Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) / Registered Psychotherapist (RP) /Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)
Ayesha is a deeply empathetic and compassionate therapist who is known for creating a warm, welcoming space where clients feel safe, supported, and comfortable sharing even the most difficult and deeply personal aspects of their lives. Her non-judgmental presence allows individuals to feel heard, seen, and supported as they navigate their healing journey. She believes that therapy should be a collaborative and empowering experience, grounded in trust and authenticity.
Ayesha holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, is a Registered Counselling Therapist in Nova Scotia, and a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. With a medical background (M.D.) and advanced training in mental health, Ayesha brings a holistic approach to her practice.Her experience includes hospitals, schools, and private practice, working with clients from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Ayesha supports teens (11+), adults, and elderly in addressing a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, low self-worth, and multicultural issues.
Ayesha uses a trauma-informed, integrative approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based interventions—tailoring each session to meet the individual needs of her clients. Ayesha offers therapy in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi, creating a supportive space where individuals can express themselves comfortably in their preferred language. With a culturally responsive and inclusive approach, she works with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including newcomers, immigrants, racialized individuals, and indigenous peoples. Her in-person and virtual sessions are designed to be accessible, welcoming, and rooted in respect for each person’s unique story and identity.
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C)
Mariana holds a Master’s in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University and a Clinical Psychology degree from the University of Salvador in Brazil. Mariana has an extensive background in perinatal mental health, multicultural counseling, and supporting those navigating immigration challenges. Her experience spans work with diverse clients, from children (4 years and above), parents, people from different ethnic/ cultural backgrounds, and first responders. She offers therapeutic support that addresses trauma, violence, addiction, parenting, emotional and behavioral difficulties with children, and cultural issues.
With her specialized training in Attachment-Based Parenting, Children-Based Therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mariana Lima effectively supports clients facing a variety of mental health challenges. She is particularly skilled in assisting parents navigating attachment and parenting challenges, and those seeking strategies for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, stress, and personal growth. She also supports children with a wide range of issues, from emotional and behavioral difficulties to specific mental health concerns. Mariana’s training also includes Grief and Bereavement Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Crisis Intervention, equipping her to help clients dealing with grief, bereavement, crisis situations, and behavioral concerns.
Mariana’s humanistic, and empathetic approach fosters a safe space for clients to explore their emotions, build resilience, and work toward personal growth. Her work is guided by the belief that every person deserves to feel understood and supported, especially during life transitions such as becoming a parent, moving to a new country, or other new adjustments in life. She strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings, build resilience, and foster a sense of belonging. She looks forward to supporting you on your journey towards healing and personal growth. She offers therapy in Portuguese and Spanish language also along with English.
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate (RCT-C)
Chasity is a warm, empathetic, and client-centered therapist who believes that a strong therapeutic relationship and a sense of safety are the foundation of meaningful change. She strives to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, validated, and comfortable being their authentic selves. Chasity meets each client with an open mind and compassion, understanding that their struggles and behaviors are often shaped by what they have experienced in life. She believes clients can develop practical tools and strategies to support healing, growth, and a happier and healthier life.
Chasity holds a Master of Education in Counselling from Acadia University and takes a trauma-informed, integrative approach to therapy. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), drawing on these approaches to support clients in processing traumatic experiences, managing distressing emotions, and developing effective coping strategies. Depending on each client’s needs and goals, she also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, expressive arts, play therapy, and Thera play.
Chasity has experience working with clients across diverse socioeconomic, educational, racial, religious, linguistic, gender, and sexuality backgrounds and believes that therapy should be accessible and inclusive. She is committed to providing culturally responsive, social justice-oriented care and advocating for her clients. She has worked with children as young as three, as well as teens and adults, supporting individuals with concerns including anxiety, depression, early childhood trauma, family violence, and sexual abuse. Her areas of particular interest include grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, and eating disorders.
Chasity brings diverse cross-cultural experiences to her practice, having taught in South Korea for two years, completed a teaching practicum in Iqaluit, studied in France, and travelled extensively throughout Asia and Europe. These experiences have deepened her appreciation for cultural diversity and the unique perspectives each individual brings to therapy. Chasity offers services in both English and French and is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.
Our clinic is in Bedford, but we also serve clients from Halifax, Dartmouth, and Lower Sackville.
We likewise provide online counseliing in Nova Scotia.
