Individual
Therapy
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, navigating a difficult relationship, feeling stuck in old patterns, or going through a change you're not quite sure how to handle.
At Risework, individual therapy offers a supportive, non-judgmental space to better understand yourself, work through challenges, and build the tools to move forward with greater confidence.
We offer in-person therapy in Halifax and virtual therapy across Canada, helping you connect with a therapist who feels like the right fit.
Find the Therapy That Works for You
Whether you prefer meeting in person or connecting from the comfort of your own space, we're here to help you find support that fits your life.
In-Person Individual Therapy in Halifax
Connect with a therapist at our welcoming North End Halifax office. Our team offers personalized support for anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, life transitions, and more.
Virtual Therapy Across Canada
Access meaningful mental health support from wherever you feel comfortable. Our virtual therapists work with clients across eligible Canadian provinces and territories, making it easier to fit therapy into your schedule.
What Can Individual Therapy Help With?
You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes you're navigating something difficult. Other times, you're ready to understand yourself better or make meaningful changes in your life.
Our therapists support individuals experiencing difficulties such as:
Anxiety, Stress & Overthinking
When your mind won't switch off, you're constantly worrying about what might happen next, or everyday situations feel more overwhelming than they should.
Self-Esteem, Confidence & People-Pleasing
When you're tired of second-guessing yourself, putting everyone else's needs first, or feeling like you're never quite doing enough.
Relationships, Dating & Attachment
When you notice yourself repeating relationship patterns, struggling with boundaries, feeling anxious in dating, or having difficulty communicating your needs.
Trauma & Difficult Past Experiences
When past experiences continue to affect how you feel, connect with others, or navigate the world around you.
ADHD & Emotional Regulation
When you're struggling with focus, motivation, emotional overwhelm, executive functioning, or understanding how your brain works.
Burnout & Life Transitions
When you're feeling stretched too thin, navigating a breakup, changing careers, experiencing grief, or figuring out what's next.
Depression & Low Mood
When you're feeling disconnected, unmotivated, stuck, or finding it difficult to enjoy the things you once did.
You don't need to know exactly what's wrong to reach out. We'll help you find a therapist who can support you in figuring out what you need.
What Does Individual Therapy Look Like?
Individual therapy is a collaborative, one-on-one experience between you and your therapist.
It's a space to talk openly, explore what's happening beneath the surface, and better understand the thoughts, emotions, and patterns influencing your life.
Depending on your needs, therapy might involve:
Understanding where certain thoughts, emotions, or behaviours come from
Learning practical tools to manage anxiety, stress, and difficult emotions
Exploring relationship patterns and building healthier boundaries
Processing past experiences
Strengthening confidence and self-trust
Developing new ways to navigate challenges and create meaningful change
Some sessions may be focused on working through something happening right now. Others may involve exploring deeper patterns or experiences.
There's no one-size-fits-all approach, and you don't need to show up with a perfectly organized list of things to talk about.
Therapy is your space, and we'll meet you where you are.
Our Approach to Individual Therapy
We believe good therapy is both evidence-informed and genuinely human.
Our therapists bring professional training, curiosity, compassion, and their own authentic personalities into the therapy room. You don't have to worry about saying the right thing or having everything figured out.
Depending on your goals and your therapist's training, individual therapy at Risework may incorporate approaches such as:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Understanding and changing unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Building flexibility and making choices aligned with your values.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Developing skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationships.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Exploring different parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion.
EMDR Therapy: Processing distressing experiences with an appropriately trained therapist.
Somatic and Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Understanding the connection between your body, emotions, and nervous system.
Your therapist will tailor their approach to your needs rather than expecting you to fit into a specific method.
Finding the Right Therapist Shouldn't Be Another Stressor
We know finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. Between scrolling through profiles, comparing approaches, and trying to figure out who you'll actually connect with, it's not always easy to know where to start.
That's why we do things a little differently at Risework.
1. Start With a Free Consultation
Book a free 15-minute matching call with our intake team. We'll learn about what brings you to therapy, what you're hoping to work on, and what matters most to you in a therapist.
2. Get Matched With a Therapist
We'll recommend someone on our team based on their experience, therapeutic approach, personality, availability, and your preferences.
3. See How It Feels
Meet your therapist and begin working toward your goals. And if the connection doesn't feel right, we'll help you explore another option.
Our therapist fit guarantee means that if your first match isn't the right fit, we'll cover your first session with a new therapist through our matching process.
Because finding the right support should feel supportive from the very beginning.
Inclusive, Affirming Therapy for Real Life
You deserve a space where you can show up as yourself.
Risework is an LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, sex-positive, and inclusive practice. We welcome people of diverse identities, backgrounds, and relationship structures, including those navigating polyamorous and consensually non-monogamous relationships.
Our therapists understand that your experiences, relationships, identity, and environment all shape your mental health.
We're here to offer support without judgment, assumptions, or expectations about who you should be.
Frequently Asked Questions About Individual Therapy
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You don't need a diagnosis or a major crisis to start therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, or simply want to understand yourself better, individual counselling can offer meaningful support.
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Your first session is an opportunity to get to know your therapist, discuss what brings you to therapy, and begin exploring your goals. You don't need to prepare anything or know exactly what to say.
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Many clients begin with weekly or biweekly sessions, but frequency depends on your goals, needs, availability, and budget. Your therapist can help you decide what works best.
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Our standard individual therapy rate is $185 per session. We also offer more affordable therapy options, including sessions with supervised graduate-level intern therapists at $100 per session, with sliding-scale options available.
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Yes. Risework offers virtual individual therapy across Canada, excluding Quebec, subject to therapist availability and eligibility to practise in your location. We also offer in-person sessions in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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You don't have to figure it out alone. Our free 15-minute matching consultation helps us understand your needs and preferences so we can recommend a therapist who may be a good fit.