Fireside Counselling

09/01/2026

The wait is over!🔥
Our September cohort is starting next week and we will be contacting those on our wait list, to offer appointments.

Fireside Counselling is a low-cost option for clients who do not have insurance and for whom the regular cost of therapy is unaffordable. Sessions are $40.00 and counselling is provided by Masters-level practicum students, under the supervision of licensed Brightside Integrated Health therapists!

Want to learn more? Contact us today!
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08/25/2026

Lauren can also recommend free options for clients experiencing financial hardship!

Three record suspension application packages completed and ready to go!

Do you have an old criminal record that weighs on your mind and doesn't represent the person you are today?

Reach out to Lauren Brady, to see if you might be eligible for a record suspension, and learn about how it could benefit you!

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08/11/2026

Congratulations to our current cohort of counselling interns, who have wrapped up their practicums! We want to thank Emma Beaudoin, Elisse Angelo, MACP - Counselling Intern, Crystal George and Ruth Shelton for being such an awesome team and for their hard work and dedication to our clients. We wish you all the success in your respective future practices and we have no doubt that you will be excellent counselling therapists!

Want to check out our new oncoming cohort?
Their profiles are up!
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To be placed on our waiting list, call us at 902-444-0557 or email at [email protected].

08/10/2026

Brightside Integrated Health is a multi-disciplinary mental health and wellness clinic, located in Dartmouth, NS. Our dedicated team of practitioners provide counselling therapy, massage therapy, acupuncture and nutritional counselling.

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day from your friends at Fireside Counselling!🍁

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06/26/2026

Fireside Counselling interns are currently at capacity and so we are starting our first ever wait list!🔥

Have you been thinking about starting a counselling journey, but lack of insurance and the cost of private therapy has been standing in your way? This might be a great time to secure your spot for September!

**We still have some current openings for new clients who would like short-term support, rather than ongoing therapy.

For more information, or to be added to our wait list, please call 902-444-0557, or email [email protected].

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06/24/2026

What is Walk and Talk Therapy?🚶‍♀️🚶🏼🌳☀

Glad you asked! It is a form of therapy that combines traditional talk therapy with physical activity outdoors, typically walking. Instead of sitting in the clinic office, the therapist and client engage in sessions while walking together in a natural environment.

The benefits of walk and talk therapy can include:

💪Physical well-being: Engaging in physical activity while receiving therapy can have positive effects on physical health, such as improved cardiovascular fitness, increased energy levels, and reduced stress. You may even get a boost of Vitamin D!

🧠Mental and emotional well-being: Being in nature and engaging in physical movement can help reduce anxiety and stress while promoting a sense of relaxation, improved mood, and overall mental clarity.

🧘‍♀️Enhanced self-reflection: The act of walking and being surrounded by nature can create a calming and contemplative atmosphere, making it easier to reflect on thoughts and emotions.

💡Increased creativity: Being outdoors and exposed to natural elements can stimulate creativity and problem-solving abilities. The change in environment and sensory input can inspire new perspectives and fresh insights.

👫Therapeutic alliance: The informal and relaxed setting of walk and talk therapy can foster a sense of collaboration and equality between the therapist and client. Walking side by side, rather than facing each other in a traditional office, can create a more informal and comfortable atmosphere, enhancing the therapeutic alliance.

👉It is important to note that walk and talk therapy may not be suitable for everyone. Some individuals may have physical limitations that prevent them from participating, while others may prefer the privacy and structure of a traditional therapy setting.

If you would like to try walk and talk therapy, please ask our admin team whether your counselling intern offers this option!

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06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day, Brian!❤️
Shout out to all the dads and dad-figures who show up with love, kindness, guidance and support for their families and communities. We see and appreciate you!🧡

Happy Summer Solstice and Happy Father's Day!🌞

A special shout-out to our favourite dad (and dog-dad), Brian MacAulay - thanks for caring, working so hard and consistently showing up for your family, Brightside team and clients!

Father's Day can be an emotionally charged day for some, so permission granted to be extra kind and gentle with yourself today, if needed.💛

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06/04/2026

Happy Birthday, Brightside Integrated Health!🧡

Happy Birthday to US! 🎉🎂🎊🎈🎁
Monday came and went quietly, but it was our THIRD birthday!
Just over 3 years ago, we conceptualized a mental health clinic in our community that was anything but clinical feeling - we envisioned forming a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team who prioritized a mind-body approach to mental health and overall wellness. We wanted our clinic to have a relaxed vibe and for our team to feel supported and enjoy coming into work! We wanted to build trust and a reputation of dependability and quality within our community.
And we did it!🎉
Brightside is not a slick franchise... we are a family and practitioner - owned and operated business. We are super proud of our team and grateful for all of our clients, who allow us to do what we love, every day. Thank you.🙏

-Brian & Lauren

05/30/2026

Yesterday, Fireside's manager, Lauren Brady and counselling intern, Ruth Shelton took a field trip to The Marguerite Centre to drop off some information about Fireside Counselling and make an in-person connection. Intake and outreach coordinator, Claire, gave them a tour and discussed possibilities for collaboration!

The Marguerite Centre is a place of healing for women recovering from addiction and is the only facility of its kind in Nova Scotia. It provides a holistic, women-centred approach to recovery from substance misuse and gambling addiction. They are an inclusive, safe, non-judgmental environment; free from discrimination and available regardless of economic status.

Residents receive their own room and are empowered to create their own path to healing and recovery. Counsellors work with them to develop personal and family plans and goals.

The Marguerite Centre a place of healing for women recovering from addiction Located near Halifax, The Marguerite Centre is the only facility of its kind for women in Nova Scotia. In a world, where the vast majority of treatment models are tailor-made for men, and centres that help women living with...