Therapists in Charlottetown, PE

Looking to make some changes in your life? The first step is acknowledging the need for change and reaching out for help. It's not easy, but you're here! I am adept at assisting clients dealing with self-esteem issues, grief, social or relational challenges, workplace difficulties, and other general life transitions and concerns. My ultimate objective is to cultivate a secure space where clients can freely express themselves, gaining deeper insights into their own selves and needs.

As a retired psychology professor and registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience I offer a safe professional and informed context for exploration, growth, and healing. I am experienced with working with clients on the phone and in video sessions. I welcome you to enter into a counselling dialogue to assist in processing current and past trauma, challenges, losses, and uncertainties in support of your pathway to insight and wellness.

*In person sessions available* Reaching out for professional support can be the first step towards creating effective, lasting changes in areas of life that are meaningful to you. I offer 15 years of experience working with adults and youth in various clinical mental health settings. A compassion driven, strengths based approach serves as the foundation to my practice. Approachability, empathy and authenticity are qualities that I bring to the therapeutic relationship.

I am currently accepting new clients. My main goal is to ensure you feel safe, heard, and empowered. I take a person-centred, strength-based approach to counselling that takes into account all the different facets of a person and their life and how that can affect their mental health. I appreciate how challenging it can be to reach out for help and support, by contacting me you will be met with compassion, empathy, and a willingness to work together to reach your goals.

Welcoming new clients! It takes courage to begin counselling and make lasting changes. You are the expert of your own life; I can help you navigate your journey. The therapeutic relationship we will share will be grounded in empathy and hope as we collaborate and tap into the strengths you possess. I help adults, teens, and children manage anxiety, trauma, and depression. I understand the emotional side of ADHD and Highly Sensitive Persons. Veterans and families of veterans are seen and understood. If you're having conflict in accepting a loved one's sexuality, I can help you bridge this divide with love and understanding.

Colleen Mahar Counselling Services provides mental health and wellness support counselling in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space. Professional, training certified, skilled and empathetic, Colleen specializes in improving personal, family and work-related issues. Whether you’re in need of understanding, guidance, or tools to move forward, Colleen will help you realize your goals.

We all go through difficult times in our lives. It is part of being human. Sometimes challenges are short-lived and we are able to overcome them on our own. But sometimes the challenges we face are too big, or complex, and despite our best efforts, we need help. It doesn't mean we are weak. It takes courage to reach out for help. And I am here to help you. Welcome to Seeds of Hope Counselling! I am a counselling therapist who specializes in individualized counselling for women, men, and youth. I am excited about the possibility of getting to know you and helping you on your journey to better mental health.

You are likely here because there are things you want to change. Are you struggling with your social and emotional wellbeing? Whether you are seeking therapy for the first time, or you are looking for support again, I believe if there are internal things you want to address, we can work effectively together. I am a registered social worker since 2009 in Ontario and since 2022 in Prince Edward Island. Please contact me if you are looking to strengthen your interpersonal life, boost your self esteem and improve your mood.

Are you a teen or young adult needing mental health support? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious and/or stressed? Are your struggles and anxiety interfering in your everyday living ? Therapy can help! It provides an opportunity to stop, reflect, and talk openly while learning new coping skills.

In a crowded room you can feel completely alone. Disenchanted with the current life you are living and tethered to experiences and hurts of the past. You want to build relationships with those around you but end up in the same cycle of self-sabotage. Exhausted by the high expectations you hold for yourself and overcompensating for the benefit of others. Your wants and needs have taken a backseat for too long. It’s time for a change.

Are you concerned that anxiety is interfering in your life? Do you struggle with self criticism? Overthinking? Negativity? Sleeplessness? Panic attacks? I can help you learn healthy coping skills, mindfulness, self care and confidence building which will create more inner peace, positivity and overall wellness.

Through my 12 years of social work experience, I have worked with all age groups- from the beginning stages of life, through childhood and youth, into adulthood, and final stages of life. I have experience in trauma and precipitating symptoms of such, including- anxiety, sleep disturbance, relationship struggles, depression, risk assessment, as well as, grief and loss support. I have worked with clients on individual levels, with their partners (in support of relationships), and with their families. I have supported clients in their goals of alleviating symptoms that affect quality of life and relationships.

I have twenty years of experience as a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I am a purveyor of hope. Clients need to learn about the therapeutic approaches to get there. I can provide the guidance and tools they need. I take pleasure in working with clients to restore their hope and realize their goals, which will help them live a less stressful life.

My Commitment: I will listen; I will care. I will see you for who you are and understand you (still) have dreams for your life: redefine your work, process the pain of separation/divorce, travel to expand your worldview, grow in your relationships. Changes may be demanded of you: illness, burn-out, physical/mental/emotional/spiritual suffering from trauma, grieving and celebrations of life, restoring in you what war has broken in soul and spirit. I create a safe space for you to work through emotions (anxiety/fear, depression) and barriers (race-related, age, health, ability) and choose how you want to live the rest of your life.

We are all equipped to defeat our depression, anxiety and anger; however sometimes we get 'stuck' and need a counselling therapist to help us get 'unstuck'. It is possible to find self-therapy such as CBT therapy to help us get 'unstuck'. We need a therapy that we can take home, that we can take to work with us and into our relationships. We want a therapy with techniques we can apply to gain mastery over our thoughts. We want a therapy to help us push through any beliefs and attitudes that are stopping us from growing. Most of all, we need a therapy to stop the seemingly endless pain and a therapist that can teach us how..

We Are Accepting NEW Clients. Changing Steps Child and Family Counselling is a clinic that offers face to face and virtual services for the whole family. We have clinicians who specialize in Play Therapy, Theraplay informed interventions, trauma treatment /DBT/ Gottman Couples Counselling. Our therapists are Registered PEI Counselling Therapists and PEI Social Workers. You are matched with a therapist that provides the model of therapy you require at a time that works for your schedule.