Please be advised that effective October 1, 2024 the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) has set the recommended fee for psychological services provided by Psychologists registered with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology at $225 per hour.
The official letter from the APNS President in regard to this increase is available here.
This fee increase is based on a review of other psychology association rates across Canada, and those currently being charged by psychologists across the province. APNS also reviewed and compared Psychologists rates to rates of other mental health professionals in Nova Scotia. The rate is reviewed annually and was last revised in 2021.
Publications
The Nova Scotia Psychologist: Annual Report Issue – May 2024
Statement of Accountability and Responsibility to Indigenous Peoples
The Council of Professional Associations of Psychologists (CPAP), of which APNS is a member, has made a Statement of Accountability and Responsibility to Indigenous Peoples. APNS has supported this statement that acknowledges that psychologists must be accountable for the profession’s marginalization of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
To promote this accountability, CPAP’s Board of Directors moved to formally endorse the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) Statement of Accountability in the CPA Task Force’s report entitled, “Psychology’s Response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Report.”
To read more, please see Psychology’s Response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Report by clicking on the link below.
https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Task_Forces/TRC%20Task%20Force%20Report_FINAL.pdf
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Report and other related reports may be downloaded here:
Office Space Available: Part Time or Full Time in Halifax
Office space is available in our lovely Hydrostone-area building, in Halifax’s vibrant north end.
- Professional, modern, attractively furnished offices
- Building includes 4 offices, reception area, full kitchen, and boardroom that would suit groups
- Air conditioned
- Security system
- Parking available
- Includes heat, hot water, electricity
- 30 second walk to Starbucks, restaurants, shops, public transit
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Andrea at rbac@bellaliant.com or call/text 902 478-8172.
True North Psychological Services
True North Psychological Services is a team of mental health professionals including Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and Clinical Social Workers.
Coastal Psychology Inc.
POSITION: Full-time or Part-time Psychologist
ORGANIZATION: Coastal Psychology Inc.
LOCATION: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Coastal Psychology, a leading private practice in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to join our dynamic team on a full- or part-time basis. As a well-established high-demand mental health provider, Coastal Psychology is committed to delivering the highest-quality psychological services to our diverse clientele.
The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited program
- Registered, Candidate Registered, or eligible for registration, with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology
- Proficiency in evidence-based assessment and treatment
Fenwick Psychology & Wellness Associates Inc.
Fenwick Psychology and Wellness Associates is growing and we are hoping to welcome a psychologist with an interest in working with adults to our practice. Our clinic has been offering services in the Halifax Region for over 20 years, and we have a wide variety of well-established referral sources. At Fenwick, we endeavour to make our clients and staff feel welcome and comfortable so that we can provide the excellent service that our clients deserve.
Dartmouth Psychological Services
POSITION: Registered Psychologist or Registered Social Worker – Clinical Specialist
ORGANIZATION: Dartmouth Psychological Services
LOCATION: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Dartmouth Psychological Services is seeking Registered (or Candidate Register) Psychologists or Registered Social Worker – Clinical Specialists to join our team on a part-time basis with the potential to grow to full-time. Hours are flexible – daytime, evening, and weekend hours are available, as is the option to provide services in-person and virtually (through the Jane platform). We offer associates an opportunity to grow their practice by providing new referrals, ongoing promotion/advertising, comprehensive administrative and team support, as well as opportunities to grow professionally. Compensation is fair and competitive.
The chosen applicant will be a Registered Psychologist (or Candidate Register) at the Master’s or Doctoral level, or a Registered Social Worker – Clinical Specialist. They will be ethically minded, client focused and experienced in providing evidence-based counselling to children and adolescents, and/or adults (can include couples and families) struggling with a range of issues.
DPS is a team of collaborative and caring practitioners who have been providing evidence-based mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in the HRM for over 20 years (previously Jacqueline Milner-Clerk & Associates). We also host the Breathe Mindfulness Centre within our clinic, which specializes in offering mindfulness and compassion-based classes, workshops, and programs. We are conveniently located in Queen Square downtown Dartmouth with beautiful harbour views, close to the Alderney ferry terminal and directly on a Halifax Transit route. We are a very busy and established practice offering a rewarding experience for the right psychologist or clinical specialist.
For more information about our practice, visit dartmouthpsychological.ca. Please fax, mail, or email resume to: Dartmouth Psychological Services, 45 Alderney Drive, Suite 1050, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2Y 2N6. Fax: 902-461-0517. Email: admin@dartmouthpsychological.ca
Associate Psychologist with Dr Hubley Carruthers & Associates
POSITION: Associate Psychologist – Part or Full time Permanent
ORGANIZATION: Dr Hubley Carruthers and Associates
LOCATION: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Part-Time or Full-Time Permanent Status starting September 2025
Dr. Hubley Carruthers & Associates Counselling & Psychological Services is seeking an energetic team player for the position of Associate Psychologist. This position will begin in September 2025, on a part-time or full-time basis.
We are seeking an experienced Associate Psychologist trained to work with couples and families. The ideal candidate will have advanced training in emotion-focused couples therapy, and/or CBT couples therapy (i.e., Gottman model), among other therapy training (i.e., ACT, DBT). Dr. Hubley Carruthers is looking for the right fit to take over her wait-listed couples and family therapy clients, as well as to work with individual clients of the Practice.
Read more “Associate Psychologist with Dr Hubley Carruthers & Associates”
Introduction to DBT Prolonged Exposure Protocol (DBT PE) for PTSD.
Introduction to DBT Prolonged Exposure Protocol for PTSD
Join Bespoke Mental Health Canada for a workshop delivered by Dr. Melanie Harned
Friday June 13, 2025 12:00pm-7:30pm(ET)
To register for this event, click here
Can’t attend on that date? Just watch it ‘on-demand’ anytime!
This workshop introduces the DBT ProlongedExposureProtocol (DBT PE) for PTSD. From its inception, DBThas highlighted the role of trauma as a commonetiological factor and PTSD as an important treatmenttarget. In this workshop, the rationale for DBT PE intoDBT will be described. Key tasks of the initial sessionsof DBT PE will be explained, including orienting to thetreatment rationale, selecting target traumas, andproviding psychoeducation. Finally, the core proceduresof DBT PE will be described, including how in vivoexposure, imaginal exposure, and processing are used to treat PTSD.
Bespoke Mental Health Canada is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Bespoke Mental Health Canada maintains responsibility for the program.
Participants who complete this workshop (either live or on-demand) are eligible to receive 6 CE credits.
Price:
Professionals: $175.00 CAD + tax
Students: $140.00 CAD + tax
The Nova Scotia Psychologist – 2025 AGM Edition
|
||||||
|
Annapolis Valley Psychological Services, Inc.
In the past several years, it has become abundantly clear that there is a significant mental health crisis in Canada. Our community members need assistance and support in addressing the many facets of their lives that are competing against their mental well-being. At Annapolis Valley Psychological Services Inc. (AVPS Inc.), we strive each day to provide a positive, caring and supportive therapeutic experience for our clients.
APNS Statement: Doctor of Psychology Program in School and Child Clinical Psychology at MSVU
The Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia applauds the provincial government’s investment in the new doctoral psychology program and training clinic at Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU). This initiative marks a significant step forward in expanding access to high-quality psychological care, specifically for children and youth, while investing in training within our province. Specialized advanced training in child and youth mental health will help ensure that future psychologists are well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of the Nova Scotian population.
APNS firmly believes that Nova Scotians across the lifespan and in all geographical areas deserve access to psychologists with advanced training and competencies to meet their complex mental health needs. Doctoral training programs like this one at MSVU play a vital role in strengthening the province’s mental health system by better serving the needs of children and youth. While this is a step in the right direction, additional doctoral level psychology training programs across the province are still needed. This will increase psychologists’ representation outside of HRM, improve local access to services for the public, and better meet the province’s growing demand for psychologists to support universal mental health care and addictions initiatives. We will continue to strongly advocate for ongoing investment in psychology education and training through additional program development to serve more populations and the complex needs of the public.
Additional Information:
https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/04/02/province-funds-groundbreaking-psychology-training-program
APNS Workshop Proposal
The Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) welcomes proposals for workshops that contribute to the professional development of psychologists and mental health professionals. If you have expertise in a relevant area and would like to share your knowledge, we encourage you to submit a workshop proposal. APNS offers opportunities for presenters to engage with a diverse audience, enhance professional skills, and support ongoing education in the field of psychology. Whether your topic focuses on clinical practice, emerging research, or specialized techniques, we’d love to hear from you!
To submit a proposal or idea please complete one of the following forms:
Workshop Proposal – Presenter
For individuals who would like to present a workshop.
Workshop Proposal – Topic
For APNS members who would like to suggest a topic for a future workshop.
Affinity Specialized Developmental Group Inc.
Seeking collaborative, developmentally-focused, enthusiastic psychologists for our growing multidisciplinary private practice.
The Affinity Specialized Developmental Group Inc. (aka Affinity Group or ASD Group) is a newly created multidisciplinary private practice in Halifax where families can access a range of assessment and intervention services in the context of a single office. Current ASD Group team members include highly skilled and passionate professionals – including psychology, behaviour therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and learning coaching.
Our goal is to provide an evidence-based, continuum of care to our clients – supporting the development of the cognitive, behavioural, physical, emotional, and social selves.