COUNSELLING THERAPY + NATUROPATHIC CARE

Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth and Across Nova Scotia

At our downtown clinic, our naturopathic doctor in Dartmouth, NS and counselling team provide approachable counselling and naturopathic care for mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

Counselling is also available by phone or virtually across Nova Scotia, and there is currently no wait list.

Youth & adults: In-person, phone, or virtual

WHO WE HELP

Care That Meets You Where You Are

If you are looking for a therapist in Dartmouth, our team offers gender-affirming and neuro-affirming care shaped around your needs and experiences. We take a whole-person approach that considers your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing while respecting your identity, goals, and pace.

30 and 50 minute counselling sessions are available in person, by phone, or virtually.
30 min $85 · 50 min $160

Trauma-informed modalities including EMDR, DBT and Polyvagal therapy.

Couples therapy with Lauren Mackintosh for communication, attachment and relationship concerns.

Build practical skills for managing attention, organization, emotional regulation, and the daily challenges associated with ADHD.

Naturopathy & Acupuncture

Our Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth offers individualized naturopathic care, acupuncture, and Vitamin B12 shots.
Initial Assessment $200 · Follow-up $125

Reflexology & Reiki

Among the many potential benefits of Reflexology and Reiki, both are effective
methods used to enhance relaxation and improve self care.

Anger Management

Understand emotional triggers, regulate intense reactions, and develop healthier ways to communicate and respond during difficult situations.

Depression & Anxiety

Support for navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and difficult emotions while strengthening practical coping and emotional regulation skills.

Children & Adolescents

Support for youth and adults, with in-person and virtual options across Nova Scotia.

Compassionate, trauma-informed support for Borderline Personality Disorder, mood disorders, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and other concerns affecting daily life.

SERVICES

Support For Your Mental And Physical Wellbeing

Choose the kind of care that fits what you’re looking for, with flexible in-person, phone and virtual options.

01

Individual Counselling

30 and 50 minute counselling sessions are available in person, by phone, or virtually.

30 min $85 · 50 min $160
02

EMDR & Trauma Therapy

Trauma-informed therapy with clinicians trained in approaches including EMDR, DBT and Polyvagal therapy.

03

Couples Therapy & Relationship Issues

Couples therapy with Lauren Mackintosh for communication, attachment and relationship concerns.

04

ADHD & ADD

Build practical skills for managing attention, organization, emotional regulation, and the daily challenges associated with ADHD.

05

Perinatal Therapy

Support through pregnancy, postpartum changes, birth-related anxiety or trauma, and the emotional demands that can come with becoming a parent.

30 min $85 · 50 min $160
06

Self-Esteem & Body Image

Build self-worth and develop a more compassionate relationship with your body, identity, and personal experiences.

07

Anger Management

Understand emotional triggers, regulate intense reactions, and develop healthier ways to communicate and respond during difficult situations.

08

Naturopathy & Acupuncture

Our Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth offers individualized naturopathic care, acupuncture, and Vitamin B12 shots.

Initial $200 · Follow-up $125
09

Anxiety & Depression

Support for navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and difficult emotions while strengthening practical coping and emotional regulation skills.

30 min $85 · 50 min $160
10

Children & Adolescents

Counselling support is available for children and adolescents, with select therapists seeing clients as young as seven.

11

BPD & Mood Disorders

Compassionate, trauma-informed support for Borderline Personality Disorder, mood disorders, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and other concerns affecting daily life.

MEET THE TEAM

Find A Practitioner Who Feels Like The Right Fit

Choosing a therapist in Dartmouth can depend on experience, approach, availability, and how comfortable you feel working together. Our practitioners bring different training and areas of focus to help you consider that fit.

Taylor Brydges psychotherapist

Taylor Brydges

Registered Counselling Therapist · CCPA Member

Trauma/PTSD · EMDR · Adolescents & adults

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Lauren Mackintosh therapist

Lauren Mackintosh

Registered Counselling Therapist

Couples · Perinatal · ADHD · PTSD

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Christina Smith Counselling Therapist

Christina Smith

Registered Counselling Therapist · CCPA Member

CBT · DBT · EMDR · Perinatal mental health

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Stephanie Gavel

Stephanie Gavel

Registered Counselling Therapist

Identity · ADHD · Self-worth · Trauma

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Gina Brown Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Gina Brown, ND

Licensed Naturopathic Doctor

Nutrition · Lifestyle medicine · Acupuncture

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Bren Lumsden - Reiki Practitioner

Bren Lumsden

Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist · Reiki Master

Foot Reflexology · Reiki

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Naturopathy in Halifax, Nova Scotia consultation with healthy food, water, a notepad, and a practitioner discussing wellness care with a patient.
NOW OFFERING NATUROPATHIC CARE

Whole-Person Care With a Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth

Gina Brown is a licensed naturopathic doctor with a focus on evidence-based care, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, chronic disease prevention, and sports medicine.

Gina’s approach brings together nutrition, movement, and sustainable behaviour change. She works with patients to understand the full picture of their health — including medical history, lab work, lifestyle, goals, and the real-life factors that shape long-term wellbeing.

• ADHD / Adult ADHD • Burnout & stress • Depression • Sleep support • Maternal mental health  • PMS / PMDD • Acupuncture • Vitamin B12 shots

Preparing for and Grieving Pet Loss

75 minute therapeutic group workshop.

October 1, 6:00 – 7:15 pm
5663 Nora Bernard St., Halifax

Entry by donation. All proceeds will be donated to My Grandfather’s Cat.

Register Today!

Testimonials From Workshops

"Really enjoyed Taylor's workshop! The facilitators were knowledgeable and welcoming, and the small sized group made it easy to feel comfortable sharing and asking questions. My friend and I both found it helpful and would definitely attend another one in the future"

"Taylor and her team put on an excellent workshop, it was warm and inviting. I left feeling like I understood myself a little better, and had a few skills to take with me moving forward."

HOW IT WORKS

A simple way to find the right support.

1

Free Consult

Start with a free 15-minute consultation and share a little about what you’re looking to address or achieve.

2

Get Matched

Tell us what you would like to support with and your preferred session format. We’ll help identify a therapist in Dartmouth whose experience, availability, and approach may feel like a suitable fit.

3

Book Securely

Choose an available session and book through the secure booking portal.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Helpful details before you book.

Where are you located?

Our in-person clinic is located at 25 Wentworth Street, Unit 102, downtown Dartmouth, close to bus routes and the ferry terminal.

Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes. Virtual counselling is available to clients across Nova Scotia using secure, compliant software. Services requiring in-person care, including acupuncture and Vitamin B12 shots, are offered at our Dartmouth clinic.

What are your rates?

Individual counselling is $85 for 30 minutes or $160 for 50 minutes. An initial assessment with our Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth is $200, and follow-up appointments are $125.

Insurance/direct-billing possibly available upon request depending on carrier

How Do I Choose the Right Practitioner?

If you are unsure which therapist in Dartmouth may suit your needs, start with a free 15-minute consultation. We can discuss what you would like to support with, your scheduling and session preferences, and practitioner availability so you can consider which option may feel like a suitable fit.

Do you offer evening sessions?

Yes. Most therapists offer flexible hours, including evening availability.

READY WHEN YOU ARE

Find the support that fits.

Whether you are seeking counselling or care from a Naturopathic Doctor in Dartmouth, explore the next step that fits your needs.

Use our free 15-minute consultation to ask about counselling services, practitioner fit, session formats, and availability, or review our practitioners before deciding whom to contact.

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