Female Therapists in Sydney, NS
Amiee Wilson Counselling
Counsellor, BIS, MACP, RHN, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1S (Online Only)
Step into a journey tailored to your needs on every level – physical, social, mental, and spiritual. If you're seeking support to combat mental health challenges and understand yourself deeply, you're in the right place. My holistic approach delves into the core of your being, unraveling the connections between your physical, social, mental, and spiritual well-being. Together, we'll empower you with insights that foster balance and renewal. Are you ready for a transformative journey towards understanding and holistic wellness? Let's start this chapter together, guiding you towards a more empowered, resilient you.
Step into a journey tailored to your needs on every level – physical, social, mental, and spiritual. If you're seeking support to combat mental health challenges and understand yourself deeply, you're in the right place. My holistic approach delves into the core of your being, unraveling the connections between your physical, social, mental, and spiritual well-being. Together, we'll empower you with insights that foster balance and renewal. Are you ready for a transformative journey towards understanding and holistic wellness? Let's start this chapter together, guiding you towards a more empowered, resilient you.
Colleen D'Orsay
Counsellor, MACP, RCT
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1L
I assist clients who are struggling with grief, addictions, trauma and PTSD to learn how to heal, cope and live their best life based on their own personal values and belief systems. I have an affinity for working with Veterans, First Responders and First Nations People.
I assist clients who are struggling with grief, addictions, trauma and PTSD to learn how to heal, cope and live their best life based on their own personal values and belief systems. I have an affinity for working with Veterans, First Responders and First Nations People.
Break Free Counselling Ltd.
Counsellor, BACS, BEd, MEd, CCC-Q, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
Life is sometimes tough & you don't have to face it alone. Counselling can help and you deserve it. Break Free Counselling Ltd. is here to support and work with you as you navigate challenges. With a warm & genuine approach, the focus is always on ensuring you feel heard, respected, safe & valued within a space of non-judgment. Sometimes a good laugh and some added humour can help as well. Trauma care is here and statistics show that most of us have experienced some form. Sometimes, we don't even realize what is troubling us, but not always. So much human suffering can be treated with a trauma-informed and EMDR-trained therapist.
Life is sometimes tough & you don't have to face it alone. Counselling can help and you deserve it. Break Free Counselling Ltd. is here to support and work with you as you navigate challenges. With a warm & genuine approach, the focus is always on ensuring you feel heard, respected, safe & valued within a space of non-judgment. Sometimes a good laugh and some added humour can help as well. Trauma care is here and statistics show that most of us have experienced some form. Sometimes, we don't even realize what is troubling us, but not always. So much human suffering can be treated with a trauma-informed and EMDR-trained therapist.
Cape Breton Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
Accepting new clients! (November 2023). Life is unpredictable and ever-changing. There are times in all of our lives where the support of others is necessary in order to be our best selves, the self which is aligned with our true nature. Whether you are experiencing a difficult transition, on the edge of change, questioning your sense of self and place in the world, dealing with difficult experiences or are just not feeling your best and don’t know why, counselling can be a useful process in your continual growth. I will work with you to create a safe space to explore and set goals for your life. 902-563-6231
Accepting new clients! (November 2023). Life is unpredictable and ever-changing. There are times in all of our lives where the support of others is necessary in order to be our best selves, the self which is aligned with our true nature. Whether you are experiencing a difficult transition, on the edge of change, questioning your sense of self and place in the world, dealing with difficult experiences or are just not feeling your best and don’t know why, counselling can be a useful process in your continual growth. I will work with you to create a safe space to explore and set goals for your life. 902-563-6231
Tess Frampton
Counsellor, BA , MA, CCC, RCT-C, ND
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1S (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Tess is an empathic, kind, and nonjudgmental counsellor who is passionate about helping individuals overcome their struggles with mental health, and cultivate the self-compassion needed to heal from past traumas. Stress and anxiety, depression, behaviour and relationship difficulties have feelings of shame and self-criticism at their core. Directing compassion toward ourselves can allow us to feel safe and accepted, giving us the caring motivation to work through our suffering, to change unhelpful patterns, connect with our values, and get the most out of our life.
Accepting new clients! Tess is an empathic, kind, and nonjudgmental counsellor who is passionate about helping individuals overcome their struggles with mental health, and cultivate the self-compassion needed to heal from past traumas. Stress and anxiety, depression, behaviour and relationship difficulties have feelings of shame and self-criticism at their core. Directing compassion toward ourselves can allow us to feel safe and accepted, giving us the caring motivation to work through our suffering, to change unhelpful patterns, connect with our values, and get the most out of our life.
O'Brien Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, BA, MC, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1P
The therapist relationship entails working together to achieve the goals of the client as well as cultivate a stronger sense of self through the process. Kelly's approachable, authentic demeanor is a key factor in building rapport and curative relationships. Her goal is to assist the client in connecting the dots and recognizing disruptive patterns of behavior.
The therapist relationship entails working together to achieve the goals of the client as well as cultivate a stronger sense of self through the process. Kelly's approachable, authentic demeanor is a key factor in building rapport and curative relationships. Her goal is to assist the client in connecting the dots and recognizing disruptive patterns of behavior.
Miranda Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, BSW, BA, RSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Miranda, and I'm excited that you've taken the courageous step towards seeking the support you deserve. My passion is to support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in need. I aim to create a safe, nurturing space for healing and goal achievement. I employ a trauma-informed approach, place a high priority on cultural sensitivity, and embrace a biopsychosocial systems perspective to empower clients on their healing journey. I tailor treatment plans to align with each individual's unique experiences and specific needs.
Hello! I'm Miranda, and I'm excited that you've taken the courageous step towards seeking the support you deserve. My passion is to support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in need. I aim to create a safe, nurturing space for healing and goal achievement. I employ a trauma-informed approach, place a high priority on cultural sensitivity, and embrace a biopsychosocial systems perspective to empower clients on their healing journey. I tailor treatment plans to align with each individual's unique experiences and specific needs.
Pathlight Counselling Ltd. (Brittany Orav-Lakaski)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1S (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The painful events we experience can have a lasting impact on our mental health, our relationships, and how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. This is the understanding from which I center my practice. I help clients better understand their inner experiences, attend to their own needs, and to heal from the past. My clients have described my approach as warm, non-judgemental, and authentic.
The painful events we experience can have a lasting impact on our mental health, our relationships, and how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. This is the understanding from which I center my practice. I help clients better understand their inner experiences, attend to their own needs, and to heal from the past. My clients have described my approach as warm, non-judgemental, and authentic.
Aimee Donovan
Counsellor, MC, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
Hello! I have over 17 years of experience in the helping profession with the majority focused on providing counselling and mental health related programming to children, youth and their families through the education and public health system. I am registered with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (candidate) and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Sand tray and Play Based Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
Hello! I have over 17 years of experience in the helping profession with the majority focused on providing counselling and mental health related programming to children, youth and their families through the education and public health system. I am registered with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (candidate) and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Sand tray and Play Based Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
Binczak Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CSAT, CCAC, CCS-AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1S (Online Only)
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
Katrina Paruch
Registered Counselling Therapist-Candidate, BA, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1P (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Down? Alone? Wondering if things are "bad enough" for counselling? You don't have to wait until you are in crisis to reach out! Sometimes life can feel messy, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help by providing you with a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings, with compassionate, professional guidance and support. I take a person-centered, collaborative approach, tailoring the counselling experience to your unique situation and needs. I work with individuals (16+), couples, and current and former clergy members from all faith traditions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Down? Alone? Wondering if things are "bad enough" for counselling? You don't have to wait until you are in crisis to reach out! Sometimes life can feel messy, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help by providing you with a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings, with compassionate, professional guidance and support. I take a person-centered, collaborative approach, tailoring the counselling experience to your unique situation and needs. I work with individuals (16+), couples, and current and former clergy members from all faith traditions.
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Jennifer MacLellan Counselling
Counsellor, MACP, RCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1P
I am honored to work alongside my clients as they begin (or continue) their path to healing. We therapists like to say “meet people where they are” in their healing journey, which means you can come to me with an established plan and clear goals, or completely confused about where to even start. I use a person-centered approach that assumes you are the expert on your own life. Together we can work on coping strategies for anxiety, depression, social skills, emotions, processing trauma, developing greater resilience, self-compassion, care, and confidence.
I am honored to work alongside my clients as they begin (or continue) their path to healing. We therapists like to say “meet people where they are” in their healing journey, which means you can come to me with an established plan and clear goals, or completely confused about where to even start. I use a person-centered approach that assumes you are the expert on your own life. Together we can work on coping strategies for anxiety, depression, social skills, emotions, processing trauma, developing greater resilience, self-compassion, care, and confidence.
Brenda F Gear
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, Inuit
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is to create a safe space for opportunities where clients can express and explore their personal stories that is strength-based and future oriented. I do that through talk therapy that poses traumatic experiences can alter our world-views; sometimes for long periods of time. The first step in change is believing in why you are here. The rest can be achieved over time as we share insight into your experiences. As an Indigenous social worker I can contextualize your experiences through social and political contexts in contemporary and historical Canadian policy.
My approach to therapy is to create a safe space for opportunities where clients can express and explore their personal stories that is strength-based and future oriented. I do that through talk therapy that poses traumatic experiences can alter our world-views; sometimes for long periods of time. The first step in change is believing in why you are here. The rest can be achieved over time as we share insight into your experiences. As an Indigenous social worker I can contextualize your experiences through social and political contexts in contemporary and historical Canadian policy.
Laura Young Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
You know, life is certainly not easy given the many worries, stresses, and losses in our world today. With all the demands and stress placed on peoples’ time and energy these days, even the strongest person needs a helping and supportive hand. Trying to balance life, and feeling like you constantly have to show up for others, is exhausting - leaving no time and energy to nurture your own needs. You are not alone! I understand that people are unique and therefore attune therapy to meet you where you are.
You know, life is certainly not easy given the many worries, stresses, and losses in our world today. With all the demands and stress placed on peoples’ time and energy these days, even the strongest person needs a helping and supportive hand. Trying to balance life, and feeling like you constantly have to show up for others, is exhausting - leaving no time and energy to nurture your own needs. You are not alone! I understand that people are unique and therefore attune therapy to meet you where you are.
Julienne Marie Cordy
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1P
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, it’s because you had the courage and strength to take that first step in getting help, and I would love to assist you with the next steps. My priority is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be seen, heard, and understood, as well as offer emotional support and tools to help you work through your challenges and achieve your goals. I'm trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and biopsychosocial systems oriented to empower clients on their healing journey and tailor treatment plans to each individuals unique experiences and needs.
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, it’s because you had the courage and strength to take that first step in getting help, and I would love to assist you with the next steps. My priority is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to be seen, heard, and understood, as well as offer emotional support and tools to help you work through your challenges and achieve your goals. I'm trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and biopsychosocial systems oriented to empower clients on their healing journey and tailor treatment plans to each individuals unique experiences and needs.
Darlene Kyte
Counsellor, PhD, MEd, RCT-C, CCS, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NS B1P
Life is often difficult and trying to navigate challenges alone can seem impossible. I offer a supportive and safe space to explore both personal and professional issues. My approach is compassionate and person-centred and I draw on 25 years experience in the counselling field where I have practiced as a counsellor and also taught in a master’s level counselling program at the university level. We will work together to create a new understanding of your life circumstances as we strive to achieve your counselling goals.
Life is often difficult and trying to navigate challenges alone can seem impossible. I offer a supportive and safe space to explore both personal and professional issues. My approach is compassionate and person-centred and I draw on 25 years experience in the counselling field where I have practiced as a counsellor and also taught in a master’s level counselling program at the university level. We will work together to create a new understanding of your life circumstances as we strive to achieve your counselling goals.
Marie D Myers
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P
Coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, multi-generational trauma, loss, OCD, or life stressors can become overwhelming. Whether you choose equine assisted therapy, video, or phone, we will work together to develop your treatment plan.
Coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, multi-generational trauma, loss, OCD, or life stressors can become overwhelming. Whether you choose equine assisted therapy, video, or phone, we will work together to develop your treatment plan.
Forging Forward Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RRP, TITC-CT
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1M
Counsellors at Forging Forward Counselling Services are with our clients on their journey, every step of the way! Our counsellor works with the client using approaches that foster self-determination and promote resiliency. We believe that people have a natural and intrinsic tendency to behave in effective and healthy ways. We understand that enduring recovery is an continuous process that requires a customizable treatment plan based on each client or group's specific needs.
Counsellors at Forging Forward Counselling Services are with our clients on their journey, every step of the way! Our counsellor works with the client using approaches that foster self-determination and promote resiliency. We believe that people have a natural and intrinsic tendency to behave in effective and healthy ways. We understand that enduring recovery is an continuous process that requires a customizable treatment plan based on each client or group's specific needs.
Ainsley Fraser
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P (Online Only)
I support both adolescents (13+) and adults who are working through issues such as loss (ambiguous or tangible - grief of life lost, of what could have been, of a changed self or loved one from illness or injury, of a former life stage or role); (dis)Ability and neurodivergence - special interest and many years experience in acquired brain injury; “burnout” or fatigue from caregiving invisibly (family, parenting) or as a professional helper; being in your body (self-image, toxic beauty standards, competitive curation); & reproductive health (fertility, abortion).
I support both adolescents (13+) and adults who are working through issues such as loss (ambiguous or tangible - grief of life lost, of what could have been, of a changed self or loved one from illness or injury, of a former life stage or role); (dis)Ability and neurodivergence - special interest and many years experience in acquired brain injury; “burnout” or fatigue from caregiving invisibly (family, parenting) or as a professional helper; being in your body (self-image, toxic beauty standards, competitive curation); & reproductive health (fertility, abortion).
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Sydney, NS B1P (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.