Psychotherapy & Assessments in Membertou & Halifax
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
Therapy and assessments that go deeper than coping.
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No waitlist! Therapy appointments are available now.
APPOINTMENTS THAT FIT
Evenings & weekend sessions available at both clinics.
IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL SESSIONS
Meet us in Membertou, Halifax, or online anywhere in NS.
You've told yourself it isn't that bad. That other people have it worse.
People come to us for all kinds of reasons. A memory that won’t leave. A marriage that’s gone silent. A kid who’s struggling at school. Grief that won’t lift. A question about neurodivergence you’ve carried since you were young. What they have in common is a desire for life to feel more manageable than it does right now.
We take the time to understand what's going on, so things settle and you can move forward.
Do you struggle with:
- Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed
- Nightmares, flashbacks, or the effects of trauma and PTSD
- Grief or loss that's keeping you stuck
- Losing sight of who you are and what matters to you
- A core sense of not being good enough
- Patterns in your relationships that push people away
- Coping in ways you're not proud of
- Loneliness that doesn't lift
We help you get to the root of it, so the relief lasts.
Our team offers therapy and assessments in Membertou and Halifax, and virtually across Nova Scotia.
Meet Our Team
Match With a Therapist
in Membertou or Halifax, NS
Our team of psychologists, social workers, counselling therapists, and occupational therapists brings decades of combined experience. You’ll be matched with the clinician best suited to what you’re working on, at either location or online anywhere in Nova Scotia.
Clinical Social Worker
Registered Clinical Social Worker
Registered Psychologist
Registered Occupational Therapist
Registered (Candidate) Psychologist
Clinical Director and Founder
Licensed Counselling Therapist (Candidate)
Registered Social Worker
Registered Counselling Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist
Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate)
Registered Social Worker, Clinical Specialist
Clinical Specialist
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate
Registered Psychologist
Registered Counselling Therapist
Registered Occupational Therapist
Registered Psychologist
Registered Psychologist
Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate)
Registered Occupational Therapist
Registered Psychologist
Registered Social Worker – Clinical Specialist
MACP Candidate, Clinical Therapist Intern
Registered Occupational Therapist
Registered Clinical Social Worker
Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate)
Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
Our Psychotherapy & Assessment Services
Every person who walks in here is carrying something different, so we start by understanding the whole picture before we decide anything. Trauma-informed care is where we begin. Trauma resolution is where we’re headed.
Psychotherapy
Services
Specialized care for individuals & couples carrying trauma, anxiety, or relationship strain that hasn't shifted on its own.
Assessment
Services
Thorough psychological evaluations for ADHD, autism, & learning differences, giving you a clear answer you can act on.
Our Specialties
EMDR Therapy
Safely reprocess the memories that stayed stuck, in person or virtually.
Anxiety Therapy
Understand what's driving the worry, and get your days back from it.
PTSD & Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment that helps painful memories loosen their grip.
Relationship & Couples Therapy
Rebuild the trust, communication, and closeness that has slipped away.
Grief, Loss, &
Life Transitions Therapy
Find room to grieve and gentle support while life takes an unfamiliar shape.
Sex Therapy
Caring, talk-based support for desire, intimacy, and sexual concerns.
Reduced Rate, Low Cost Therapy
At East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic, we believe everyone should have access to affordable, high-quality therapy.
Our low-cost therapy sessions are offered by clinical interns completing advanced training in psychology and counselling. Cases are reviewed regularly, and treatment planning is supported throughout, so your care benefits from two clinicians rather than one. Our interns work with adults, children, and youth.
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the intake process work?
You can book an appointment or a free consultation yourself by filling out the contact form for our Halifax or Membertou office. Our intake team will follow up to answer your questions, get a sense of what you’re looking for, and match you with the therapist in Halifax or Membertou best suited to your situation. Free consultations are with our intake team rather than a therapist. They know our clinicians’ training and availability well, so they can point you in the right direction from the first call.
How long do I have to wait until I hear from the intake team?
We follow up on requests for services within two business days.
Do you receive referrals from family doctors or other allied professionals?
Yes. We welcome third-party referrals from healthcare and related service providers. Referral sources can send client information by phone, fax, or mail. Our contact details for both our North Sydney and Halifax clinics are further down this page.
How long will it take to get an appointment once I complete my intake?
We run this practice so that clients experience minimal waiting times for both initial and follow-up appointments. We don’t maintain a waiting list for therapy, and we’ll tell you up front whether we have availability. Most new clients get an appointment within two weeks of completing intake. ADHD assessments in Halifax, along with other psychological assessments, work differently and do have wait times, which our intake team will walk you through.
When are your clinics open?
How much does therapy cost?
Fees are based on the recommended rates for each practitioner’s discipline and range from $185 to $225 per 50-minute session. Couples therapy runs in 90-minute sessions and is billed for that timeframe. Complete details are discussed at intake with our Client Services Coordinator, and you can find more on our fees and policies page.
Will my health insurance plan cover the cost of therapy?
Counselling and psychotherapy services are reimbursable through many private health insurance plans. Employers buy those plans from insurance companies, and only you can access the details of your own coverage, so you’re responsible for knowing whether counselling is covered. It’s also worth checking which type of therapist your plan covers, since psychologists in Halifax, clinical social workers, and counselling therapists are recognized differently by different plans.
Do you offer direct billing?
We only offer direct billing to members of the CAF, VAC, and RCMP, and to those eligible for NIHB benefits. We don’t offer direct billing to personal health insurance plans. You’ll pay the full cost of therapy at the time of your appointment and can seek reimbursement through your insurer.
Still have questions? We're happy to answer them.
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
How To Get Started
Here's the first one:
Call
Speak with us to ask questions or to book your consult or session.
Membertou
Halifax
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Fill out the contact form, and we'll get back to you within 24-48 business hours to discuss the next steps.
Finding the right fit matters, so our intake team takes the time to understand what you’re looking for before matching you with a clinician. Complete this form to begin.