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Raquel Griffin

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)

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250 Baker Drive, Suite 233, Dartmouth, NS B2W
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Available both in-person and online
250 Baker Drive Suite 233 Dartmouth, NS B2W
Let's Connect (782) 822-2362
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Accepting new clients in NS, NB, & ON! Are you struggling to find a disordered eating therapist who understands? Are you tired of food and eating taking over your life? If you’re looking to make peace with food once and for all, free yourself from disordered eating, and ditch diet culture, then you’ve come to the right place. Here, your body size or weight will be respected just the way it is. You will explore what it means to eat according to your own internal wisdom instead of some else’s expectation. You will receive eating disorder recovery support that is realistic and empathetic.
You’re in the right place if your body is in a constant heightened and activated state; survival mode is no longer serving you and it is possible to feel more calm and at peace with your life. If a dark fog is hanging over you and daily tasks or situations feel like a mountain to climb, I can help things feel a little less hard.
I am a white, anglophone, able-bodied, mid-sized, Queer/Bisexual, cis-gender woman of settler background. I am a Registered Social Worker, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, Agriculture Informed Therapist, and WPATH trained clinician for individuals seeking gender affirming care. Serving clients living in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, & Ontario.
Call or Raquel Griffin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (782) 822-2362

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Affirming Psychology

250 Baker Drive

Suite 233

Dartmouth, NS B2W map

(782) 822-2362
My website
I offer daytime sessions: Tuesdays in-person, Wednesdays and Thursdays virtually by video session or telephone.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Transgender 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Are you tired of food and eating taking over your life? email us to book today
Raquel Griffin
Let's Connect (782) 822-2362
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Affirming Psychology

250 Baker Drive

Suite 233

Dartmouth, NS B2W map

(782) 822-2362
My website
I offer daytime sessions: Tuesdays in-person, Wednesdays and Thursdays virtually by video session or telephone.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Transgender 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Are you tired of food and eating taking over your life? email us to book today
Raquel Griffin

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Campus Trust
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Desjardins
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • First Canadian Health
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Interim Federal Health Program
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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I offer direct billing to many insurance companies to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362
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I offer direct billing to many insurance companies to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers Raquel Griffin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Dalhousie University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Dalhousie University Master of Social Work / 2018
  • Degree/Diploma from St Thomas University Bachelor of Social Work / 2016
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I've been working as a Registered Social Worker in the mental health field since 2016. I am licensed to practice in NS, NB, & ON and hold a certification in Intuitive Eating Counselling. I am WPATH-informed trained and can write letters of readiness for those seeking Gender Affirming Surgery in NS.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362
"
I've been working as a Registered Social Worker in the mental health field since 2016. I am licensed to practice in NS, NB, & ON and hold a certification in Intuitive Eating Counselling. I am WPATH-informed trained and can write letters of readiness for those seeking Gender Affirming Surgery in NS.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Transgender

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I specialize in the spectrum of eating disorders and body image concerns, or what I like to call "body/food/eating stuff". You deserve to feel more at peace with food and more comfortable in your relationship with your body.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362
"
I specialize in the spectrum of eating disorders and body image concerns, or what I like to call "body/food/eating stuff". You deserve to feel more at peace with food and more comfortable in your relationship with your body.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362

4 Endorsements

Lee Thomas
Lee Thomas
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
Raquel is an insightful and knowledgeable social worker who cares deeply about providing ethical treatment. She is warm and personable, while also being highly skilled clinician. I feel very fortunate to have Raquel as a colleague in this field.
Jules Smith
Jules Smith
CounsellorMEdRCTCCC
I have known and worked with Raquel Griffin at Dalhousie University. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and goes the extra mile for her clients.
Kay Vinova
Kay Vinova
PsychologistBScMSc
I can't recommend Raquel enough! Raquel is a passionate, caring, and well-trained therapist who is dedicated to creating a safer space. She's a talented therapist that works diligently to help clients heal from and navigate the impact of various systems.
Sam (King) Sarty
Sam (King) Sarty
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSWRN
Raquel is a warm, inclusive and skilled therapist who is passionate about her work. I highly recommend her to folks looking to heal their relationship with food and their body image. Her free online workshops are also very informative and engaging!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Feminist
  • Intuitive Eating Counselling
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Intuitive Eating Counselling, and Harm Reduction practices are my main therapeutic modalities or approaches.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362
"
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Intuitive Eating Counselling, and Harm Reduction practices are my main therapeutic modalities or approaches.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 822-2362

Location

Primary Location

Affirming Psychology

250 Baker Drive

Suite 233

Dartmouth, NS B2W

(782) 822-2362

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I offer daytime sessions: Tuesdays in-person, Wednesdays and Thursdays virtually by video session or telephone.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (782) 822-2362
"
I offer daytime sessions: Tuesdays in-person, Wednesdays and Thursdays virtually by video session or telephone.
Photo of Raquel Griffin, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Raquel Griffin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (782) 822-2362