Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Dartmouth, NS
Browse Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Impulse Control
Kaimana Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, BA, MACP, Registered Psychologist
My approach to working with impulse control difficulties focuses on understanding the role that control plays in a person’s sense of safety and security. For many individuals, the need to control situations, outcomes, or even their own emotional responses can become a way of managing uncertainty and reducing discomfort. But how much control do we truly have, and when does the pursuit of it begin to limit us rather than protect us? Therapy focuses on recognizing when control is no longer serving the client, while building greater flexibility in thinking, emotional awareness, and the ability to tolerate uncertainty. Together, we work toward moving away from rigid, all-or-nothing perspectives and embracing the gray areas where multiple possibilities can exist. By learning to pause, consider alternative responses, and become more comfortable with the unexpected, clients can begin to make choices that are intentional rather than driven by an urge to regain control. Sometimes, letting go creates opportunities we never would have considered otherwise, whether that means discovering an incredible new restaurant we would never have chosen ourselves or allowing a coworker to introduce a new process that makes our day-to-day life easier. My goal is to help clients recognize that flexibility does not mean losing control of their lives; it means developing the confidence to navigate life without needing to control every outcome. Through this process, clients can build resilience, improve decision-making, and become more open to the opportunities that arise when they allow life to unfold.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dartmouth, NS
Online in Dartmouth, NS
Impulse Control
Dr. Matthew Clyde
Psychologist, PhD
Impulse control challenges can make life feel like a series of "act now, regret later" moments. Whether it involves shopping, gambling, hair pulling, or explosive outbursts, these behaviors often serve as a misguided attempt to soothe internal distress. Therapy provides a non-judgmental space to slow down the process between the urge and the action. We work on strengthening your "inhibitory muscles" and finding healthier ways to cope with the tension that drives impulsive acts.
7 Years Experience
Online in Dartmouth, NS
Impulse Control
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
Impulse control disorders often stem from trauma, unmet needs, or difficulties with emotional regulation. In therapy, I provide a safe, supportive space for clients to explore impulses without judgment. Through co-regulation and expanding the window of tolerance, impulses gradually soften, helping clients experience them without acting on them and develop greater self-awareness and control.
2 Years Experience
Online in Dartmouth, NS (Online Only)
Impulse Control
Strength in Heart Counselling
Treatment Center, RSW, RCC, CCC
Difficulty managing impulses can affect many areas of life. We help clients identify triggers and learn strategies for self-control and decision-making. Our goal is to support healthier habits and improved well-being.
8 Years Experience
Online in Dartmouth, NS
Impulse Control
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist , BSc, MACP
Impulse control challenges can lead to actions that feel difficult to stop despite negative consequences. Therapy focuses on increasing awareness of triggers and building stronger emotional regulation and decision making skills.
2 Years Experience
Online in Dartmouth, NS (Online Only)
Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Dartmouth, NS Statistics
Impulse Control Disorders therapists in Dartmouth, NS average 11 years of experience and charge around $161 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (91%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (82%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$161
Accept insurance
82%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 91% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 82% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 64% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 64% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 64% | Narrative Therapy |
| 64% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Senior |
| 73% | Teen |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Men |
| 64% | Middle Eastern |
| 64% | Military / Veterans |
| 64% | Persons with Disabilities |