FOLLOWING SEAS PSYCHOTHERAPY
CURRENT OFFERINGS
All of our services are trauma-informed and person-centered - meaning that we value meeting you wherever you are at in your mental health journey. Our services do not require a referral to get started, all you need to do is contact us to book a free consultation or book yourself in online through Jane App.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Do you take compliments like a wrinkly bill in a bank machine (ie: not well) and want to improve your self esteem? Or perhaps you may have experienced a significant loss or trauma that you'd like to process in a safe space. We are highly trained to assess and assist you with a range of mental health related concerns. Our rates start at $175 per 50 min session. Virtual (residents of NS) and in-person options available.
WPATH ASSESSMENTS
If you are an adult looking to access gender affirming surgery in Nova Scotia, you will need a psychosocial assessment by a clinician trained in the WPATH Standards of Care - that's where we come in! Sam is qualified to offer these assessments and can send a letter of recommendation for HRT and/or surgery with a report to your GP or NP if you are eligible.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION
We value mentorship and enjoy supporting fellow clinicians in their practice. We have received formal training in providing competency-based clinical supervision. We currently offer general supervision, EMDRIA Approved CIT EMDR Consultation, CACBT Certification Hours and Prolonged Exposure Certification Hours. We use a sliding scale model from $160-$200 per 50 min session. We also offer dyadic and group offerings. Inquire today to discuss your unique needs. Pre-licensed clinicians are also welcome to contact regarding clinical practicum.
ACDMA ASSESSMENTS
Sam has been designated by the Nova Scotia Public Trustee and Minister of Justice to conduct these specialized assessments (Adult Capacity and Decision Making). Please e-mail info@followingseas.ca to connect and discuss details.
WORKSHOPS & GROUPS
We offer dynamic and educational workshop and group offerings to support wellbeing for individuals, communities and organizations. Our most popular offerings are Critical Incident Group Debriefing/Stress Management and DBT Skills Groups.
If you are interested in a certain topic or would like us to come present for your organization, please drop us a line at info@followingseas.ca
FAMILY THERAPY
Family therapy is a type of counselling that helps families improve communication, work through conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Sessions may include all family members or only some, depending on the goals of therapy.
In family therapy, the family as a unit is considered the client. Participation is voluntary. Therapy works best when everyone communicates honestly and respectfully.
The therapist's role is to support the well-being of individuals and the family as a whole while remaining neutral, and does not take sides in family conflicts. Family therapy is billed at a rate of $225 per 50 min session.
CIRCLE OF SECURITY
Circle of Security® Parenting is an evidence-based program that helps caregivers better understand their child’s emotional needs and build a stronger, more secure relationship. Using a simple and practical model, Circle of Security focuses on helping children feel safe, understood, and supported while also giving caregivers tools to respond with confidence and compassion. Through this approach, caregivers learn:
• How to read and respond to their child’s emotional cues
• Why challenging behaviors often reflect unmet emotional needs
• How to support both independence and closeness
• How to repair connection after conflict or rupture
• How their own stress, history, and emotions can show up in parenting
Circle of Security is not about blame or perfection. It is about increasing understanding, strengthening connection, and helping caregivers feel more confident and less alone. This service is supportive, non-judgmental, and grounded in the belief that secure relationships are built through everyday moments, not “perfect” parenting.