Alivera’s Therapists
Our compassionate therapists provide therapy and individualized treatment plans for issues like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, life transitions, stress, and more.
Why Choose Alivera?
- Person-Centered Care: You are the expert of your own life, and we’re here to support you on your terms. Come as you are. Everyone is Welcome! here.
- Flexible Access: Convenient in-person and virtual sessions to fit your lifestyle. We offer early morning, daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Weather permitting, we offer walk-and-talk therapy.
- Diverse Expertise: Our team brings a broad range of specialties and therapeutic modalities. We are all lifelong learners and are continuously updating our education and skills.
- Community Commitment: We’re deeply rooted in serving and respecting our local and virtual communities – giving back to our community is important to us.
We are a group of therapists spanning Gen Z to Gen X and we treat people from all walks of life. We use various approaches to tailor a unique treatment plan. Check out our profiles below. There’s a reason you’re here and we can help. We’d love to hear from you!
Healing happens here!
Where We’re Located & How We Connect
- In-Person Therapy: Available in Halifax (Dartmouth), Nova Scotia
- Virtual Therapy: Accessible across Nova Scotia and Ontario
Here’s a quick introduction of our expert team of therapists
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Denise — Founder and Clinical Director, Clinical Specialist
With over 20 years of experience in mental health and social care, Denise blends trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and holistic approaches. She supports individuals, couples, and families through life transitions, mental health challenges, grief, and stress. Denise offers in-person therapy in Nova Scotia, and virtual therapy across Nova Scotia and Ontario.
Allison — Clinical Specialist
Allison offers a positive, culturally informed, and multi-dimensional counselling approach. She supports military members, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, at-risk adolescents, and BIPOC communities. Allison provides in-person therapy in Nova Scotia, and virtual therapy across Nova Scotia and Ontario.
Melanie — Clinical Specialist
Melanie supports adults navigating anxiety, chronic illness, caregiving stress, grief, and life transitions. She offers in-person therapy in Halifax (Dartmouth) and virtual sessions across Nova Scotia.
Grace – MACP Student Intern
Grace is offering affordable therapy (with some limited pro bono sessions) (under supervision) and group sessions. She is a student of Yorkville University and will be completing her practicum with us this fall and spring 2026.
Under supervision of Denise Young.
Leanne Lyall , MACP Student Intern
Leanne was born and raised in Newfoundland and Labrador and has always been deeply connected to family, community, and helping others. She is married and the proud parent of three children, including a teenager and six-year-old twins, along with two dogs who keep life busy and full.
Heather Coates Jones, MACP Student Intern
Heather is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and holds a BA in International Development from the University of Guelph, a BEd in Elementary Education from Mount St Vincent University and a MEd in Special Education (now known as Diverse Learners) from Acadia University.
Tarah Wright, MACP Student Intern
Tarah is a counselling intern whose work is grounded in respect for clients’ experiences and the belief that change happens within safe and respectful therapeutic spaces. She is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She also holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in Environmental Studies (University of Waterloo and Dalhousie University) and a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Alberta.