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Therapy Methods

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)

Susan Squires

Psychologist
New Minas, Nova Scotia
In-person & Online

Specialties & Expertise

Anxiety Behavioural Issues Caregiver Support Chronic Illness Chronic Pain Depression Grief & Loss Interpersonal Conflict Life Transitions Mood Disorders Personality Disorders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Relationship Issues Self-Esteem Sleep/Insomnia Social Anxiety Stress & Burnout Trauma Workplace Issues

Populations

Adults First Responders & Military Neurodivergent Individuals Veterans

Therapy Methods

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)

Therapeutic Approach & Specialties

Susan believes in a client-centered approach to therapy. She works with first responders, military members and Veterans to treat PTSD using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness to address challenges such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, major depressive disorder, as well as interpersonal issues, self-esteem, work and stress related issues.

Professional & Academic Background

Susan earned a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Acadia University. She is a registered Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP). Part of the requirements for continued registration is continuing education and professional development. She also has a Masters in Experimental Psychology from Memorial University in Newfoundland. Prior to joining True North she worked in Private Practice where she gained experience working with community services.

Why They Chose This Work

Susan has a strong belief in helping others with their life challenges. She values open communication and respect of others to devise a goal-oriented approach to therapy.

Outside the Office

When she’s not working, Susan enjoys dog sports and spending time with her two Jack Russell Terriers and two Schapendoes.

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