Nora-Jane Smith

My name is Nora-Jane (she/her), I am a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate. I was born and raised here in beautiful Nova Scotia; growing up in a small community where I continue to appreciate quiet rural living and enjoy being immersed in nature. I am an avid animal lover and fur-mom to 3 dogs and 3 cats.

I hold a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology and have worked with mental health for nearly two decades. I have supported many individuals who've experienced various traumas such as human trafficking, sexual violence, and domestic violence. I have helped those experiencing resource insecurity and addictions, persons experiencing psychosis (drug induced or otherwise), schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder among other psychological conditions.

My main areas of focus in therapy are trauma, anxiety, and sexuality. However, I support persons with various other concerns such as burnout, depression, major life events and transitions, addictions, anger management, suicidal ideation, and emotional regulation. I have considerable understanding of first responder culture and trauma associated with policing, military, and correctional services.

I have earned additional certifications in sex and couples therapy, advanced trauma treatment, and ADHD management. I often use therapeutic methods derrived from cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness, polyvagal theory, solution-focused therapy, and somatic therapies. I am sex and body positive, kink-aware, and welcoming of all persons.