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It’s About Time You Felt Like Yourself Again.

Halifax Counselling and Wellness is a space to reconnect with yourself, gain clarity, and feel understood. If you’re ready to explore what you need next, you’ve found the right place. We offer modern, accessible therapy for individuals and couples in-person in Halifax and virtual across Nova Scotia.

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600+

Lives transformed

9

Compassionate Therapists

30+

Years of Collective Experience

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you're not alone.

You don’t have to carry it all by yourself.

You are here because you are ready for support. Maybe you have tried therapy before and it did not feel like the right fit. Maybe you have been carrying things on your own and it is starting to feel heavier than you would like to admit. Or maybe something has shifted with stress, relationships, burnout, or anxiety and you know it is time to reach out.

At Halifax Counselling and Wellness, we are a collective of therapists offering grounding, approachable, and supportive care. We meet you where you are, whether you are overwhelmed, stuck, hurting, or ready for change.

You do not need to have everything figured out before you start. You only need a place to begin, and we are here to help.

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Therapy Pathways

We help people move through the times when their mental health feels harder to manage.

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Individual Therapy

One-on-one work focused on your personal landscape. This is your space to untangle old narratives, process difficult experiences, and build a stronger, more authentic relationship with yourself.

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EMDR Therapy

A supportive space for trauma healing. Our EMDR sessions are designed for clients who want to process difficult experiences safely and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.

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Couples Counselling

For partners seeking to navigate conflict, improve communication, and deepen intimacy. We provide a neutral, structured space to rebuild connection and find a shared path forward.

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Areas of Focus

Care for what matters most

From anxiety and stress to relationships and life transitions, our specialties reflect the real challenges people face. Each focus area is approached with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to helping you grow.

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    Anxiety & Overwhelm

    When "just relax" isn't an option. We help you move beyond white-knuckling your way through life and get to the root of your anxiety.

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    Depression & Burnout

    For when you feel numb, stuck, or just deeply tired. We work to help you find clarity in the heaviness and reconnect with a sense of purpose and energy.

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    Couples Therapy

    For when you can’t get on the same page. We help you understand each other with new insight.

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    Trauma & EMDR

    For when the past feels unresolved and continues to show up in your present. We use proven, body-based methods to help you process trauma and reclaim your sense of safety.

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    Life Transitions

    Grief, career changes, new parenthood, or relationship endings. We provide a stable anchor during times of profound change and identity shifts.

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    Perinatal & Postpartum

    Specialized, compassionate support for the unique emotional and mental load of new and expectant parents.

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Guides for your journey

Each therapist at Halifax Counselling and Wellness brings a unique lens, background, and a shared commitment to walking alongside you with care and expertise.

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    Ruby Watts, RCT-C

    Individual Therapy & Couples

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Ruby's areas of focus include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-esteem, grief, relationships, and LGBTQ+ identity exploration.

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    Zoe Miles, RCT-C

    Individual Therapy

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Zoe’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, stress, self-esteem, self-worth, and attachment.

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    Olivia Souaid, RCT-C

    Individual Therapy & Couples

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Olivia’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and life transitions.

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  • Monika Price, RCT-C

    Individual Therapy, Couples & EMDR

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Monika’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, existential concerns, and spiritual growth.

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    Rachel Rideout, RCT-C

    Individual Therapy

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Rachel’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, self-esteem, chronic pain, communication, and relationship challenges.

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    Ayan Ismail-Samater, MSW

    Individual Therapy

    Offering sessions in-person & virtually, Ayan’s areas of focus include anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, emotional resilience, trauma, attachment, and interpersonal challenges.

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    Breanna Nandi, BSW

    Individual Therapy & Couples

    Offering sessions virtually, Breanna’s areas of focus include BPD, complex trauma, bipolar disorder, emotional regulation, relationship conflict.

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    Cassandra Brade, MSW

    Individual Therapy & Couples

    Offering virtual sessions, Cassandra’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, substance use, relationship issues, and parenting.

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  • Vanessa Gray, LCT-C, CCC

    Individual Therapy

    Offering sessions virtually, Vanessa’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, disordered eating, racial identity, and sleep disturbances.

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Room to Breathe

A space that was made for you.

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Our physical space.

Our clinic at 31 Gloster Court in Dartmouth was designed to feel calm, welcoming, and grounded. Every choice in the space supports comfort, privacy, and connection so you can settle in and focus on what brought you here. We want you to feel at ease from the moment you walk through the door.

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Our digital space.

Our virtual sessions offer the same comfort and grounded support as meeting in person. We use a secure platform to ensure your time is private and focused. Virtual therapy is equally effective, allowing you to access meaningful care from anywhere in Nova Scotia. We make it simple, accessible, and consistent.

We prefer clarity over mystery.

Here is exactly what the onboarding process looks like at Halifax Counselling and Wellness:

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Week ONE

Connect →

The process starts by booking your first appointment through our online calendar, or submitting a request form for a 24 hour follow up with times that fit.

Sesson One

Explore →

Together we’ll explore your goals, concerns, and hopes for therapy. This is your space to be heard and understood.

Session TWO & THREE

Plan →

We’ll co‑create a personalized plan tailored to your needs. It’s a roadmap designed to feel realistic and compassionate.

Ongoing

Grow →

With regular sessions, you’ll deepen insight and build resilience. Growth unfolds at your pace, with steady support along the way.

FAQs

Am I ready for this?

You don't need to be in crisis to belong here.

  • We offer individual counselling, couples counselling, and support for anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are available in person at our Dartmouth clinic or virtually across Nova Scotia.

  • We offer direct billing for most major insurance providers. If your insurance is not included in our direct billing list, payment can be made by credit card or E Transfer at the time of your appointment. Once payment is processed, an invoice will be emailed to you so you can submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement. Coverage varies depending on your plan.

    Session Fees:

    Individual sessions are $170 for a 50 minute appointment.

    Couples sessions are $190 for a 50 minute appointment.

    Breanna Nandi offers a sliding scale for virtual appointments. Please inquire for details.

  • Though each of our therapists keeps different hours, our general clinic hours are below:

    Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

  • After you submit your form, we’ll review your information to match you with the right therapist from our team and get back to you via email. Alternatively, you can book your first session instantly through Jane, an easy-to-use app. Once you’re booked, you’ll complete the intake and consent forms in the app, and we’ll get started in your first session with creating a custom treatment plan tailored to your needs.

  • Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance to avoid any charges.

  • Since we don’t subscribe to a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, your treatment plan will be customized with various modalities to meet your unique needs. Though we’ll start developing your treatment plan in your first session and share some details with you, please understand that it is always subject to change based on your progress and ever-changing needs.

Still wondering something?

Just message us - we’re happy to help!

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check our our sister clinic

MONCTON COUNSELLING & WELLNESS

We’re proud to be part of a growing family of counselling clinics in Atlantic Canada. You can visit our sister clinic, Moncton Counselling and Wellness, to learn more about the services available there.

VISIT OUR MONCTON WEBSITE