Trauma-Informed Therapy & Naturopathic Care Across Nova Scotia
Approachable and accessible care offered in person in Dartmouth or virtually across Nova Scotia. Direct billing is available, and there is no wait list.
Youth & adults: In-person, phone, or virtual
- No Wait List
- In-Person in Dartmouth
- Virtual Across Nova Scotia
- 5 Practitioners
Care that meets you where you are.
We pride ourselves on providing gender and neuro affirming care, with a holistic focus on mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
Trauma, PTSD & EMDR
Trauma-informed modalities including EMDR, DBT and Polyvagal therapy.
BPD & Mood Disorders
Support for Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, depression and mood concerns.
Couples Therapy
Support for communication, attachment and relationship concerns.
Naturopathy & Acupuncture
Evidence-based naturopathic care, acupuncture and Vitamin B12 shots.
ADHD, OCD & Self-Worth
Affirming support for neurodivergence, anxiety, self-esteem and identity exploration.
Youth & Adults
Support for youth and adults, with in-person and virtual options across Nova Scotia.
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.
Individual Counselling
30 and 50 minute counselling sessions are available in person, by phone, or virtually.
Trauma & EMDR
Trauma-informed therapy with clinicians trained in approaches including EMDR, DBT and Polyvagal therapy.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy with Lauren Mackintosh for communication, attachment and relationship concerns.
Naturopathy & Acupuncture
Naturopathic assessment and follow-up care with Dr. Gina Brown, ND, plus acupuncture and B12 shots.
Find a practitioner who feels like the right fit.
Each practitioner brings a diverse skill set, area of expertise and training.
Taylor Brydges
Trauma/PTSD · EMDR · Adolescents & adults
Lauren Mackintosh
Couples · Perinatal · ADHD · PTSD
Christina Smith
CBT · DBT · EMDR · Perinatal mental health
Stephanie Gavel
Identity · ADHD · Self-worth · Trauma
Dr. Gina Brown, ND
Nutrition · Lifestyle medicine · Acupuncture
A whole-person approach to health.
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
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."
A simple way to find the right support.
Free Consult
Start with a free 15-minute consultation and share a little about what you’re looking to address or achieve.
Get Matched
We’ll help identify a practitioner whose availability, experience and areas of focus may fit your needs.
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 support is available to clients across Nova Scotia using secure, compliant software.
What are your rates?
Individual therapy is $85 for 30 minutes or $160 for 50 minutes. Naturopathy is $200 for an initial assessment and $125 for a follow-up.
Insurance/direct-billing possibly available upon request depending on carrier
Do you offer evening sessions?
Yes. Most therapists offer flexible hours, including evening availability.
Find the support that fits.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions, discuss availability, and explore which practitioner may be a good fit.
Get In Touch
- Intake Form
- 25 Wentworth Street, Unit 102 Downtown Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
- 902-701-4834
- taylorbrydges@therapysecure.com
- Monday–Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Select therapists available on weekends