ClearMind Counselling Clinic – Online Mental Health Therapy for Adults in Halifax & Nova Scotia
Just as eucalyptus promotes mental clarity and reduces stress, our vision at ClearMind Counselling is to provide evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive mental health support. We aim to promote mental wellness and instill hope and strength in communities throughout Nova Scotia. Our mission is to eliminate barriers to mental health care, making it more accessible to adults, and inspiring individuals to reach their fullest potential. We value confidentiality, privacy, diversity, inclusiveness and respect.
Zarrin Ghaferi
Founder and Clinical Therapist
Zarrin has experience working in the field of mental health at private practice, community-based organizations, and in both residential and outpatient treatment facilities. She has provided both individual and group counselling services, to adults living with anxiety, depression, stress, interpersonal issues, perfectionism, and trauma.
Zarrin’s personal experience as an immigrant has helped her to support other newcomers and immigrants in Halifax and Nova Scotia, particularly those struggling with identity issues, stress, anxiety, and depression related to migration and settlement.
Zarrin is an advocate for person-centred approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and self-compassion. Her therapeutic techniques include:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Zarrin uses a strength-based approach to empower and support clients in achieving mental clarity and enhancing their well-being.
Qualifications:
- Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
- Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT)
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MA)
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc)