Therapists in Prince Edward Island

I believe all people are striving to do their best in this messy world. Sometimes this means reaching out for support. I offer a variety of treatment modalities but my goal is to work collaboratively with each person. I will meet your unique circumstance with compassion and attentiveness. If you are looking to address a specific issue or want to address your overall well-being please reach out for a free phone consultation to see if you feel we would be a good fit.

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.

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 am Kevin; an action-oriented approach to counselling and life coaching will help you take decisive and transformational steps that create positive, healthy, balanced, and rewarding lives. I am passionate about supporting clients to recover from emotional and mental health issues. I bring tools from Cognitive, Narrative, Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed, and Person-Centre approaches to my work with clients. I specialized in depth therapy or depth work applying psychodynamic, object relations, and trauma-informed therapies.

Accepting New Clients: We are a group of Island therapists. We typically work with busy professionals and their families, offering evening and weekend appointments remotely. You can choose a phone call, or a video for your sessions. We were an online counselling service before COVID, and we still are! We are Registered Social Workers, and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who happen to be educators/trainers as well. We work with children aged 4+, youth, individuals, couples, and families. All therapists have access to regular clinical supervision by a Ph.D. level Psychologist. We offer professional training as well!

Currently accepting new clients. I take the approach that you are the expert on your life and I possess the tools necessary to help you in your therapeutic journey. I consider counselling a team effort and I am looking forward to having a new team member.

Amanda's office is located in Summerside, PEI, where she provides in person and online therapy. She also supervises new and beginning counsellors. She has a specialization in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing(EMDR) therapy and Couples and Relationship therapy. She focuses on using EMDR, IFS, Gottman therapy, CBT and DBT with a client centered approach. Amanda brings her 15 years of expertise to treat the underlying issues that are creating struggles and difficulties in individuals lives. Her relationship and rapport building creates a safe enviornment for the client. She also provides virtual and phone counselling.

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.

Do you feel stuck, either within yourself or with someone you're close to, and wonder what is holding you back? You desire being your true self and communicating authentically. Sometimes things feel all mixed up or dissonant, and feelings of sadness, confusion, or anxiety can block communication or taking next steps with confidence. Whether it's just you, or you with a loved one(s), I'd like to help you untie those knots and find beautiful movement. I bring an understanding of trauma, attachment wounds/styles, and neurobiology, as well as a value of social justice. I work exclusively online with clients across Canada.

NOTE: We provide only online counselling at this time. We are a highly diverse team of counsellors with decades of experience treating nearly any mental health issue. We offer a holistic approach to healing focusing on mental, emotional, spiritual & physical health. We serve individuals, couples, families and groups. If our clients are not completely satisfied, we are committed to providing a change of counsellor on our team, or a referral to a counsellor outside of our agency.

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.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** If you are searching for a way to change or improve something in your life (i.e. tackling out-of-control stress levels, enhancing communication with significant others, handling criticism more effectively, dealing with difficult individuals, handling challenging situations at work, home, or within relationships), then Solution Focused Brief Therapy is for you. Engage in solution talk. Clients leave with next steps, even after one session. A tri-phase model of counselling, clients are able to articulate their best hopes and dreams for their lives and leave with concrete next steps to reach those goals.

Feeling Blue, out of sorts, unable to concentrate, feeling stressed or overwhelmed. Perhaps you are being pulled in many directions. You may be depressed or dealing with an interpersonal problem. Are there times you are feeling irritated and ready to burst at the seams. Are you dealing with a loss in your life or a family member with a substance abuse issue. Counselling can assist you with determining the problem and develop healthy ways of coping and learn self care techniques. Anxiety can appear when we avoid our feelings and stuff them deep inside. Learn how to set healthy boundaries and ask for what we need from others.

Are you experiencing challenge regarding your identity be it a new diagnosis, gender, sexuality or existential questions, as well as intimacy challenges, interpersonal communication especially cross neurotypes? My hope is to help you find the inner wisdom you hold regarding your challenges and help you strengthen the tools you have, introduce more skills and leave you better equipped to navigate the surprises life throws your way. My focus is on clients like you who are neurodiverse, 2SLBTQ+, Ethically Non Monogamous, and or kink aligned wanting someone who knows and understands their struggles.

The world today is complex. It can be overwhelming to navigate relationships, work, school, friends, and readjusting to post-pandemic life. Some problems overwhelm us (whether they are current or from our past) and reduce our typical abilities to cope and feel happy. Jacqueline believes you are the expert in your own life, and as such asks you the pertinent questions so that you may find your own unique strategies and solutions. Jacqueline is an empathetic listener, respectful, and kind. She truly cares and wants to help you achieve your goals.