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Counselling in Nova Scotia

I am a therapist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia and offer virtual counselling to clients who are struggling with a wide range of personal challenges. When we are struggling, it is natural to focus on what is wrong, but I believe lasting growth comes from understanding ourselves more fully, not just viewing ourselves as broken or as an illness.

My approach helps you explore your emotions, make sense of their patterns, and develop insight into how your past experiences influence you in the present. At the same time, therapy is also about finding new possibilities, learning different ways to respond to life's challenges, and moving toward a life you want to live.

My main therapy approach is based in client-centred therapy , also called non-directive therapy. I am also influenced by psychodynamic, existential, and acceptance and commitment therapy. We will work on your personal goals, finding a way forward, and understanding the link between past and present experiences. I firmly believe the key to a positive outcome in therapy is the relationship between the client and the therapist. To learn more about my therapy approach, visit this page.

I have special interests in working with physicians and veterinarians (and allied vet med professionals). If you are a physician, doctor, veterinarian, or veterinary technician or veterinary assistance, you can contact me directly to set up and appointment. You can also ask your EAP provider if you have coverage for counselling that can be direct billed to the EAP.

I also provide group support for ADHD. If you are interested in attending the group, check out the page here.

Are you not feeling like yourself? Feeling burnt out? Stressed? Frustrated and can't figure out why? Maybe you are not sure what the next step in your life is, or like you are a bit behind your friends in terms of life stages. I help individuals navigate a range of personal challenges including stress, life transitions, work-life balance, depression, anxiety, and self-injury, suicide, and men's issues. 

Fees and Insurance

Counselling is $110.00 per therapy hour (55 minutes in-session, 5 minutes for notes and file maintenance). You can pay by e-transfer. After each appointment you will receive a digital receipt to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. We do not do direct billing. To learn more about fees, see informed consent.

Confidentiality

Everything we talk about is confidential and private*. Without your written consent, I cannot disclose any information about you or your therapy, including to parents, partners, or your employer. There are a few exceptions to confidentiality as required by law, ethical standards, and EAP services (if applicable), which you can read about in the informed consent section.