Online Counselling for Bedford

Are you and your partner always at eachother? Are you feeling tired of fighting day in and day out? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and I can help! I am here to help you figure out the cycle of conflict that is eating away at your relationship. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) which assists in processing any trauma that may be standing in the way as well. Let's work together so you can have the relationship you have always wanted. I offer direct billing, and offer evening and weekend appointments. I can't wait to work together!

Currently accepting new clients in person and remotely! Welcome! You, the client, are the expert of your life. Taking the first step of reaching out for support is a courageous act! You deserve to feel your best and be celebrated in your efforts along the way. You may be eager to begin your therapeutic journey or hesitant - both feelings are okay. I work with children, youth, families and adults. I specialize in trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief/loss, relationships and life transitions, etc.

Accepting NEW Clients: When faced with difficult life experiences, feelings of ‘not being good enough’ or memories of painful past events, it’s not uncommon to get stuck repeating the same old patterns as a way of trying to cope. Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, low mood, over thinking, avoiding feelings or doing too much of something (e.g., electronics, substances) or too little of something (e.g., rest, exercise, connection with loved ones). Ideally, you want to feel more at ease with yourself, making choices and decisions that serve your best, authentic interests vs. those of others.

Many of the people I see are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-injury, thoughts of suicide, family stress, and life changes (such as changing careers, graduating university, or entering the workforce). I am also interested in working with men's issues, and helping people who have never attended therapy. Counselling is available for professionals as well, such as physicians, veterinarians, and dentists.

NOTE: accepting new clients for individual therapy & Women's ADHD Group - Life can feel impossible without support and the tools to be successful. You may feel stuck or hopeless, but I am here to help you resolve the past, find joy in the present, and hopeful about your future. I welcome clients of all genders, orientations, cultures, and unique walks of life. My approach with clients is to be open-minded, inclusive, and collaborative in order to help you heal and thrive. I work with individuals age 18+ experiencing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, issues with self-worth, and more.

As a trained Transpersonal Counseling Therapist with more than 10 years of professional experience, I work both in and outside the box of traditional talk therapy. I coach parents and first time fathers, provide concrete tools for technology addictions and emotional challenges, offer deep counseling therapy for trauma survivors and psycho-spiritual support for people exploring beyond the material world for answers. If we can meet in person, we have access to several different locations in Nova Scotia for Wilderness Therapy with horses, ocean, forests, rivers and plants. If we can only meet online, we'll open to the Wild near you.

I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Dalhousie University and my Master of Psychology degree from Adler Graduate Professional School.

I work with adolescents, young adults, and their families to provide support to address areas of challenge. I collaborate with clients to find the approach that best fits with their needs and goals. This may include addressing unhelpful thinking patterns, developing strategies to cope with intense emotions, improving relationships with family or peers, or problem-solving barriers getting in the way of valued activities.

My ideal client is someone who has taken that courageous first step and admitted they need help. They may be struggling with addiction, stress, anxiety, depression or even just the pressures of everyday life, seeking better work-life balance. They are seeking a compassionate, empathetic listener, someone who can work with them to improve their life and help them learn new skills to lead a more enriched and fulfilling life.

Are you an athlete looking for support? Some of the work I do, but am not limited to, surrounds performance anxiety, game preparation, habit/routine formation, and building confidence/self-esteem. I've also experienced working on topics such as grief and loss, depression, and anxiety.

Currently accepting new clients. I am a registered clinical psychologist who is passionate about working with youth from school-aged to emerging adulthood. I specialize in supporting young people in learning to navigate big feelings, life stressors, relationships, and coping with change. I also have experience working with caregivers in finding strategies to support their loved ones struggling with mental health challenges.

Marlene Johns is a Registered Counselling Therapist who works with adults, young clients (children/adolescents), and families experiencing difficulty with issues related to anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, self-esteem, low self-confidence, anger, aggression, social anxiety, fears, grief and loss, separation/divorce, adoption/stepfamily issues, major life transitions, and family conflicts which may be preventing them from living a happier and healthier life.

My goal is to provide people with a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental environment. I want to encourage people to have autonomy over their lives and the decisions they make. I feel that my personality allows me to easily and quickly, form strong therapeutic relationships. I am energetic, creative and flexible, making it easy to work with younger children as well as adults.

I am a registered clinical psychologist (candidate register) working with children, adolescents, and caregivers. I strive to collaborate with clients to reach their goals by using a client-centered, formulation-driven, and evidence-based treatment approach. I am passionate about supporting youth with mental health (e.g., anxiety, OCD) and health-related (e.g., needle fears, health anxiety, chronic pain) challenges. I take an integrated treatment approach, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Do you lie awake at night wondering if you will be able to cope with overwhelming feelings of anxiety, grief and sadness? Have these issues began to affect your relationships, school, work life, kids and your ability to handle everyday circumstances? I work with adults as well as adolescents and their families. Some common themes that have come up during counselling are social anxiety, high sensitivity, low self worth, anger, stress, depression, self harm, and communication issues. I am uniquely trained to help you process your emotions and strengthen your relationships

Now accepting new clients! Part of your caring community, I help children, adolescents, and adults move towards their valued goals.

I provide therapy for children and youth who are experiencing a number of life challenges, such as anxiety, stress, trauma or divorce. Children are ideal candidates for early intervention and lasting change is often realized in a short amount of time. In my work with teens, I use a holistic, mindful approach, offering them tools and guidance. Through exploring their life experiences, values and unique strengths, teens develop self-awareness, confidence and self-regulation.

Deirdre can help you explore and understand your personal patterns. Learn how your past influences your present. Deirdre uses IFS and EMDR to challenge influential memories and heal inter-generational trauma in a safe, confidential environment. Consistent or recurring negative thoughts, overwhelming feelings, impulsive behaviours, pain, dizziness, loss of short-term memory and self-harm are just a few symptoms that therapy can help with.

We are a well established practice providing confidential, sensitive, personalized psychological and counselling services for adults, teens, children, families and couples in Nova Scotia and beyond. We provide assessment, treatment and relapse prevention services. As we are a group of clinicians with various training we offer evidence based multiple therapeutic techniques. Approaches include EMDR, DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Marriage and Family Therapy (including Gottman and Systems approaches), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Therapy, and various Trauma Based Therapies.