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Karen Gross
Counsellor, RCT-C, MEd
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
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My work as a therapist is grounded by my belief in the inherent dignity of all people, the wisdom of our bodies, and our innate capacity to heal. I often work with people who might want to believe these things, too, but struggle to find hope after experiences of trauma or distress. I believe that therapy can help us learn to move through the world with more ease, presence, and compassion (for self and others). As a queer and non-binary therapist, I have a special place in my heart for queer and trans clients. I aim to offer a counselling experience that is safe and that does not require you to justify or explain your identity.
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My approach to therapy invites your collaboration. I act as a guide, while appreciating that you are the expert of your own experience. I hope that together we can create a space that is compassionate, curious, and creative. I approach my clients with respect and non-judgement. All my work is consent focused and moves gently, at the speed of trust.
I appreciate how vulnerable it can be to start working with a new therapist, and that it takes time to build a therapeutic relationship. I encourage you to book a free consult call and ask questions. I hope we can work together to find an approach to counselling that will best support you.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
Insurance
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Desjardins
- Green Shield Canada
- Johnson
- Manulife
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Veterans Affairs Canada
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Karen Gross
Counsellor, RCT-C, MEd
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-C22-095 Supervised by Erica Baker-Gagnon (Nova Scotia / RCT-19-004) Karen Gross
- In Practice for 2 Years
- Certificate from Stepping In: 16 Week Comprehensive IFS Course (IFSCA) 2023
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training Level 1 (Janina Fisher) 2024
- Attended Acadia University, Master of Education in Counselling, Graduated 2022
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sexual Abuse
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused