Sexual Abuse Therapists in Saint John, NB

Trauma therapy. Although you can't heal past trauma on your own, I believe I can help you. I have more than ten years experience dealing with trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. I'm a former hospital chaplain for the Emergency, Intensive Care, and Burn Units, and I've written about trauma (including an invited paper) for major psychology journals. Academic articles have cited me almost 4,000 times.

I provide individual, couple and family counselling for adults (18+), and families in the Saint John and surrounding area that is safe, respectful, empathetic and collaborative. I have practiced in various fields including child welfare, child & youth services, addictions and mental health services, crisis intervention and community outreach. I have experience working with adults dealing with addiction, relationship or family issues, blended families, parents who are struggling, trauma, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, survivors of sexual abuse, ADHD/ASD, grief/loss, self-esteem, stress, communication and boundaries.

My practice provides professional counselling services to individuals (ages 16+), couples, and families. I specialize in areas of anxiety and depression, substance use/addiction, interpersonal relationships, trauma, coping with stress, professional burnout, adjusting to life changes, intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Through the counselling process we will explore your goals and natural strengths, improve coping skills, strengthen self esteem and promote behaviour change through support, psychoeducation, and psychotherapy. I want you to be able to live your best life!

Life can prove to be challenging and sometimes feel like there's no way out to manage all the negative feelings and symptoms. If you need support in finding a way out, you've come to the right place. I have 10+ years of experience and training (DBT, ART, ACT, etc) working in trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD, sexual trauma, intergenerational trauma, childhood trauma, et al..) and use a trauma-informed, mind/body approach that helps you understand your trauma, and see light at the end of that tunnel. This journey is not easy, but it can be the most worthwhile thing you've ever done. You can do this, and you don't have to do it alone!

I'm a trauma-informed clinician who delivers a unique coffee-chat style in session so you feel like you're at home in a living room. I also strive to help newcomers to therapy feel comfortable by taking away apprehensions about the profession. My clientele focus is mostly military veterans, first responders, various front-line medical and educational professionals, interpersonal violence; however, anyone is welcome if you are dedicated to your movement forward. I am a safe place for clean, non-traditional spiritual members, the LGBTQ community, the Indigenous, and select couples who want to work as a team with me.

I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, offering a strengths-based human-centred approach. Using an integrated, eclectic, collaborative, and creative approach, I work with clients on topics such as: grief, anxiety, depression, self esteem, separation/divorce, parenting, self-esteem, spirituality, empowerment, boundaries, peer relations/socialization, as well as other issues. I hold my Masters of Education in Counselling, my Bachelor of Education, and my Bachelor of Arts. I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) and Licensed Counselling Therapist (LCT).

I am honoured and grateful to have worked with a very diverse population with a variety of presenting issues. My practice focuses on working with individuals who continue to live with chronic stress due to trauma and/or PTSD. Pulling from an evidence-based approach while sharing education and providing insight, to help create a greater awareness of current symptoms.

My area of expertise is working with children and youth. But I also work with adults and families. The main issues I typically would work on would be anxiety, depression, coping skills, trauma, etc. I offer support around behaviors, school issues, parenting, and mental health.

Welcome to our counselling team! We have therapists accepting new referrals and student counselling available at low or no cost. We work with individuals who have tried everything else and are looking for a deeper healing. Our clients benefit from our whole mind and body approach. We get to know your particular needs before we develop a treatment plan and work with an approach or pace that is most comfortable for you. We believe healing is possible and will be responsive to your needs throughout the counselling process.

I provide mental health counselling for individuals aged 16 and over who are experiencing a variety of mental health issues such as trauma, grief, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. My goal is to provide compassion, understanding and support in a comfortable and laid back atmosphere. Sessions are different for every person and can include anything from talking about self care and boundaries, practicing breathing and calming techniques, to processing complex trauma - I collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs.

Are you struggling with symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression? Are you having difficulty managing strong emotions and intrusive thoughts? Perhaps these difficulties are impacting your relationships, your work, and your ability to take good care of yourself. If you wish, I can help you work through these psychological difficulties. My goal is to help you regain peace and strength so that you can have a sense of mastery in your world.

Call or text 506 644 8319 or email me privately for an appointment. I am a well seasoned Registered Nurse for now over 32 years of diversified practice. I completed my Masters with the focus of psychology and counselling. I am empathetic with client centered focus. I hold many tools within my practice to be holistic to the clients needs which I can provide flexible adaptive client-centered care. I love working with individuals and couples and seeing the positive growth in each person. I feel so excited that I may assist people within New Brunswick through face to face, video, or phone sessions.

Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life. Now offering our comprehensive iDBT treatment program for adults and youth! Check out our website and reserve your spot.

I provide counselling to adults, adolescents, families and couples. Many people who seek counselling do so with a particular challenge or problem in mind. Issues and concerns that bring us to counselling often broaden as the counselling process unfolds. People are often surprised that once they begin this process and discuss a particular issue, other concerns can also be recognized and explored within this confidential client/counsellor (therapeutic) relationship.

I provide both in-person and virtual services for individuals, teenagers, children, and couples, utilizing a trauma-informed approach. My expertise lies in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and the challenges of adjusting to parenthood. I have a particular affinity for working with military members, veterans, first responders, and their families. My therapeutic toolkit includes Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, I approach my work through an attachment lens and employ a strength-based approach to empower individuals.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

I work with adults in AB and NB (virtual only for NB residents) who experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, grief, PTSD, driving anxiety, as well as relationship issues. I also support people who have been impacted by chronic illnesses, such as cancer, long-haul COVID19, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other chronic pain conditions.

I am a clinical social worker with many years in various fields including community social services and mental health, plus hospital social work and private agency assessments. I have extensive perspective on people dealing with issues such as adoption, child protection, disabled family members, seniors and family dispute. I am currently concentrating on providing video individual or couple sessions for clients in my private practice from an office in my home. I strive to provide an empathetic, person centered service, that is non-judgemental, confidential and collaborative.

A safe space to land, come as you are and feel heard. My name is Anna and I am a trauma informed Clinical Therapist/ Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping clients heal their trauma through self compassion, self discovery, safe connection and mindfulness. I am client centered and believe that each person is the expert of their own life. Most of my work experience has been with trauma survivors, couples navigating relationship challenges, family dynamics, children & youth, self esteem development, indigenous communities, eating disorder recovery and adults experiencing mental health challenges.