Frequently Asked Questions

People seek therapy for various reasons, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, childhood trauma, bereavement, work conflicts, stress management, grief, and substance abuse. Seeking therapy is a sign of strength and courage. It means you're ready to talk about important issues and work actively towards greater self-awareness, empowerment, and well-being. Therapy offers a supportive path to navigate life's pressures and concerns.

What types of issue can I deal with in counselling? People come into therapy seeking relief from pressures, concerns, or issues that are currently a part of their lives. Finding the right therapist is essential. We can explore if my skills are a good fit with what is bringing you into therapy. I have experience in several areas of counselling, including: • Abuse (Emotional, Mental, Physical, Sexual) • Addictions (Alcohol, Drugs, Exercise, Gambling, Shopping, Smoking, Sex, Work) • Anger management/Emotional regulation • Bereavement and loss • Depression • Low self-esteem and confidence • Relationships (Couple’s counselling, divorce counselling, issues around sex/intimacy, infidelity) • Stress (Money, health, relationships, work) • Trauma (Experiencing/witnessing accidents, attacks, abuse, violence, wars, natural disasters etc) • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Choosing the right counsellor can take time. Sometimes you'll know instantly, but often it requires building a strong therapeutic alliance. This connection is crucial for effective therapy. Our therapists are dedicated to creating a trusting, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your concerns. The right fit can lead to transformative experiences and the relief you seek.

Can people find out that I am seeing a mental health therapist? At Attune Counselling Therapy, we maintain strict confidentiality with all conversations and materials from our sessions. All information about you is held in the strictest privacy and security. You have the right to control access to any information that we maintain about you. Without your signed permission, no information is released about our work together. All our counselling therapists adhere to the Code of Ethics (https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/CodeofEthics_en.pdf)and Standards of Practice (https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/StandardsOfPractice_en_June2015.pdf)of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. The practice follows the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-canada/the-personal-information-protection-and-electronic-documents-act-pipeda/)(PIPEDA) and Nova Scotia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (https://novascotia.ca/tran/hottopics/FOIPOP.asp)(FOIPOP). In our first meeting, we'll talk about our commitments to provide you with professional and confidential therapeutic services.