Canada Life | Great-West Life Therapists in Lower Sackville, NS
Are you ready to take a deeper journey into yourself? I provide a relaxed atmosphere, where you are invited to be yourself. Modes of therapy include relaxed office space, on-line, and for those who enjoy being outdoors and moving, walk & talk nature therapy. My ideal clients are committed to continual growth and use therapy as one of the ingredients to wellness.
Are you ready to take a deeper journey into yourself? I provide a relaxed atmosphere, where you are invited to be yourself. Modes of therapy include relaxed office space, on-line, and for those who enjoy being outdoors and moving, walk & talk nature therapy. My ideal clients are committed to continual growth and use therapy as one of the ingredients to wellness.
Welcome- I am so glad you are here!
My name is Amanda MacDonald, and I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate). I bring over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, adolescents, and families. My professional background began in education, where I worked as both an educator and, most recently, as a Program Planning Specialist with the Halifax Regional Centre for Education. Through this work, I developed a deep appreciation for the complexities of development and the unique needs individuals and families carry as they move through different stages of life.
Welcome- I am so glad you are here!
My name is Amanda MacDonald, and I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate). I bring over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, adolescents, and families. My professional background began in education, where I worked as both an educator and, most recently, as a Program Planning Specialist with the Halifax Regional Centre for Education. Through this work, I developed a deep appreciation for the complexities of development and the unique needs individuals and families carry as they move through different stages of life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? At Esinam Counselling, we welcome individuals, couples, and families ready for meaningful change. Whether you are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, our team is here to guide you. We match you with a highly credentialed, trauma-informed therapist tailored to your unique goals. Using proven, evidence-based therapies, we help you break through barriers, heal from the past, and build practical tools for a brighter future. Step into a supportive space designed for your growth. Let’s move forward together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? At Esinam Counselling, we welcome individuals, couples, and families ready for meaningful change. Whether you are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, our team is here to guide you. We match you with a highly credentialed, trauma-informed therapist tailored to your unique goals. Using proven, evidence-based therapies, we help you break through barriers, heal from the past, and build practical tools for a brighter future. Step into a supportive space designed for your growth. Let’s move forward together.
My approach emphasizes the practice of mindfulness and is committed to inclusivity, and is trauma-informed and attachment- based. Within an experience of neuro-diversity affirming, Corinne is passionate about modeling resilience, compassion, gratitude and perseverance. Corinne has expertise with first responders, military and dependents, neurodivergent population, survivors of suicide. We will work together to explore what issues are negatively impacting on your life and proceed in the direction and pace as you determine your goals and priorities once you invite me to help guide you towards improved wellness and peace of mind.
My approach emphasizes the practice of mindfulness and is committed to inclusivity, and is trauma-informed and attachment- based. Within an experience of neuro-diversity affirming, Corinne is passionate about modeling resilience, compassion, gratitude and perseverance. Corinne has expertise with first responders, military and dependents, neurodivergent population, survivors of suicide. We will work together to explore what issues are negatively impacting on your life and proceed in the direction and pace as you determine your goals and priorities once you invite me to help guide you towards improved wellness and peace of mind.
Asking for help is not easy to do. I have great respect for the courage it takes to reach out and complete empathy for how vulnerable this can make us feel. I approach my practice with a genuine appreciation for the complexities that we experience as we journey through life. There can be a measure of comfort knowing you are not alone as you move through some of the 'sticky' stuff. That’s where counselling can help. Through collaboration and reflection, we will develop strategies specific to your needs- balancing acceptance/understanding for who we are with the need for creating change that moves you forward.
Asking for help is not easy to do. I have great respect for the courage it takes to reach out and complete empathy for how vulnerable this can make us feel. I approach my practice with a genuine appreciation for the complexities that we experience as we journey through life. There can be a measure of comfort knowing you are not alone as you move through some of the 'sticky' stuff. That’s where counselling can help. Through collaboration and reflection, we will develop strategies specific to your needs- balancing acceptance/understanding for who we are with the need for creating change that moves you forward.
I am a registered social worker with over 23 years of experience, holding a Master of Social Work with a clinical specialization from Ben Gurion University. My career began as a mental health officer, a role I held for a decade. Since moving to canada, I have worked in both the nonprofit sector, supporting individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment, and in the public healthcare system, focusing on community mental health. These diverse experiences have shaped my practice and deepened my commitment to meeting clients where they are.
I am a registered social worker with over 23 years of experience, holding a Master of Social Work with a clinical specialization from Ben Gurion University. My career began as a mental health officer, a role I held for a decade. Since moving to canada, I have worked in both the nonprofit sector, supporting individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment, and in the public healthcare system, focusing on community mental health. These diverse experiences have shaped my practice and deepened my commitment to meeting clients where they are.
Lori Lake
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Lower Sackville, NS B4C
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome. I am a registered social worker with over 20 years of experience. I completed my MSW degree specializing in clinical social work from U of C. I have worked in multiple health care settings with clients across the lifespan, including emergency care, primary and acute health care, life transitions, and most recently in community mental health and addictions. I am passionate about what I do and find great honor in being able to meet people where they are and helping them work through life’s challenges. I value a compassionate approach to therapy, where individuals feel heard and validated throughout their therapeutic journey.
Welcome. I am a registered social worker with over 20 years of experience. I completed my MSW degree specializing in clinical social work from U of C. I have worked in multiple health care settings with clients across the lifespan, including emergency care, primary and acute health care, life transitions, and most recently in community mental health and addictions. I am passionate about what I do and find great honor in being able to meet people where they are and helping them work through life’s challenges. I value a compassionate approach to therapy, where individuals feel heard and validated throughout their therapeutic journey.
Jodi Moore
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW
3 Endorsed
Lower Sackville, NS B4C
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help isn't easy, so if you've made it this far, it's taken courage and I'm proud of you. Life is filled with struggles that can impact us all, and I take pride in creating a safe space to help better manage lifes stressors. If you are struggling with low mood, lack of motivation, high anxiety, difficult stress, relationship challenges, addictions or how to process past traumas in an effective way, finding a therapist you can connect with is an important first step. I work alongside people appreciating you are the expert of your own life, while also working to provide support and encouragement to help you reach your goals.
Asking for help isn't easy, so if you've made it this far, it's taken courage and I'm proud of you. Life is filled with struggles that can impact us all, and I take pride in creating a safe space to help better manage lifes stressors. If you are struggling with low mood, lack of motivation, high anxiety, difficult stress, relationship challenges, addictions or how to process past traumas in an effective way, finding a therapist you can connect with is an important first step. I work alongside people appreciating you are the expert of your own life, while also working to provide support and encouragement to help you reach your goals.
Do you feel alone, disconnected from self and others? Do you have a hard time noticing your needs and are plagued with anxious thoughts? Do you wonder if life could be more meaningful and fulfilling? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. We help you make sense of your experiences and help you process the pain that life throws at you.
Do you feel alone, disconnected from self and others? Do you have a hard time noticing your needs and are plagued with anxious thoughts? Do you wonder if life could be more meaningful and fulfilling? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. We help you make sense of your experiences and help you process the pain that life throws at you.
It’s difficult to watch your usually thoughtful child/teen struggling with their big emotions. Your child, who is usually wise beyond their years, becomes quickly unglued. You’re pretty sure that anxiety, worries or low self-esteem are hiding under the big tears, emotional meltdowns, ‘sassy’ attitude and anger. While you desperately want to be there to support your child and help them through this turbulent time, the accumulation of stressors from the demands of life and parenting makes it hard for you to be the parent you want to be in those worst moments, leaving you feeling unsure of what will help.
It’s difficult to watch your usually thoughtful child/teen struggling with their big emotions. Your child, who is usually wise beyond their years, becomes quickly unglued. You’re pretty sure that anxiety, worries or low self-esteem are hiding under the big tears, emotional meltdowns, ‘sassy’ attitude and anger. While you desperately want to be there to support your child and help them through this turbulent time, the accumulation of stressors from the demands of life and parenting makes it hard for you to be the parent you want to be in those worst moments, leaving you feeling unsure of what will help.
Congratulations on seeking help; searching for a therapist is the first brave step you can take. My background is in individual and couples therapy. I graduated from UNB with a Master’s degree in Psychology Counselling (M.Ed.).
I have over 14 years of experience helping clients who struggle with mood disorders, narcissistic traits, family trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress management. If you’ve been feeling anxious, down, or stuck in old patterns, you don’t have to go through it alone. We’ll work together on practical tools you can use when life feels overwhelming.
Congratulations on seeking help; searching for a therapist is the first brave step you can take. My background is in individual and couples therapy. I graduated from UNB with a Master’s degree in Psychology Counselling (M.Ed.).
I have over 14 years of experience helping clients who struggle with mood disorders, narcissistic traits, family trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress management. If you’ve been feeling anxious, down, or stuck in old patterns, you don’t have to go through it alone. We’ll work together on practical tools you can use when life feels overwhelming.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're struggling with your mental health. You might feel stuck and disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward in your relationships, work, or personal growth. If you’ve been struggling to find joy or meaning, I’m here to help you explore where this may be stemming from. My goal is to help you reconnect with your sense of self, build healthier relationships, and create a life that feels authentic to you.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're struggling with your mental health. You might feel stuck and disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward in your relationships, work, or personal growth. If you’ve been struggling to find joy or meaning, I’m here to help you explore where this may be stemming from. My goal is to help you reconnect with your sense of self, build healthier relationships, and create a life that feels authentic to you.
Are you seeking effective solutions to your challenges and value personalized assistance and long-term growth? Do you want strategies that make your challenges more manageable, along with a trusted partner to walk alongside you in the journey? Lets connect! I can help in navigating issues such as (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, self-confidence, and burnout. Additionally, if you’re unsure about exactly what you're looking for, that's perfectly okay. Sometimes having a conversation and exploring your feelings can help uncover what you need most right now. I’m here to support you wherever you are in your journey.
Are you seeking effective solutions to your challenges and value personalized assistance and long-term growth? Do you want strategies that make your challenges more manageable, along with a trusted partner to walk alongside you in the journey? Lets connect! I can help in navigating issues such as (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, self-confidence, and burnout. Additionally, if you’re unsure about exactly what you're looking for, that's perfectly okay. Sometimes having a conversation and exploring your feelings can help uncover what you need most right now. I’m here to support you wherever you are in your journey.
Currently Accepting New Clients. Specializing in Couples, Addiction, Anxiety & Depression. I bring to my practice a welcoming and friendly personal style that puts clients at ease allowing them to communicate their needs and goals within a safe non-judgmental atmosphere. I worked in many clinical health care settings before venturing into private practice, which has brought into my work a well- breadth of clinical experience, including a wide array of therapeutic approaches, that I have successfully integrated while working with with hundreds of clients over the past 26 plus years.
Currently Accepting New Clients. Specializing in Couples, Addiction, Anxiety & Depression. I bring to my practice a welcoming and friendly personal style that puts clients at ease allowing them to communicate their needs and goals within a safe non-judgmental atmosphere. I worked in many clinical health care settings before venturing into private practice, which has brought into my work a well- breadth of clinical experience, including a wide array of therapeutic approaches, that I have successfully integrated while working with with hundreds of clients over the past 26 plus years.
Seeking help can be hard. I admire your strength! Therapy with me is a space to slow things down & look more closely at what’s happening for you. I'm here to help you ease the internal chaos, feel in control again, and let go of any self sabotage. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or the lasting weight of depression that leaves you feeling unseen or disconnected. At times, it might feel like you are giving so much to others while quietly carrying your own pain. Therapy can provide a supportive space to move beyond these patterns and begin building a more grounded and fulfilling life.
Seeking help can be hard. I admire your strength! Therapy with me is a space to slow things down & look more closely at what’s happening for you. I'm here to help you ease the internal chaos, feel in control again, and let go of any self sabotage. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or the lasting weight of depression that leaves you feeling unseen or disconnected. At times, it might feel like you are giving so much to others while quietly carrying your own pain. Therapy can provide a supportive space to move beyond these patterns and begin building a more grounded and fulfilling life.
We are a team of social work therapists who support individuals seeking tools to self-regulate, find calm or reduce anxiety, to build safety in their lives and relationships, or to understand and process the impact of relational trauma in their lives. We work to help reduce triggers and impacts of trauma while developing tools and skills to maintain a more balanced life. We work from a gentle process of trust-building without pressure on their journey. We recognize the importance of a therapeutic relationship built on a strong foundation of trust, honesty, non-judgement, respect, and transparency.
We are a team of social work therapists who support individuals seeking tools to self-regulate, find calm or reduce anxiety, to build safety in their lives and relationships, or to understand and process the impact of relational trauma in their lives. We work to help reduce triggers and impacts of trauma while developing tools and skills to maintain a more balanced life. We work from a gentle process of trust-building without pressure on their journey. We recognize the importance of a therapeutic relationship built on a strong foundation of trust, honesty, non-judgement, respect, and transparency.
I offer both in-person and virtual appointments for counselling therapy at Aura Women's Wellness in the Hydrostone area of Halifax. I provide a safe and inclusive space where you can work through challenging emotions and get your bearings when navigating a tough time. My intention is to provide a time and space where you can fully express yourself openly and honestly. I welcome the opportunity to support you with whatever you are going through and hope to provide you with additional insights, tools, and strategies to gently move you forward in your healing.
I offer both in-person and virtual appointments for counselling therapy at Aura Women's Wellness in the Hydrostone area of Halifax. I provide a safe and inclusive space where you can work through challenging emotions and get your bearings when navigating a tough time. My intention is to provide a time and space where you can fully express yourself openly and honestly. I welcome the opportunity to support you with whatever you are going through and hope to provide you with additional insights, tools, and strategies to gently move you forward in your healing.
At different points in life, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, confused, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. These experiences can build over time, leaving you feeling disconnected from your usual sense of calm, clarity, or confidence. When life feels this way, having a space where your inner experience is met with genuine curiosity, understanding, and compassion, rather than pressure or judgment, can help you make sense of what’s happening inside, build resilience, move foward and better cope with future obstacles.
At different points in life, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, confused, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. These experiences can build over time, leaving you feeling disconnected from your usual sense of calm, clarity, or confidence. When life feels this way, having a space where your inner experience is met with genuine curiosity, understanding, and compassion, rather than pressure or judgment, can help you make sense of what’s happening inside, build resilience, move foward and better cope with future obstacles.
The seeds of change live in all of us. And with the right support, you’d be surprised at how quickly change can happen. At Seagram & Associates, we empower our clients with the support and tools they need to enrich their lives, improve their mental health and inspire growth and development – in life, in work, and in relationships. We believe in our clients and in their capacity to create meaningful change in their lives. We believe that good mental health and wellness are achievable for everyone. And no matter what challenges our clients face, we believe we can help.
The seeds of change live in all of us. And with the right support, you’d be surprised at how quickly change can happen. At Seagram & Associates, we empower our clients with the support and tools they need to enrich their lives, improve their mental health and inspire growth and development – in life, in work, and in relationships. We believe in our clients and in their capacity to create meaningful change in their lives. We believe that good mental health and wellness are achievable for everyone. And no matter what challenges our clients face, we believe we can help.
I work with individuals and couples (18+).
I help people seeking to understand or change their relationship with substances, which can include reducing their use or exploring sobriety.
I also work with couples (all relationship structures) experiencing high conflict, feeling disconnected, stuck or more like roommates.
My work with individuals and couples also includes managing perfectionism and self-criticism, anxiety, stress and burnout, navigating complex relationship or family dynamics including coparenting, step-parenting and blended families.
I work with individuals and couples (18+).
I help people seeking to understand or change their relationship with substances, which can include reducing their use or exploring sobriety.
I also work with couples (all relationship structures) experiencing high conflict, feeling disconnected, stuck or more like roommates.
My work with individuals and couples also includes managing perfectionism and self-criticism, anxiety, stress and burnout, navigating complex relationship or family dynamics including coparenting, step-parenting and blended families.
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