Anxiety And Trauma Clinic Of Nova Scotia

08/16/2026

Welcome back, Cat! 🌱

We're so happy to share that Cat Flindall has returned to the Anxiety & Trauma Clinic of Nova Scotia following her leave — and she's now taking bookings again. 💕

Returning clients: Cat would love to reconnect. You can book directly through our booking page or give us a call, and we'll get you back on her schedule.

She's also welcoming new clients! Cat brings specialized training in trauma recovery, practicing primarily in EMDR and the Integrated Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM), enriched by mindfulness-based, self-compassion, somatic and relational approaches. At the heart of her practice is an unwavering belief in each person's innate capacity for healing.
In her words: Beginning therapy can be hard—you will always be met with an open heart and an attentive ear.

https://halifaxanxietytrauma.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/25/bio

📞 (902) 412-1557
🔗 halifaxanxietytrauma.ca
📍 Suite 202, 35 Bloom Lane, Bedford — in person and virtually across Canada

08/16/2026

🌿 Please join us in welcoming three new therapists to the Anxiety & Trauma Clinic of Nova Scotia! 🌿

We're thrilled to introduce three skilled clinicians whose combined expertise spans trauma processing, neurodevelopmental support, and evidence-based therapy for anxiety — and all three are currently accepting new clients.

Mallory Mason, RCT-C holds an MA in Counselling Psychology, a BA in Psychology from Saint Mary's University, and a Social Services diploma from NSCC. She works alongside adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, relational challenges and life's harder transitions, grounding her work in evidence-based, trauma-informed and cognitive-behavioural (CBT) approaches while staying flexible and attuned to what each client actually needs in the room. Warmth, curiosity, and zero judgment.

Jiji Lathika, RCT-C is a Certified Autism Specialist with graduate degrees in Applied Clinical and Consulting Psychology and over a decade of experience across India and Canada — including work as a Child Clinical Psychologist and an Autism Program Implementer with Nova Scotia Health and the IWK. Jiji supports children, teens, young adults and families around anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, learning and behavioural challenges, and emotional regulation, blending CBT, Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Parent Management Training (PMT), and trauma-informed, family-centred care. Jiji is accepting clients aged 5 and up.

Matt Mason, RCT-C holds a BSc (Honours) in Psychology from Saint Mary's University and an MA in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. His trauma focus began during his practicum offering pro bono support to adults carrying trauma, anxiety and depression. Matt works from a deep toolkit — CPT, EMDR, CBT, DBT and ACT — and approaches trauma in three phases: safety and stability, then processing, then reconnection. Because healing shouldn't be rushed. Matt is accepting clients aged 16 and up.

Whether you're looking for trauma processing, support for a neurodivergent child, parenting strategies that actually fit your family, or practical tools for anxiety — we'd love to help you find the right fit.

📞 Call us at (902) 412-1557
🔗 Read their full bios: halifaxanxietytrauma.ca/therapist-team
📍 Suite 202, 35 Bloom Lane, Bedford — in person and virtually across Canada

08/15/2026

Thank you so much to the East Coast Credit Union for sponsoring our walk this year at DeWolf Park on September 19th. We are beyond grateful for their support and the opportunity to partner with them and the Inflamed Brain Alliance to support these children! Their new branch in West Bedford is a beautiful, comfortable location with amazing staff! 👣

🩷 Thank You, East Coast Credit Union! 👟

We’re grateful to East Coast Credit Union for supporting the Halifax Steppin’ Out for PANS PANDAS walk as a Rest Stop Sponsor.

Their contribution is helping make our Halifax walk possible while supporting our broader work to raise awareness, help families find answers, and advance Canadian PANS/PANDAS research.

Thank you, East Coast Credit Union, for Steppin’ Out with us and helping us bring health to mind.

Interested in supporting Steppin’ Out 2026 as a sponsor?

👉 https://inflamedbrain.org/become-a-sponsor/

08/05/2026

07/23/2026

Did you know ADHD's diagnostic criteria were built almost entirely from studies on hyperactive young boys?

That's a big reason so many women go undiagnosed for decades their ADHD looks different: less hyperactive, more inattentive, more "why can't I just keep it together like everyone else." Often it gets mislabeled as anxiety instead.

If that sounds familiar, this symptom checklist is a good starting point (not a diagnosis, but something to bring to a professional):
🔗 https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-in-women/
If it resonates, we're here — our team at the Anxiety & Trauma Clinic of Nova Scotia knows how ADHD, anxiety, depression and/or trauma often get tangled together. 🌱

ADHD in women often goes undiagnosed, even though women and girls are just as likely to have ADHD as males. Review these symptoms if you feel out of contr…

07/21/2026

🌟 Join Us for the 1st Annual Steppin' Out for PANS/PANDAS Walk — Bedford, NS! 🌟

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19th and come walk with us for our very first Bedford PANS/PANDAS walk!

PANS/PANDAS is a devastating illness that can change a child seemingly overnight — and too few families know it exists. We're bringing our community together to change that: to raise awareness, raise funds, and remind every PANS/PANDAS family that they are not alone.
Here's how you can help:

👣 Walk with us — bring the kids, the stroller, the dog, your whole crew
💕 Donate — every dollar moves research and support forward, no amount is too small
🤝 Sponsor the event — help us make this the best first walk it can be

This isn't just a fundraiser — it's a day for PANS/PANDAS kids to take part, be seen, and be celebrated. Kids are welcome to be involved in the event itself, and families are invited to share their story — or a piece of it — if they'd like. Every journey looks different, and we'd be honoured to help hold space for yours.
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring anyone who wants to stand with us.

📍 Details and sign-up below
❓ Questions? Send us a message — we're happy to help!

Let's make some noise for these amazing kids. See you there! 💕

07/10/2026

🌿 Beyond Reliving the Trauma: A Gentler Path to Healing
We're proud to share this thoughtful piece from our therapist, Pam Rubin

For too long, survivors of trauma have been asked to repeatedly retell and "unpack" their most painful memories—an approach that can leave people feeling re-traumatized rather than healed.

Pam explores a gentler, more effective way forward: an approach that focuses on calming the nervous system rather than disrupting it, and on what a person is experiencing now rather than forcing them back into their worst moments.

At its heart, this work is about helping survivors build a new, more compassionate relationship with themselves—noticing their survival responses with curiosity instead of shame, and coming to trust that they're safe in the present.

If you or someone you love has ever felt that therapy asks too much before you're ready, this one's worth a read. 💛

Traditional trauma therapies can retraumatize child sexual abuse survivors. Discover how TIST offers a gentle, present-focused path to lasting recovery.

07/09/2026

🌟 Meet Jiji Lathika — now accepting new youth clients ages 5 and up!

Jiji helps children, teens, young adults, and families navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, learning challenges, and emotional regulation — with warmth, evidence-based care, and genuine respect for who you already are.

With graduate degrees in Applied Clinical & Consulting Psychology and specialized training in Autism and Behavioural Science, and as a Certified Autism Specialist, she brings over a decade of experience across India and Canada, including work with Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. Her approach blends CBT, ABA, Parent Management Training, and family-centred, trauma-informed care — always tailored to your child's unique strengths.

💙 A safe, supportive space where young people feel understood, empowered, and ready to move forward.

📍 In-person in Bedford
👉 Book today: https://halifaxanxietytrauma.janeapp.com/book #/staff_member/38/bio

06/25/2026

Krystle Annand has a few openings this week. Book online

https://halifaxanxietytrauma.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/8/treatment/71
or call (902) 412-1557 to schedule an appointment this week! 🌱

https://halifaxanxietytrauma.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/8/bio