person who you want to be, and be clear about what you stand for in a complicated world.
I offer in person counselling only in the day in my office.
My major practice focus has been dealing with anxiety, depression, various trauma (including abuse) and relationship counselling, including challenges with infertility. We will work together to help you find a way through life transitions that reflects who you are and who you want to be. ACT therapy is excellent for all age groups and a variety of issues. I will give you the tools to resolve your problems and teach you a process that will help you live by your values to achieve your goals. Enabling you to be the person who you want to be, and be clear about what you stand for in a complicated world.
Accepting new clients for virtual appointments on Mondays & Tuesdays between 10am-6pm, and in person appointments on Fridays 11am-5pm.
Your path of healing is a unique journey that can feel overwhelming, confusing, and at times hopeless. Whether you are experiencing a major life transition that has turned everything upside down, are grieving the loss of a loved one, in active recovery from a significant trauma, or simply feel a deeper call to access a more authentic expression of who you are, I’m here to help. I’ve supported veterans, first responders, and front line health workers navigate their recovery from trauma, burn out, and moral injury, which has inspired my approach to trust in each person’s capacity for resilience.
Accepting new clients for virtual appointments on Mondays & Tuesdays between 10am-6pm, and in person appointments on Fridays 11am-5pm.
Your path of healing is a unique journey that can feel overwhelming, confusing, and at times hopeless. Whether you are experiencing a major life transition that has turned everything upside down, are grieving the loss of a loved one, in active recovery from a significant trauma, or simply feel a deeper call to access a more authentic expression of who you are, I’m here to help. I’ve supported veterans, first responders, and front line health workers navigate their recovery from trauma, burn out, and moral injury, which has inspired my approach to trust in each person’s capacity for resilience.
Kathleen Dunbar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RVT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3M
Are you grieving the loss of your pet? Are you finding it hard to cope with heavy feelings and thoughts yet feeling like "I should be able to just 'get over' it? I understand. I offer clients space and support to cope with distressing thoughts and emotions. I believe that every client can find meaning and richness in life with the right support. I strive to offer clients empathy, caring, and compassion. I aim to create a space where clients can express their most difficult feelings, thoughts, or situations when they are grieving.
Are you grieving the loss of your pet? Are you finding it hard to cope with heavy feelings and thoughts yet feeling like "I should be able to just 'get over' it? I understand. I offer clients space and support to cope with distressing thoughts and emotions. I believe that every client can find meaning and richness in life with the right support. I strive to offer clients empathy, caring, and compassion. I aim to create a space where clients can express their most difficult feelings, thoughts, or situations when they are grieving.
I offer in person sessions as well as video, and phone sessions.
My treatment approach is primarily cognitive-behavioural, and I am registered to practice within Nova Scotia and British Columbia.
I offer in person sessions as well as video, and phone sessions.
My treatment approach is primarily cognitive-behavioural, and I am registered to practice within Nova Scotia and British Columbia.
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.
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.
Some of us feel challenged by anxiety, depression, or anger. Some by the relationships in our lives with partners, family, or in the workplace. Parenting never fails to challenge our best intentions, or we can also find ourselves repeating behaviours and ways of thinking that no longer work for us. My clients are typically active partners in change – sometimes to change those habitual behaviours or ways of thinking, sometimes to interact more effectively, sometimes to nourish personal growth, and sometimes just to clarify and explore.
Some of us feel challenged by anxiety, depression, or anger. Some by the relationships in our lives with partners, family, or in the workplace. Parenting never fails to challenge our best intentions, or we can also find ourselves repeating behaviours and ways of thinking that no longer work for us. My clients are typically active partners in change – sometimes to change those habitual behaviours or ways of thinking, sometimes to interact more effectively, sometimes to nourish personal growth, and sometimes just to clarify and explore.
Welcome. I provide individual counselling in-person, outside and online. I work from a lens that honours the wholistic integration of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing, and help clients heal, grow, and shine. Heal: Support for the healing and integrating process when faced with life transitions, suffering, trauma, grief, anxiety or depression. Grow: Building resilience, personal growth and development. Shine: Support, encouragement and tools to thrive and live fully aligned with one's life-vision- and to offer influence and contribution to the world.
Welcome. I provide individual counselling in-person, outside and online. I work from a lens that honours the wholistic integration of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing, and help clients heal, grow, and shine. Heal: Support for the healing and integrating process when faced with life transitions, suffering, trauma, grief, anxiety or depression. Grow: Building resilience, personal growth and development. Shine: Support, encouragement and tools to thrive and live fully aligned with one's life-vision- and to offer influence and contribution to the world.
Chapman Counselling Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H
I’m accepting new clients—both in person and online.
With a human-centered approach and tools like CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy, we’ll work together to create a path toward greater fulfillment. I specialize in supporting children and young adults, especially those facing challenges like school refusal or ADHD.
I’m accepting new clients—both in person and online.
With a human-centered approach and tools like CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy, we’ll work together to create a path toward greater fulfillment. I specialize in supporting children and young adults, especially those facing challenges like school refusal or ADHD.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
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