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Here for You: Meet the Team!

At Your Counselling Nova Scotia, we believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and supported. That’s why we honour your full story and recognize your strength, resilience, and potential for meaningful change.

Our dedicated team of therapists—compassionate, creative, and deeply experienced—work collaboratively with you to navigate life’s challenges, whether you’re seeking clarity, growth, or support through difficult times. We centre your voice and values in every session because we know that the most effective therapy is built on a foundation of genuine connection and mutual respect.

Serving clients across Halifax, Dartmouth, and throughout Nova Scotia, we’re proud to offer a welcoming, inclusive environment where all identities and lived experiences are respected. Our regulated professionals bring a wide range of therapeutic expertise, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotion-Focused approaches, and narrative-based work—tailoring each session to support your goals, pace, and personal journey.

Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or returning to deepen your self-awareness, Your Counselling Nova Scotia is here to support you with integrity, professionalism, and heart.

Click below to learn more about the therapists in our collective:

Our Nova Scotia In-Person Therapy Team

Alison Sanford Thomas

Alison Sanford Thomas

Therapist: MSW, RSW

Julie Magee

Julie Magee

Clinical Lead / Therapist: MSW, RSW

Samantha Pope

Samantha Pope

Intern Therapist

Our Nova Scotia Virtual Therapy Team

Jeff Sturgeon

Jeff Sturgeon

Therapist / Founder: BSc., BSW, MSW, RCSW/RSW

Nedra Huffey

Nedra Huffey

Therapist: MSW RSW

Jaimi Thomas

Jaimi Thomas

Therapist: MSW, RSW

Jordan Burness

Jordan Burness

Therapist: MSW, RCSW

Tamarah Ternes

Tamarah Ternes

Therapist: MSW, RSW

Our Nova Scotia Client Services Team

Gabi MacLean

Gabi MacLean

Supervisor, Client Services

Preet Grewal

Preet Grewal

Client Services Coordinator

Amber Brar

Amber Brar

Receptionist

Omid Alemi

Omid Alemi

Manager, Operations & Programs

The therapists space sharing at this clinic under the name Your Counselling Ltd. are independent practitioners and not partners.