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​Jeannette Kennedy, M.Sc., Registered Psychologist

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 Please note: Due to high caseload volume, Jeannette is not accepting new clients at this time.
Jeannette is the practice owner and a Registered Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in
Psychology (NSBEP).  Jeannette is a graduate from Acadia University, class of 2002, specializing in clinical psychology.  Previous experience has been in both the public and private sectors.  She is a member of the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (past executive member).  Specialized training includes certification in EMDR Therapy, Intensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) training, Level 1 iRest® Yoga Nidra (certification in progress), and Level 1 Warriors at Ease. 

Life events shape who we are.  Challenges and traumas can negatively impact our well-being resulting in Major Depression, Posttraumatic Stress, Anxiety Disorders, Addictions, relationship difficulties, etc.  Jeannette believes in the importance of a holistic approach of mind, body, and spirit for restoring and maintaining emotional well-being. Her approach is client-centred and trauma informed utilizing cognitive-behavioural therapy, EMDR Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, iRest®, mindfulness, and acceptance strategies.
Phone: 902-957-1987  Email: jeannettekennedy.soar@gmail.com
                 

​Mallory V. Powell, M.A.S.P., Registered ​Psychologist​

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Please note: Due to high caseload volume, Mallory is not accepting new therapy clients at this time. Mallory is still accepting new clients for psycho-educational assessments and current wait times for an assessment are 3-4 months (October 2021).
Mallory Powell is a Registered Psychologist completing her Master Degree in School Psychology in 2011. She is a member of the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) specializes in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing a variety of learning, mental health, and behavioral challenges. 
 
Mallory has extensive experience in Psycho-Educational Assessments from her time working in school settings. She has gained comprehensive training directly working with children, adolescents, their families, and school personnel in psychotherapy, intervention, and consultation. Mallory is also bilingual and can offer academic assessments in French as part of a comprehensive educational assessment.
 
Mallory’s therapeutic approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques; however, with all clients, treatment is tailored to meet each person’s specific needs. Above all else, a strong rapport and alliance between herself and the client is the most important factor in growth and success. She builds this rapport through trust, authenticity, and honesty. 
​                                                      Phone: 902-809-4440
                                                      Email: malloryvpowell@gmail.com

Jennifer Decker, M.A., Registered Psychologist

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Jennifer Decker is a Registered Psychologist and current member of the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia.  She obtained a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology in 2012 from Trinity Western University.  Jennifer specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults experiencing mental health and behavioural challenges.  

Jennifer has experience working with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and parenting concerns.  She has specialized training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and uses cognitive behavioural and mindfulness-based approaches in therapy.  Creating a sense of safety in therapy is her first priority.  Jennifer is providing virtual services only at this time.

Jennifer is married with two children and loves being outside!

                                                                                Jennifer is currently not accepting clients at this time.                                                                                                                                                       email: jenniferdecker.soar@gmail.com

Allison Harris, M.Sc., Psychologist (Candidate Register)

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Allison Harris is a Psychologist (Candidate Register) with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP) and a member of the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS). She completed her undergraduate education at Mount Allison University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Honours in Psychology), and subsequently graduated with a Master of Science Degree with a specialization in Clinical Psychology from Acadia University.
Allison has experience working in both public and private mental health settings, completing her clinical training through the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) and SOAR Psychological Services. During her training she provided individual and group therapy to adolescent and adult clients, presenting with a variety of concerns such as complex trauma, PTSD, emotion dysregulation, self-harm, depression, stress, and behavioral difficulties. Allison’s approach to therapy is client-centred and emphasizes safety, trust, and collaboration. She has training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and draws from other therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness to meet the individual needs of her clients.
Allison is currently not accepting new clients at this time.  Email: allisonharrisf@gmail.com 
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