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Spectrum Founding Counselling Therapist
Felicia Burchell, B.Sc.O.T., (Reg NS,NB,PE), MEd (Counselling), RCT, CCC
I graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy in 1989 and from Acadia University with a Master of Education (Counselling) in 2005. I am a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia, the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists. I am elected member and Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists.
Originally from the North End of Halifax, Felicia has primarily lived and worked in Dartmouth and Cole Harbour for the last 25 years. Raising her children through the schools, sports and other community activities she has learned so much about her communities She loves and values pets and plants in her life (she has a small collection). In her spare time Felicia can be found watching the occasional home design show.
Accepting new clients.
Vivica Steer, B.A, MA (Counselling), RCT-C, CCC
My passion for helping has led me on a path to achieving an M.A. in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, NB and a B.A. in Guidance and Counselling – minor; Applied Behaviour Analysis, at Jamaica Theological Seminary, Kingston, Jamaica. I also hold a Diploma in Marketing from University of Technology, Kingston Jamaica, and a Associate Customer Service (ACS) Diploma from Life Office Management Association (LOMA), Atlanta GA, USA. I am competent in Jamaican Sign Language (JSL), and Deaf Culture Communication.
Like many, I struggled with a career path in high school, but I have always been good with people. I worked for many years in customer service and finance which has helped in building my passion for working with people. In life, as in counselling, establishing relationships is very important to me. I look forward to exploring my new home, Nova Scotia.
Accepting new clients.
Ella Milligan BA, MEd (Counselling) Candidate
Thrilled to announce that Ella Milligan will be joining us for her winter practicum at Acadia University. Ella has an extensive background connecting with people around the world and brings that experience with her. She has practiced as a Registered Massage Therapist for 20 years gaining extensive knowledge about the connection between the physical and mental state of the body. Interested in how people communicate meaning, she returned to school in 2016 to complete her B.A. in Communication from the University of Colorado.
Ella has a keen interest in others and a desire to make a difference. She comes from a family of social workers, therapists, and teachers. Her professional interests include learning more about working with trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and other areas of counselling. She has an interest and commitment to her own mindfulness practice and strives to bring that to her professional practice. She seeks to use all her skills and knowledge to help people heal.
Accepting clients.
Sean Maddox B.A., M.I.A.
I graduated from Dalhousie University with an B.A. Advanced Major (Political Science), and a Masters of International Affairs with a Major in International Development from Ohio University.
From the mid 1990s watching people deal with the ravages of Aids across Africa to the streets of Ottawa, Kingston, Cornwall and Dartmouth where people struggle for basic human needs, I have witnessed first hand, societies diverse mental health challenges and how stretched our mental health systems are.
From an early age I sold the most chocolate bars and ran the most laps, as I have always been about the cause. At Spectrum I get to work with front line workers making a difference; helping people just like all those I have learned from in the past.
My personal life and work has taken me around the world allowing me to listen and learn. As a father of two I know how important it is to listen and be listened to. When I'm not supporting the clinic you will likely find me in my studio.
Inclusivity
We are committed to the promotion of diversity and place a high value on the dignity and worth of all individuals regardless of their gender, ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, physical and mental abilities and socioeconomic status. Counselling, counselling therapy should help all with mental health challenges.
Why Spectrum?
We use a number of treatment approaches preferring mindfulness based stress reduction and cognitive-behavioural therapy. Each person's situation is unique so our counselling therapy focus is provide a safe, caring and supportive environment so you feel heard and understood. Whether in our Dartmouth office or virtually the counselling process can assist you to gain insight and learn the tools to help you to move forward in a way that is helpful to you. Mental health counselors are ready to assist. Don't wait. Call today.