My Offerings
My compassionate, person-centred approach blends Art Therapy, Somatics and Talk Therapy Approaches(Internal Family Systems & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to support the complex, and sometimes conflicting, emotions that come with being human. Grounded in a background in Neuroscience, my approach recognizes the powerful connection between the brain and body. I deeply believe in your innate capacity to heal and grow, and always honour that you are the expert in your own life.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem/identity, relationships, life transitions, and more. I offer in-person sessions in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and online sessions across Canada (excluding Quebec).
Phone Consultation
Free - 15 minutes
Curious about art therapy or counselling and wondering if we’re the right fit? I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs, answer any questions, and explore how we can work together. This no-pressure call is a chance to learn more about my approach and see if it feels right for you
Individual Counselling (In-Person or Virtual)
$155 - 60 minutes
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, or grief, I offer a person-centred and part-informed approach to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered. Accessible, flexible, and tailored to your unique needs—let’s work together to create meaningful change in your life.
Group Therapy
Cost Varies by Event (Next: June 10th, 630-8pm, $48)
Drop-in groups offer a relaxed, supportive space where you can explore your creativity and find emotional connection and support in a group setting. Each session focuses on a specific theme, offering gentle invitations and guidance, while allowing you the flexibility to use the time in a way that best supports your needs.
Current Group Offerings
Altered Books - An Art Therapy Workshop with Risework Therapy
In-person Group @ Risework Therapy
5781 Charles St, Halifax, NS B3K 1K7
Cost - $48 - supplies included
Wednesday June 10th, 2026 630-8pm (18+)
When we think about stories - those told on big screens, around the dinner table, or the ones we tell ourselves - we often imagine them as fixed. As though once something has been written, experienced, or believed, it must remain unchanged.
But stories are constantly being shaped and reshaped through perspective, context, memory, and meaning. Think of a game of telephone, where a single sentence transforms as it moves from person to person. In films adapted from books, the same story can feel entirely different depending on what is highlighted, softened, removed, or reimagined. In many ways, we do this throughout our lives as well.
This in-person workshop at Risework Therapy in Halifax invites us to explore the idea that perhaps our stories are not as fixed as we’ve been taught to believe. Through altered books, collage, and creative exploration, we will reflect on what we might want to reclaim, rewrite, rediscover, or make space for as we move into a new season.
If you have any questions about this group, or future groups, please reach out to sarah@thetidesarttherapy.ca
Art Therapy Groups with
Eating Disorders Nova Scotia
In-person Groups @ Eating Disorders Nova Scotia
2711 Agricola Street, Halifax NS, B3K 4C7
Cost: Free - generously funded by EDNS, supplies included
Next Session: Saturday May 30, 2026 1-230pm (16+)
Join me for a monthly art therapy group focused on using creativity as a tool for grounding, emotional expression, clarity, and self-connection. This group invites participants to explore their inner experiences in a gentle, accessible way - no art experience, or diagnosis, is required - only curiosity and openness.
Together we will:
Use guided art-making to explore emotions, sensations, and patterns connected to disordered eating and body image
Practice grounding and regulation tools through creative and somatic exercises, such as bilateral scribbling, journaling, and reflective art prompts
Build self-compassion and deepen understanding of different parts of ourselves in a supportive group space
I work from a person-centered approach, guiding individuals and groups in ways that feel meaningful and supportive. In these workshops, you can expect to feel more connected to yourself, gain new insights and coping tools, and discover ways of expressing and processing emotions beyond words.
This program is currently being offered free of charge, though donations are welcome! If you have any questions about this group, or future groups, please reach out to sarah@thetidesarttherapy.ca
