Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Halifax, Nova Scotia NS, Canada CA
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
NS Talks
Counsellor/Therapist, RP, RCT, RCT-C, CCC, CCTP
We’re passionate about our work. We're constantly engaging in professional development to ensure we’re the best therapists we can be. We meet regularly to exchange ideas, and even have a book club. Our team members hold several additional certifications treating Clinical Trauma, ADHD, and are trained in EMDR. We work with clients dealing with a number of struggles and we're here to help.
The research has consistently shown the importance of good fit for successful counselling. That's why we start with a consult with the Clinical Director, followed by a consult with 1-2 of our therapists to empower you to have a say in who you work with. You will not be matched off a spreadsheet or by the next available appointment.
We're a counsellor-led practice. I’ll be uncomfortably blunt with you on this: there are a lot of practices out there run by people who know nothing about counselling, hiring subcontractors at every step, trying to maximize how much they can charge the client, and minimize how much they pay the counsellor. These environments inhibit counsellor growth, may have high turnover, and usually do not deliver the quality of care you deserve.
It’s just the 4 of us and a monthly bookkeeper. Since we’re virtual, we pass the savings on to you where possible. We do not have a large ad budget, relying on the quality of work we do leading to word of mouth referrals.
13 Years Experience
Online in Halifax, NS Nova Scotia (Online Only)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Donna McLean
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BA Honours (Psychology), MSW, RSW
If you are struggling with mental health challenges, with challenges in your relationships or your work life, I provide a safe, accepting, client centred space for you to explore, gain insight, tap into your wisdom, and find direction and healing. I am a compassionate and mindful listener, and draw on a range of tools and therapeutic approaches, as well as the wisdom that comes with experience, to help you with your goals. I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation to discuss your challenges and answer any questions you have of me.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Halifax, NS B3H 2V9
Online in Halifax, NS Nova Scotia
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mary Mikhail
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BSW, MACP, RSW
Are you struggling to manage your emotions and turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms? Do you find yourself trapped in the same vicious cycle repeatedly? If so, you are in the right place. Through evidence-based care, we can work together to help you transition from surviving to thriving. We'll start by exploring your past experiences in order to draw connections, then apply skills and strategies to address your current challenges. Whether you're overcoming past wounds, battling addictions, or managing anxiety and depression, I offer personalized support and practical tools to foster emotional regulation and long-long-term wellness.
7 Years Experience
Online in Halifax, NS Nova Scotia (Online Only)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
GRIS ALVES
Counsellor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed online therapy for individuals seeking healing, clarity, and meaningful change. My practice is rooted in mindfulness, somatic awareness, and evidence-based therapy, and I am certified in Compassionate Inquiry®, a trauma-informed approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté that supports deep emotional processing and nervous system regulation. Clients often reach out when they feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or ready to move beyond survival patterns related to anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, grief, or trauma. Therapy with me is collaborative, culturally sensitive, and grounded in safety, helping clients reconnect with their inner wisdom and build lasting emotional resilience.
11 Years Experience
Online in Halifax, NS Nova Scotia
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Berry Didier Nibogora - Bilingual CBT therapist @ CMAP Health
Counsellor/Therapist, RP(Q), CCPA, LLM
You are looking for help and you need someone who uses effective, person-centered and science-backed strategies to address issues you are having. Someone who gives you the space you need in your imperfections and struggles and walks, collaboratively with you, to unpack the processes that got you where you are today and kept you stuck in the same issues. I am the one. I use your strengths, resources and skills you have (or learn alongside) to get to your best hopes. I embody the conviction that you are unique and you need tailored interventions that speak to your lived reality. Sometimes we are so much stuck in our distorted reality and we need someone to help us gain insight and a different perspective. To guide us in our journey towards discovering behaviours and thinking patterns that may have been useful in the past, but no longer serving us today . I am transparent, use collaboration and believe in your ability to own and work for the change that aligns with your framework and values. It is only when we unpack what has been happening, what has maintained the circle and accept ourselves in our maladaptive realities that we can change.
I operate from a strengths-based, schemas focused and CBT perspectives. I am all into precision and measurement of progress both in our working alliance and in the interventions I use. I give and facilitate hope while supporting you to find inner resources and ways to autonomously use them to get where you want to be. Call or email me today for a free 15minutes consultation.
2 Years Experience
Online in Halifax, NS Nova Scotia
Halifax is Atlantic Canada's largest city and a hub for universities, the military, and ocean-tech industries, creating a therapy community serving students, naval personnel, and knowledge workers navigating the pressures of high-achieving careers in a smaller city. Dalhousie University and Canadian Forces Base Halifax generate distinct demand for therapists who specialize in academic stress, military trauma, and the particular challenges of military family life. Nova Scotia Health provides public mental health services, with a private therapy community serving the South End, Bedford, and Dartmouth. Halifax's relatively small size means specialist therapist availability can be limited in some areas, and telehealth has become especially important for accessing care across Atlantic Canada.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Statistics
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $162 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Stress (72%), and Self Esteem (72%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$162
Accept insurance
82%
Offer sliding scale
68%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Stress |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Depression |
| 58% | ADHD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 42% | Christian |
| 36% | Buddhist |