Individual & Couples Therapy for Grief & Loss

Loss takes many forms… the death of a loved one or a beloved pet…the loss of trust and emotional safety in a relationship… or the quiet grief of dreams unfulfilled. It can show up in life transitions like becoming a parent, facing infertility, navigating estrangement from a family member, or losing a sense of identity. 
Each loss carries a unique kind of pain — one that is often invisible, complicated, and hard to hold. Whether your loss is clear or harder to name, the ache of your grief is real, and it can leave you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and alone.
As an Emotionally Focused Therapist, I strongly believe healing happens within connection — with ourselves and with those we trust and love. 
Whether seeking Individual or Couples Therapy, together we will safely explore the weight of your emotions, making sense of the pain, while nurturing self-compassion and strength. 
Grief can feel utterly isolating, but you certainly do not have to move through it alone. I would be honoured to walk alongside you during such a tender time as you find meaning and healing, in the midst of heartbreak.

Jennifer Shadbolt

Qualifications:

  • Registered Counselling Therapist (Candidate, RCT-C) Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists License #RCT-C24-112

  • Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association Professional Member #11250929

  • Professional Member of The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy

  • M.Sc. (Dalhousie University)

  • M.Ed. (Acadia University)

  • B.Ed. (Acadia University)

  • B.A. (Saint Mary’s University)

Counselling Therapist, MSc., MEd., RCT-C

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. One form of therapy might mesh well with one but not resonate at all with someone else. Knowing this, my therapeutic approach is integrated- meaning I pull from various attachment and strength-based interventions so that I can tailor sessions to your specific needs. That said, I do primarily lean on Emotionally Focused Therapy , as it aligns with my personal beliefs that we as humans struggle in isolation and thrive in secure relationships with others.

“Emotional connection among human beings is like oxygen.”

~ Dr. Sue Johnson

If you have any questions or curiosities, or simply would like to book…

What can I expect from our sessions together?

I believe in offering accessible counselling sessions. This is why Flora Counselling Therapy is a dedicated virtual practice where I offer online counselling sessions through a secure, Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) approved electronic platform. This means that by eliminating travel costs, time, and stress, your sessions at Flora are located wherever they are most convenient and comfortable for you. 

Where are you located?

Individual Counselling Session: $150/session

Couples Counselling Session: $200/session

Counselling Therapy is a tax-free service, covered by many insurance companies. If you would like to use insurance, please check with your provider(s) about your specific plan’s coverage. 
Payment can be made via Credit Card or e-transfer. 
Flora Counselling Therapy provides detailed receipts for reimbursement after each session.

What are your fees?

What advanced training do you have?

At Flora, continued training is a way to offer clients the highest standard of care. 
Listed below are of some of the most recently completed advanced trainings that will support our work together: 
  • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Training: Essentials (levels 1 & 2) in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) 
  • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) for Grief
  • Transforming Trauma with Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) 
  • Relationship Counselling Training:
    • Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) 
    • The Gottman Method 
    • EFT AIRM (Attachment Injury Repair Model) Training

Let’s Connect…

Whether you're looking to navigate life's challenges, deepen your connections, or simply find a space to share your thoughts…let’s nurture your journey towards healing and growth together.

admin@floracounselling.com
(902) 809-2216

Please note that as a private clinic, Flora Counselling Therapy is unable to handle emergency situations. If you are in crisis, please reach out to any of the resources listed below: 

Suicide Crisis Help Line: Text 9-8-8 

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 Text 686868

The Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team at 1-888-429-8167

The Canada Suicide Prevention Service 1-833-456-4566 

Trans Life Line Canada 1-877-330-6366

Call 911 or proceed to your nearest emergency department. 

More Info

As a Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate based in Nova Scotia, my licensing regulatory body is The Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT). As practitioner of a regulated profession, I abide by a professional code of ethics and standards of practice outlined by both the above mentioned public interest regulatory body; as well as, our national professional association, The Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

Please find provided links to access the CCPA Code of Ethics and CCPA Standards of Practice; as well as, a link to NSCCT’s process for filing a complaint. In Nova Scotia, you can contact the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists to file a complaint regarding a therapist (RCT/RCT-C). You may also contact the Therapist’s Supervisor. The Supervisor for Jennifer Shadbolt is Dr. Kelly Brenton, RCT#: RCT-24-050 Email: kelly.brenton@acadiau.ca. Additionally, below is the contact information for NSCCT:

registrar@nscct.ca
902-225-7531
Sexual Misconduct Reporting Line: 902-579-8119