Online Individual , Couples, and Neurodiversity Affirming Counselling Services in Ontario and Nova Scotia

TRAUMA & PTSD, SUBSTANCE USE, DYSLEXIA, MENTAL HEALTH, SELF-ESTEEM, SPIRITUALITY, STRESS, RELATIONSHIPS

  • Individual counselling (ages 12+) offers an opportunity to foster healing, growth, and greater emotional well-being. I work collaboratively with clients in a way that honors their unique experiences, values, strengths, and capacity for self-determination. Through a compassionate and supportive therapeutic relationship, I help individuals navigate a variety of challenges.

  • With the ebbs and flows of life, even the strongest relationships can face challenges. With your therapist, you can expect a safe space with a neutral third party who is invested in the health of your relationship(s).

    By fostering communication, understanding and empathy, we can help you navigate conflicts, strengthen your connection and build intimacy.

    I’ll help you learn to approach conflict respectfully, to understand each other's emotional needs and to communicate effectively.

  • As someone who is dyslexic, I understand the unique challenges that arise from navigating a world that often overlooks neurodiverse perspectives. 

    My mission is to empower neurodiverse individuals by helping them navigate challenges, build on their unique strengths, and achieve their personal goals. Through advocacy, education, and compassionate support, I am committed to fostering inclusive environments where neurodiverse perspectives are valued, respected, and celebrated, allowing individuals to thrive in all areas of life.

    You don't need a formal diagnosis to work with me - we support those who do, and those who are curious or resonate with a learning disability and neurodiversity.

    • Trauma-Focused Therapy

    • Emotional Freedom Technique

    • Somatic Therapy

    • Mindfulness Based Therapy

    • Narrative Therapy

    • Dialectic Behavioral Therapy

    • Solution Focused Therapy

    • Gottman Method Relationship Therapy

    • EMDR Therapy

    • Logosynthesis®

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There’s no set formula for how our sessions need to look. We’ll take things one step at a time and adjust as we go.

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Therapy can support you with:

  • Trauma & PTSD

  • Substance Use

  • Dyslexia/Learning Disabilities 

  • Anger Management

  • Family Dynamics & Childhood Patterns

  • Self-Esteem

  • Career & Life Transitions

  • Intimate Partner Violence Recovery

  • Spirituality

  • Breakup Recovery

  • Anxiety, Depression & Chronic Stress

  • Conflict in Relationships

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Hello, I’m Hillary Bowdridge

Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW)

I believe all therapeutic approaches offer value, and that no single approach is the right fit for everyone. In many cases, one approach alone may not fully meet an individual’s needs - so I use an integrative approach to therapy. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to provide support that is most appropriate and effective for you

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