Female Therapists in Windsor, NS

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Emilie Zimmer
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to process a painful experience? Perhaps you're noticing that certain patterns are holding you back from accepting and expressing yourself more fully. I work with teens (16+) and adults who are navigating complex challenges (addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, divorce/separation) and looking for support in unfolding their own unique pathways to self-understanding, healing and growth.
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to process a painful experience? Perhaps you're noticing that certain patterns are holding you back from accepting and expressing yourself more fully. I work with teens (16+) and adults who are navigating complex challenges (addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, divorce/separation) and looking for support in unfolding their own unique pathways to self-understanding, healing and growth.
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Katie MacDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, RPC-C
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
Sometimes things in life feel too big and too hard to face alone. Perhaps you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief. You might need help navigating codependency, tricky relationship dynamics, challenges with substance use, compulsive behavior, or postpartum support. Maybe you want to explore your gender/sexual identity. Counselling can help you better cope with your struggles, work through mental health challenges, face addiction, and find clarity, hope, and healing. Our time together is judgment-free in a space cultivated with safety, trust, and empathy. I strive to be an anti-oppressive, sex and kink-positive practitioner.
Sometimes things in life feel too big and too hard to face alone. Perhaps you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief. You might need help navigating codependency, tricky relationship dynamics, challenges with substance use, compulsive behavior, or postpartum support. Maybe you want to explore your gender/sexual identity. Counselling can help you better cope with your struggles, work through mental health challenges, face addiction, and find clarity, hope, and healing. Our time together is judgment-free in a space cultivated with safety, trust, and empathy. I strive to be an anti-oppressive, sex and kink-positive practitioner.
(782) 800-5646 View (782) 800-5646
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Jillian Dollimont Equus: Equine Assisted Cnslng
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
Hi, my name is Jillian and I offer evidence based therapy with the option of incorporating horses into the therapy process (Equine Assisted Counselling). I work with adults, youth and children; and focus on treatment of anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social-emotional challenges, and processing difficult life changes. Animal assisted therapy comes with special benefits to our well-being. But including animals in the counselling process is up to you! If you prefer to sit and talk in my office, we can do that, too! You (and/or your children) deserve to feel better and enjoy life. Let's get there together.
Hi, my name is Jillian and I offer evidence based therapy with the option of incorporating horses into the therapy process (Equine Assisted Counselling). I work with adults, youth and children; and focus on treatment of anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-esteem, social-emotional challenges, and processing difficult life changes. Animal assisted therapy comes with special benefits to our well-being. But including animals in the counselling process is up to you! If you prefer to sit and talk in my office, we can do that, too! You (and/or your children) deserve to feel better and enjoy life. Let's get there together.
(902) 905-3650 View (902) 905-3650
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Sarah Faye Hergett
Counsellor, MEd, MPAM, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N  (Online Only)
ADHD treatment for females of all ages needs to be specific to their unique needs and experience.
ADHD. Anxiety. Work and life stress. Relationships, Insomnia. Grief and more. Are you overwhelmed with expectations, challenged by time, organization, procrastination, struggle with emotional regulation, impulsivity, attention, rejection sensitivity, low self esteem? Do you have difficulty falling or staying asleep? Is anxiety or depression getting in the way of the things you want to do? Are you burned out, feeling undervalued and overworked at your job? Experiencing grief and loss? Struggling in a relationship? Or maybe you are living with the effects of trauma, not aware of trauma triggers, exhausted and suffering.
ADHD treatment for females of all ages needs to be specific to their unique needs and experience.
ADHD. Anxiety. Work and life stress. Relationships, Insomnia. Grief and more. Are you overwhelmed with expectations, challenged by time, organization, procrastination, struggle with emotional regulation, impulsivity, attention, rejection sensitivity, low self esteem? Do you have difficulty falling or staying asleep? Is anxiety or depression getting in the way of the things you want to do? Are you burned out, feeling undervalued and overworked at your job? Experiencing grief and loss? Struggling in a relationship? Or maybe you are living with the effects of trauma, not aware of trauma triggers, exhausted and suffering.
(902) 915-4225 View (902) 915-4225
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Raeanne Bekkers
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
Have you or your child been struggling with something difficult for awhile? If you’re willing to try and talk about the situation, and make some small changes over time, therapy is bound to help you feel better than you do right now. We all go through hard times, and it's good to get some help for the challenges you are facing. I have worked as a counselor in schools with youth for 6 years, and enjoy helping people of all ages find encouragement, healing and growth in their life journey. My counseling sessions are in safe, quiet, confidential spaces. Please reach out for a free 15 minute phone call if you have questions.
Have you or your child been struggling with something difficult for awhile? If you’re willing to try and talk about the situation, and make some small changes over time, therapy is bound to help you feel better than you do right now. We all go through hard times, and it's good to get some help for the challenges you are facing. I have worked as a counselor in schools with youth for 6 years, and enjoy helping people of all ages find encouragement, healing and growth in their life journey. My counseling sessions are in safe, quiet, confidential spaces. Please reach out for a free 15 minute phone call if you have questions.
(782) 492-0085 View (782) 492-0085
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Robyn Levy
Registered Counselling Therapist-Candidate, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor, NS B0N
I believe the way in which we each uniquely interpret our world informs our experience in it. In our work together, part of my role is to walk along side you while we work to better understand your inner experiences, find ways to attend to your needs and move towards healing. I strive to provide an environment which feels safe, warm, nonjudgmental, and where you feel comfortable to show up exactly as you are. I strongly believe that the strength of our relationships with others and sense of security within those relationships has a tremendous impact on our mental health and well-being.
I believe the way in which we each uniquely interpret our world informs our experience in it. In our work together, part of my role is to walk along side you while we work to better understand your inner experiences, find ways to attend to your needs and move towards healing. I strive to provide an environment which feels safe, warm, nonjudgmental, and where you feel comfortable to show up exactly as you are. I strongly believe that the strength of our relationships with others and sense of security within those relationships has a tremendous impact on our mental health and well-being.
(782) 201-3865 View (782) 201-3865
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Kim Therriault
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
I believe powerful healing can take place when our stories and emotions are witnessed and validated. I aim to create a warm and safe landing space for you that is full of unconditional acceptance. A place where old wounds can be brought into the light, and our authentic selves can come out from hiding. My work is collaborative and I welcome all parts of you, even (especially!) the angry, rejected parts.
I believe powerful healing can take place when our stories and emotions are witnessed and validated. I aim to create a warm and safe landing space for you that is full of unconditional acceptance. A place where old wounds can be brought into the light, and our authentic selves can come out from hiding. My work is collaborative and I welcome all parts of you, even (especially!) the angry, rejected parts.
(782) 201-0257 View (782) 201-0257
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Karen Cox
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor, NS B0N
Feeling overwhelmed? Difficulties managing your emotions? Stuck in depression, anxiety, grief, or chronic pain? Finding your relationship(s) a challenge? I have over two decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families facing mental health issues, trauma/PTSD, difficulties with interpersonal relationships, chronic pain, grief, life transitions, and sexuality. I don't condone toxic positivity, but I do believe in radical acceptance. That doesn't translate into complacency, but acceptance that there are limits to our ability to control our surroundings.
Feeling overwhelmed? Difficulties managing your emotions? Stuck in depression, anxiety, grief, or chronic pain? Finding your relationship(s) a challenge? I have over two decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families facing mental health issues, trauma/PTSD, difficulties with interpersonal relationships, chronic pain, grief, life transitions, and sexuality. I don't condone toxic positivity, but I do believe in radical acceptance. That doesn't translate into complacency, but acceptance that there are limits to our ability to control our surroundings.
(782) 201-3751 View (782) 201-3751
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Heather Gray
Counsellor, MEd, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor, NS B0N
Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed or stuck? Have you experienced trauma or loss? Is anxiety impacting your daily life? Do you find yourself asking “Who am I?” or “What do I want my life to be?” I can offer you a calm and quiet space where I use an integrative approach to therapy, drawing on many different strategies to meet the unique needs of each individual. Art is a powerful tool that I use sometimes to help clients express and accept feelings; to explore a sense of self; and to reduce stress. Mindfulness, nature-based therapies, and a trauma-informed approach are also part of my practice.
Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed or stuck? Have you experienced trauma or loss? Is anxiety impacting your daily life? Do you find yourself asking “Who am I?” or “What do I want my life to be?” I can offer you a calm and quiet space where I use an integrative approach to therapy, drawing on many different strategies to meet the unique needs of each individual. Art is a powerful tool that I use sometimes to help clients express and accept feelings; to explore a sense of self; and to reduce stress. Mindfulness, nature-based therapies, and a trauma-informed approach are also part of my practice.
(782) 400-6340 View (782) 400-6340
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Rubina Gogna
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Windsor, NS B0N
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT'S* I am so glad you are here and putting forth your needs first or maybe you are here because your friend or family member needs support or you are just tired of feeling this ‘Numb’ feeling and you want some answers as to “Why are you feeling this way? or asking yourself “Why don’t I feel happy or sad anymore?”, “Why am I like this?”, What is wrong with me? If I have made you question yourself right now then you are in the right place with the right person. As your therapist, I will help you explore all these feelings and will support you for your Mindful Comeback starting at your own pace.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENT'S* I am so glad you are here and putting forth your needs first or maybe you are here because your friend or family member needs support or you are just tired of feeling this ‘Numb’ feeling and you want some answers as to “Why are you feeling this way? or asking yourself “Why don’t I feel happy or sad anymore?”, “Why am I like this?”, What is wrong with me? If I have made you question yourself right now then you are in the right place with the right person. As your therapist, I will help you explore all these feelings and will support you for your Mindful Comeback starting at your own pace.
(289) 204-4945 View (289) 204-4945
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Inna Viriasova
Counsellor, PhD, MEd, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Windsor, NS B0N
I support individuals and couples who want to improve their relationships, and adults and teens who experience anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, or significant life changes. I also enjoy working with professors and students, immigrants, neurodiverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and I know from experience that reaching out for help can be scary. I also know that therapy can be life changing. My counselling style is gentle and compassionate, geared to help you gain a deeper understanding of your struggles, cultivate self-acceptance, and foster personal and relational growth.
I support individuals and couples who want to improve their relationships, and adults and teens who experience anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, or significant life changes. I also enjoy working with professors and students, immigrants, neurodiverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and I know from experience that reaching out for help can be scary. I also know that therapy can be life changing. My counselling style is gentle and compassionate, geared to help you gain a deeper understanding of your struggles, cultivate self-acceptance, and foster personal and relational growth.
(782) 821-5380 View (782) 821-5380

More Therapists Nearby

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Behind the Clouds Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Mount Uniacke, NS B0N
Changing negative thoughts, feelings and beliefs takes work. Change is never an easy process, but nothing worth doing is. Where there is struggle there is also opportunity for growth. Together we can sort through past traumas & stress. Our goal is to help you to get the most out of your life. Everyone gets lost from time to time, there is no shame in that. I am here to support you and to help you to find your way out of the darkness and back into the light . It is always darkest right before the dawn. "No matter how long the storm lasts, the sun always shines behind the clouds" Khalil Gibran. You can change your life for the better.
Changing negative thoughts, feelings and beliefs takes work. Change is never an easy process, but nothing worth doing is. Where there is struggle there is also opportunity for growth. Together we can sort through past traumas & stress. Our goal is to help you to get the most out of your life. Everyone gets lost from time to time, there is no shame in that. I am here to support you and to help you to find your way out of the darkness and back into the light . It is always darkest right before the dawn. "No matter how long the storm lasts, the sun always shines behind the clouds" Khalil Gibran. You can change your life for the better.
(782) 822-2425 View (782) 822-2425
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Jylian C MacLeod
Counsellor, MA, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Stewiacke, NS B0N
In my practice, I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress. Life can be challenging sometimes, and my clients often tell me that they have so much going on in their lives that they’re struggling to manage their emotions and be the best version of themselves. Many of my clients also have stressors such as historical traumas, work, complicated relationships, blended families, and different parenting styles that are impacting on their ability to stay ahead.
In my practice, I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress. Life can be challenging sometimes, and my clients often tell me that they have so much going on in their lives that they’re struggling to manage their emotions and be the best version of themselves. Many of my clients also have stressors such as historical traumas, work, complicated relationships, blended families, and different parenting styles that are impacting on their ability to stay ahead.
(902) 907-5525 View (902) 907-5525
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Amy Pinnell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Stewiacke, NS B0N  (Online Only)
You aim to live in a way that doesn’t let anyone else down but are noticing that in doing so, you are letting yourself down and your own needs are not being met. You feel conflicted and anxious because “don’t good people always show up for others? Then, why do I feel hollow, lost, and unfulfilled?” You are noticing that something is off-balance in your life, and you are curious about what is it that YOU like, want, need, and desire. You wonder, “could it be possible to live a life that aligns with my true self?”
You aim to live in a way that doesn’t let anyone else down but are noticing that in doing so, you are letting yourself down and your own needs are not being met. You feel conflicted and anxious because “don’t good people always show up for others? Then, why do I feel hollow, lost, and unfulfilled?” You are noticing that something is off-balance in your life, and you are curious about what is it that YOU like, want, need, and desire. You wonder, “could it be possible to live a life that aligns with my true self?”
(902) 909-5663 View (902) 909-5663
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Nancy Hanlon
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mount Uniacke, NS B0N
Do you feel weighted by the challenges before you? Are your go to strategies and ways of doing things not working the way they use to? Are you looking for ways to shift the stress, angst and anxiety in your life, yet not sure of the next steps. It takes courage for people to move through life's transitions, challenges and emotional pain. I support you in developing a sense of inner safety, sense of self and confidence in your capacity to be with your life's challenges and recognize your inner strengths and resoucefullness.
Do you feel weighted by the challenges before you? Are your go to strategies and ways of doing things not working the way they use to? Are you looking for ways to shift the stress, angst and anxiety in your life, yet not sure of the next steps. It takes courage for people to move through life's transitions, challenges and emotional pain. I support you in developing a sense of inner safety, sense of self and confidence in your capacity to be with your life's challenges and recognize your inner strengths and resoucefullness.
(782) 821-5323 View (782) 821-5323
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Jodi Moore
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Uniacke, NS B0N
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.
(782) 825-6558 View (782) 825-6558

Online Therapists

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Jenny Reich
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCT-C
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K  (Online Only)
My approach to counselling and psychotherapy is client-centred and trauma-informed. I work with older adolescents and adults with a diverse range of concerns, to increase their sense of confidence and well-being. I am based in Nova Scotia and am currently offering online therapy to Canadian clients. In our work together, you will bring your knowledge of yourself, your experience, and your hopes for the future. I will incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at broadening your awareness and decreasing your distress.
My approach to counselling and psychotherapy is client-centred and trauma-informed. I work with older adolescents and adults with a diverse range of concerns, to increase their sense of confidence and well-being. I am based in Nova Scotia and am currently offering online therapy to Canadian clients. In our work together, you will bring your knowledge of yourself, your experience, and your hopes for the future. I will incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at broadening your awareness and decreasing your distress.
(902) 201-9259 View (902) 201-9259
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Deanna Rafuse Poole
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Tantallon, NS B3Z  (Online Only)
I am Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, experienced in supporting couples with issues like communication styles, betrayal, serious or chronic illness, and non-heteronormative relationships. I have completed Levels 1 & 2 of Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, and draw from these modalities when working with couples, or with individuals seeking better communication skills. For individuals living with anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions such as Menopause, divorce, or feeling "stuck", my therapeutic approach can be matched to your learning style and needs, recognizing that therapy is a collaborative process.
I am Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, experienced in supporting couples with issues like communication styles, betrayal, serious or chronic illness, and non-heteronormative relationships. I have completed Levels 1 & 2 of Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, and draw from these modalities when working with couples, or with individuals seeking better communication skills. For individuals living with anxiety, depression, or difficult life transitions such as Menopause, divorce, or feeling "stuck", my therapeutic approach can be matched to your learning style and needs, recognizing that therapy is a collaborative process.
(782) 822-5166 View (782) 822-5166
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Emily Miller
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dartmouth, NS B3A
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and other general mental health concerns.
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and other general mental health concerns.
(782) 312-0166 View (782) 312-0166
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Shelley Long, Art Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, DTATI
Verified Verified
Antigonish, NS B2G
I am an Art Therapist who is passionate about helping adults navigate complex issues using the creative process. I offer individual and group Art Therapy sessions for those who are seeking mental health support that differs from talk therapy. Using a person centred and strength based approach, I strive to create a safe space where clients can reconnect to dormant parts of themselves and find meaning and joy through art making. I have practiced art therapy with diverse populations in a wide range of settings such as; inpatient mental health settings, outpatient oncology, long term care homes, and weekend holistic retreats.
I am an Art Therapist who is passionate about helping adults navigate complex issues using the creative process. I offer individual and group Art Therapy sessions for those who are seeking mental health support that differs from talk therapy. Using a person centred and strength based approach, I strive to create a safe space where clients can reconnect to dormant parts of themselves and find meaning and joy through art making. I have practiced art therapy with diverse populations in a wide range of settings such as; inpatient mental health settings, outpatient oncology, long term care homes, and weekend holistic retreats.
(902) 518-5044 View (902) 518-5044

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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.