Samantha Sarty

Veterans volunteering in their community after military service. Why Finding Another Way to Serve Matters to Veterans When a military career ends, whether through retirement or a medical release, a lot more than a job goes with it. For many veterans, service is who they are. It gives them a daily mission, consistency and predictability, a team that has their back, a shared language, and a clear sense of purpose. When that disappears, the loss can be bigger than most people expect. In my 8...

As an EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant in Training who primarily offers EMDR Intensives in my Halifax, NS practice, I often get asked about the difference between ongoing EMDR and an EMDR Intensive, especially as intensives are growing in popularity. Let me break down the key differences between an intensive format and ongoing sessions. What is an EMDR Intensive? An EMDR Intensive is what it sounds like - an intense amount of EMDR! Usually it is 3-5 hours of in depth trauma...

The iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse located outside of Halifax, NS, stands majestically atop rugged granite rocks, overlooking the serene expanse of the Atlantic Ocean under a clear blue sky. When a client travels to Halifax for an EMDR Intensive with me, I love providing them with suggestions of how to optimize the deep healing work in session outside of the retreat-like setting. Whether you're looking for ultimate peace and relaxation, or some adventure - the East Coast of Canada is so rich...