Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Halifax, NS
I’m a seasoned therapist offering short-term, focused therapy for adults seeking thoughtful, practical support around a specific concern. I work with care and intention, typically over 6–8 sessions, supporting people who feel ready for something to shift and want help moving forward. We all go through periods of transition or uncertainty. I often work with people who have put a lot of thought into their lives, yet find themselves at a point where something needs attention—whether around retirement, health changes, relationships, boundaries, major decisions, or the more existential questions of identity, purpose, and meaning.
I’m a seasoned therapist offering short-term, focused therapy for adults seeking thoughtful, practical support around a specific concern. I work with care and intention, typically over 6–8 sessions, supporting people who feel ready for something to shift and want help moving forward. We all go through periods of transition or uncertainty. I often work with people who have put a lot of thought into their lives, yet find themselves at a point where something needs attention—whether around retirement, health changes, relationships, boundaries, major decisions, or the more existential questions of identity, purpose, and meaning.
I draw on many modalities in my practice, such as storytelling, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, guided visualization, breathwork, artistic expression, movement, and somatics (body-centred exploration).
Welcome, my name is Josiane. I approach therapy as a co-creative, trauma-informed process that centres holistic wellness - mind, body, and spirit. My clients include adults and teens who often fall outside conventional norms, including those who are neurodivergent, queer, gender-diverse, polyamorous, and/or living with chronic illness/disabilities. At heart, I support anyone seeking therapy that truly fits their unique way of being.
I draw on many modalities in my practice, such as storytelling, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, guided visualization, breathwork, artistic expression, movement, and somatics (body-centred exploration).
Welcome, my name is Josiane. I approach therapy as a co-creative, trauma-informed process that centres holistic wellness - mind, body, and spirit. My clients include adults and teens who often fall outside conventional norms, including those who are neurodivergent, queer, gender-diverse, polyamorous, and/or living with chronic illness/disabilities. At heart, I support anyone seeking therapy that truly fits their unique way of being.
CBT, Solution-focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Release.
I am glad you have reached out to explore your options for therapy. Taking the first step to get support can often be the most difficult one. Do you feel challenged by: anxiety or depression, abuse/trauma, marital/relationship problems, separation/divorce, bullying, parental problems, life or career/workplace stress, grief/loss, women’s issues or health-related topics? My services are tailored towards your particular circumstances. With professional support you can make progress, work on goals, acquire coping skills and build resilience. We all have the capacity to make meaningful changes and heal. I can help you to do just that.
CBT, Solution-focused Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Release.
I am glad you have reached out to explore your options for therapy. Taking the first step to get support can often be the most difficult one. Do you feel challenged by: anxiety or depression, abuse/trauma, marital/relationship problems, separation/divorce, bullying, parental problems, life or career/workplace stress, grief/loss, women’s issues or health-related topics? My services are tailored towards your particular circumstances. With professional support you can make progress, work on goals, acquire coping skills and build resilience. We all have the capacity to make meaningful changes and heal. I can help you to do just that.
I also draw inspiration from CBT, attachment theory, mindfulness and strength-based practices, and am person-centred and trauma-informed across all approaches.
Navigating relationships with ourselves, others, and the world is difficult on a good day, and it is my belief that symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma warrant as much attention and care as any physical ailment. I offer both art and talk therapy, and work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I integrate complementary methodologies to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client, and provide a warm environment where your unique strengths and values will be honoured as we explore areas of difficulty and work towards your goals together.
I also draw inspiration from CBT, attachment theory, mindfulness and strength-based practices, and am person-centred and trauma-informed across all approaches.
Navigating relationships with ourselves, others, and the world is difficult on a good day, and it is my belief that symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma warrant as much attention and care as any physical ailment. I offer both art and talk therapy, and work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I integrate complementary methodologies to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client, and provide a warm environment where your unique strengths and values will be honoured as we explore areas of difficulty and work towards your goals together.
You survived the abusive relationship—but you may still feel that something inside you has been lost. I work with strong, capable women who have rebuilt their lives after domestic violence yet still struggle with confidence, identity, and self-trust. If you are ready to move beyond survival and reclaim your voice, purpose, and personal power, therapy can help you reconnect with who you truly are. With over 22 years of experience, I integrate trauma-informed approaches, including EMDR, to support women in rebuilding self-trust, restoring their sense of agency, and creating a meaningful, fulfilling life.
You survived the abusive relationship—but you may still feel that something inside you has been lost. I work with strong, capable women who have rebuilt their lives after domestic violence yet still struggle with confidence, identity, and self-trust. If you are ready to move beyond survival and reclaim your voice, purpose, and personal power, therapy can help you reconnect with who you truly are. With over 22 years of experience, I integrate trauma-informed approaches, including EMDR, to support women in rebuilding self-trust, restoring their sense of agency, and creating a meaningful, fulfilling life.
Neurodivergence & Creativity | Kiley
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3N
I blend somatic therapy, mindfulness, creative expression, nature-based approaches and transpersonal psychology into my approaches to help you reconnect with yourself, your story, and your inner wisdom.
Hello, my name is Kiley Brown with The Living Room Therapy. I work with creatives, dreamers, and deep feelers. Many feel pulled between daily demands and the desire to know themselves more deeply. Together, we explore your experiences, making space for curiosity, self-discovery, and authentic expression so you can feel more grounded and connected to who you are.
I blend somatic therapy, mindfulness, creative expression, nature-based approaches and transpersonal psychology into my approaches to help you reconnect with yourself, your story, and your inner wisdom.
Hello, my name is Kiley Brown with The Living Room Therapy. I work with creatives, dreamers, and deep feelers. Many feel pulled between daily demands and the desire to know themselves more deeply. Together, we explore your experiences, making space for curiosity, self-discovery, and authentic expression so you can feel more grounded and connected to who you are.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. For over 30 years, Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates, has provided thoughtful, compassionate, and effective care to individuals, couples, and families in Halifax. Our experienced team is carefully selected for their training, clinical skills, and areas of specialization. We understand that each person’s situation is shaped by many factors — including life stage, relationships, personal history, and change — and we take care to provide support that is tailored to your needs.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. For over 30 years, Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist & Associates, has provided thoughtful, compassionate, and effective care to individuals, couples, and families in Halifax. Our experienced team is carefully selected for their training, clinical skills, and areas of specialization. We understand that each person’s situation is shaped by many factors — including life stage, relationships, personal history, and change — and we take care to provide support that is tailored to your needs.
We incorporate Cognitive-Behavioural (CBT), interpersonal, emotion-focussed, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and acceptance- and mindfulness-based approaches to counselling and therapy to help with a wide range of issues.
All of our psychologists are licensed at the doctoral level. With a range of approaches and a mix of age and gender, we match client needs with the most appropriate therapist.
We offer our services from a beautiful, heritage house in downtown Halifax. Online and telephone appointments are also available.
Our clients are individuals, couples and families. We are 2SLGBT+ welcoming.
We have an established record of expert consultation for businesses, governments, insurers, legal firms, and individuals.
We incorporate Cognitive-Behavioural (CBT), interpersonal, emotion-focussed, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and acceptance- and mindfulness-based approaches to counselling and therapy to help with a wide range of issues.
All of our psychologists are licensed at the doctoral level. With a range of approaches and a mix of age and gender, we match client needs with the most appropriate therapist.
We offer our services from a beautiful, heritage house in downtown Halifax. Online and telephone appointments are also available.
Our clients are individuals, couples and families. We are 2SLGBT+ welcoming.
We have an established record of expert consultation for businesses, governments, insurers, legal firms, and individuals.
I am best able to help clients who are desirous of making changes in their lives and understand that "the slower you go, the faster you get there". My practice provides a safe space for patients to put all of their thoughts and feelings into words. As patients talk, they learn about themselves and better understand their journey. As the unconscious becomes conscious, patients are able to make more thoughtful and meaningful choices and thus begin to live more full and meaningful lives.
I am best able to help clients who are desirous of making changes in their lives and understand that "the slower you go, the faster you get there". My practice provides a safe space for patients to put all of their thoughts and feelings into words. As patients talk, they learn about themselves and better understand their journey. As the unconscious becomes conscious, patients are able to make more thoughtful and meaningful choices and thus begin to live more full and meaningful lives.
I work with people facing life-transitions, whether, health status, relationship status or work pressures adjustment, planning and support tailored for these situations can help. Whether the adjustment to one’s circumstances is invited or not, I help people not only manage the multifaceted nature of transitions and loss, I take a whole-person approach to addressing the many asocial, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of living “WELL”alongside these circumstances helping individuals, families find ways to not just cope, but even thrive through the most challenging of circumstances.
I work with people facing life-transitions, whether, health status, relationship status or work pressures adjustment, planning and support tailored for these situations can help. Whether the adjustment to one’s circumstances is invited or not, I help people not only manage the multifaceted nature of transitions and loss, I take a whole-person approach to addressing the many asocial, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of living “WELL”alongside these circumstances helping individuals, families find ways to not just cope, but even thrive through the most challenging of circumstances.
I use a combination of evidence-based modalities, including: EMDR, CBT, IFS, Mindfulness-Based Approaches, DBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Many people have already talked their stories through. The goal here isn’t to endlessly process - it’s to heal. We go beneath coping and analysis, carefully deconstruct what’s holding you in place and rebuild from the foundation up. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Q) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions, abuse, and attachment-based challenges. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. Many of my clients have experienced therapy before but are ready for a deeper layer of healing. I provide a comforting space to heal while growing.
I use a combination of evidence-based modalities, including: EMDR, CBT, IFS, Mindfulness-Based Approaches, DBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Many people have already talked their stories through. The goal here isn’t to endlessly process - it’s to heal. We go beneath coping and analysis, carefully deconstruct what’s holding you in place and rebuild from the foundation up. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Q) supporting adults, couples, and adolescents through trauma, neurodivergence, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions, abuse, and attachment-based challenges. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. Many of my clients have experienced therapy before but are ready for a deeper layer of healing. I provide a comforting space to heal while growing.
Based on this, and your own motivation for seeking therapy, I use empirically supported techniques from approaches such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, biopsychosocial approaches, CPT, and prolonged exposure
After over a decade of working in multidisciplinary health care settings, I have decided to fulfill my dream of opening my own practice. Cardinal Psychology is opening in the North End of Halifax in the summer of 2026. I look forward to offering compassionate, personalized, empirically supported psychological treatment to adults in my office (with parking- and close to the Italian Market for delicious treats) or from the comfort of home via video.
Based on this, and your own motivation for seeking therapy, I use empirically supported techniques from approaches such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, biopsychosocial approaches, CPT, and prolonged exposure
After over a decade of working in multidisciplinary health care settings, I have decided to fulfill my dream of opening my own practice. Cardinal Psychology is opening in the North End of Halifax in the summer of 2026. I look forward to offering compassionate, personalized, empirically supported psychological treatment to adults in my office (with parking- and close to the Italian Market for delicious treats) or from the comfort of home via video.
My treatment work is client-centred and integrative, utilizing elements of Cognitive Processing therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-based Cognitive therapy (MBCT).
Many clients come to me feeling stuck or disconnected. Distress does not exist in a vacuum. It is shaped by context, and identity, which contribute to a sense of safety and belonging.
I aim to show up with you as a real, genuine person. Together, we bring clarity to the confusing, and bring in humour to make difficult conversations feel lighter. Using concrete strategies, through the lenses of choice and collaboration, I aim to support you in loosening the grip of old narratives, and building a renewed sense of agency and direction in life.
My treatment work is client-centred and integrative, utilizing elements of Cognitive Processing therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-based Cognitive therapy (MBCT).
Many clients come to me feeling stuck or disconnected. Distress does not exist in a vacuum. It is shaped by context, and identity, which contribute to a sense of safety and belonging.
I aim to show up with you as a real, genuine person. Together, we bring clarity to the confusing, and bring in humour to make difficult conversations feel lighter. Using concrete strategies, through the lenses of choice and collaboration, I aim to support you in loosening the grip of old narratives, and building a renewed sense of agency and direction in life.
"Until you stop breathing, there's more right with you than wrong with you." (Jon Kabat-Zinn) This is also my guide and intention as a Registered Counselling Therapist. My work is to help an individual experience themselves differently while providing compassion, presence and skill in a safe space. I offer an integrated, eclectic approach that is based on each client's needs. Understanding attachment style, the effects of trauma and the mind-brain-body connection inform my therapeutic approach.
"Until you stop breathing, there's more right with you than wrong with you." (Jon Kabat-Zinn) This is also my guide and intention as a Registered Counselling Therapist. My work is to help an individual experience themselves differently while providing compassion, presence and skill in a safe space. I offer an integrated, eclectic approach that is based on each client's needs. Understanding attachment style, the effects of trauma and the mind-brain-body connection inform my therapeutic approach.
As an intern therapist at Risework Therapy under the supervision of Sam DiFrancescantonio, my approach is warm, collaborative, and mindfulness-informed, creating a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to explore difficult emotions without judgment.
My work is rooted in the belief that healing begins with awareness, safety, and connection. I support clients in slowing down, deepening their understanding of themselves, and exploring the patterns, relationships, and experiences that may be contributing to stress, overwhelm, or disconnection.
As an intern therapist at Risework Therapy under the supervision of Sam DiFrancescantonio, my approach is warm, collaborative, and mindfulness-informed, creating a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to explore difficult emotions without judgment.
My work is rooted in the belief that healing begins with awareness, safety, and connection. I support clients in slowing down, deepening their understanding of themselves, and exploring the patterns, relationships, and experiences that may be contributing to stress, overwhelm, or disconnection.
Brandy has 10 years experience working with children, youth, adults and families. For the past 9 years, she has been working as a Clinical Social Worker (Therapist) to help individuals build fulfilling lives by drawing on their strengths. When appropriate, a family focused approach is used. Her areas of speciality include psycho-education, anxiety, depression, interpersonal concerns, family conflict, coping with daily stressors, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional concerns and trauma. She has experience with LGTBQ and indigenous populations with a focus on creating a safe and healing environment.
Brandy has 10 years experience working with children, youth, adults and families. For the past 9 years, she has been working as a Clinical Social Worker (Therapist) to help individuals build fulfilling lives by drawing on their strengths. When appropriate, a family focused approach is used. Her areas of speciality include psycho-education, anxiety, depression, interpersonal concerns, family conflict, coping with daily stressors, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional concerns and trauma. She has experience with LGTBQ and indigenous populations with a focus on creating a safe and healing environment.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship challenges? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore your emotions, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical ways to manage stress and navigate life’s challenges. My work is trauma-informed and culturally responsive, using an attachment-based lens to understand how past experiences shape the way we relate to ourselves and others.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship challenges? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore your emotions, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical ways to manage stress and navigate life’s challenges. My work is trauma-informed and culturally responsive, using an attachment-based lens to understand how past experiences shape the way we relate to ourselves and others.
Together, we will use various techniques from therapies such as acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, somatic, and attachment-focused therapy to help you navigate life's challenges.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
Together, we will use various techniques from therapies such as acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, somatic, and attachment-focused therapy to help you navigate life's challenges.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, or long-standing stress and feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Maybe life feels hard to manage right now, or maybe you are getting through the day but it takes everything you have. You may want a clearer understanding of what is happening and why, and practical help to change it. You want relief, steadier emotions, and to feel more like yourself again - able to sleep better, focus, and feel present with the people and responsibilities that matter to you.
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, or long-standing stress and feeling stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Maybe life feels hard to manage right now, or maybe you are getting through the day but it takes everything you have. You may want a clearer understanding of what is happening and why, and practical help to change it. You want relief, steadier emotions, and to feel more like yourself again - able to sleep better, focus, and feel present with the people and responsibilities that matter to you.
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.
