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Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor

Ali Joy Richardson

Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
3700 Kempt Road, Suite 211, Halifax, NS B3K
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Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: trauma, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.
As a Narrative, trauma-informed therapist, I believe we each have an innate ability to heal and grow – but sometimes we get stuck. Our brains and bodies develop defence mechanisms to protect us during hard times. Sometimes, these stick around as unhelpful patterns after the danger has passed. I can help you identify, understand, and shift these patterns.
Together, we can gain a clearer picture of what's important to you and how to move towards it. I believe that when I earn someone's trust as a therapist, therapy sessions can be a life-changing experience of connection, safety, and clarity. If you feel ready, I'd be honoured to hear your story.
Ali Joy Richardson now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K

I provide sessions Mondays-Thursdays in-person, via video, and phone.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I'm Ali - I look forward to learning more about what you're seeking from therapy.
Ali Joy Richardson
Connect with Ali Joy Richardson
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K

I provide sessions Mondays-Thursdays in-person, via video, and phone.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I'm Ali - I look forward to learning more about what you're seeking from therapy.
Ali Joy Richardson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135
  • Couple Sessions $155
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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I'm a Registered Provider with Blue Cross and may be covered by other plans. My website lists helpful questions to ask your provider or HR.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
"
I'm a Registered Provider with Blue Cross and may be covered by other plans. My website lists helpful questions to ask your provider or HR.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by Province of Nova Scotia / RCT-C23-040 Supervised by Eric L. Ross (Nova Scotia / 17-004) Ali Joy Richardson
  • Membership with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 11243554 / 2023
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto Hon. B.A.
  • Attended Yorkville University, M.A. Counselling Psychology (Distinction)
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I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT-C) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists and I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have additional training in EMDR.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
"
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT-C) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists and I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have additional training in EMDR.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Artist Mental Health
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity & Expression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Women's Issues
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I have particular experience in trauma recovery, especially healing from abuse. We'll work at the pace that's right for you.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
"
I have particular experience in trauma recovery, especially healing from abuse. We'll work at the pace that's right for you.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC

5 Endorsements

Michelle Labine
Michelle Labine
Counsellor, MA , RCT, RP, CCC
Ali is sincere, deeply compassionate and listens intently to her clients. She has a beautiful creative way about her that she brings into her therapy, enhancing her sessions.
Cassidy Franklin
Cassidy Franklin
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
Ali is a warm, genuine, and intuitive counselling therapist. Her approach is incredibly thoughtful and compassionate, I would highly recommend working with Ali!
Eric L. Ross
Eric L. Ross
Counsellor, MEd, RCT, CCC, MTA
Ali's creativity and knowledge support her in being an effective and caring therapist across a range of ages.
Janet Budd
Janet Budd
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC, CCTP
Ali is a warm, compassionate and genuine therapist who values the strengths of her clients. Ali is highly skilled and works with clients to create a trusting relationship and safe space to support healing. I would highly recommend working with Ali!
Neil Silcox
Neil Silcox
Counsellor, MEd, MFA, RCT-C
Ali Joy Richardson's warmth and compassion are unmatched, and she is deeply dedicated to all her clients. Her expertise in Narrative Therapy gives her a unique ability to help people create new stories for who they are and how they want to be in the world.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Gottman Method
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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With curiosity and compassion, Narrative Therapy helps us examine the stories we tell ourselves about our lives. Which stories are serving us? Which are limiting us? Where do these stories come from? What parts of ourselves have we lost touch with?
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
"
With curiosity and compassion, Narrative Therapy helps us examine the stories we tell ourselves about our lives. Which stories are serving us? Which are limiting us? Where do these stories come from? What parts of ourselves have we lost touch with?
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC

Location

Primary Location

Richardson Therapy

3700 Kempt Road

Suite 211

Halifax, NS B3K

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I provide sessions Mondays-Thursdays in-person, via video, and phone.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC
"
I provide sessions Mondays-Thursdays in-person, via video, and phone.
Photo of Ali Joy Richardson, MA, RCT-C, CCC, Counsellor
Ali Joy Richardson
Counsellor, MA, RCT-C, CCC