It’s Time To Start Living Your True Life.
Welcome to a space where you can slow down, exhale, and feel genuinely supported.
I’m Olivia Smith, a registered therapist offering counselling for individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, respected, and met exactly where you are—without needing to have it all figured out.
In my office, there is room for your full experience: the overwhelm, the self-doubt, the patterns that no longer serve you, and the parts of you that are longing for ease and connection. Whether you’re feeling stuck in survival mode after trauma, managing persistent anxiety, struggling with stress, or feeling disconnected in your relationship, you don’t have to carry it alone. I provide personalized therapeutic support tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
My work is grounded in counselling psychology and shaped by both professional training and lived experience. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you—building resilience, strengthening self-trust, and creating space for lasting change.
This is a space where you can arrive as you are and begin moving toward a life—and relationships—that feel more grounded, connected, and sustainable.
Ready for change? Let's start our conversation today!
Here, you will slow down, make sense,
and explore what's next.
My Approach
My approach to therapy is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in evidence based approaches. I offer a space where we can slow things down and gently make sense of your experiences, without pressure to rush or “fix” anything.
Therapy with me is about understanding what’s beneath the surface and supporting change in a way that feels safe, respectful, and sustainable. My goal is to help you reach your goals.
With the right support, therapy can help you feel steadier and more confident as you move through life. Together, we may work toward easing anxiety and stress, strengthening self-trust and self-compassion, developing healthier boundaries, deepening connection in your relationships, and processing past experiences at a pace that feels manageable.
This work is collaborative and paced by you—focused on helping you feel more grounded, connected, and supported in your everyday life.
You may be experiencing:
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Difficulty with anxiety, stress and pressure
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Past trauma or PTSD
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Perfectionism
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Overwhelm
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Complex and difficult relationships
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Lacking self confidence and self compassion
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Uncertainty about the future
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Confusion as to who your are and who you want to become
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Difficulty advocating for yourself and setting boundaries
These are things I can help with! You deserve supportive, holistic mental health care made for you to help you become the best version of yourself.
With the right therapeutic support and techniques, you'll be able to:
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Create a sense of calm, inner peace and self acceptance
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Process and manage trauma
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Develop a selfcare plan and advocate for yourself
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Be kinder to yourself and gain a deeper understanding of your experiences
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Deepen relationships while creating boundaries with others
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Develop confidence in yourself and in navigating challenges
Hi there! I'm Olivia Smith.
Empowering You to Navigate Life's Challenges and Live the Life You Want.
I am a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals and couples who are ready to move beyond constant pressure and feeling overwhelmed. Life can feel heavy, stressful, and demanding, even when you are giving it your all. My focus is to help you cultivate sustainable balance and genuine self-acceptance, establishing a stable mindset that supports your well-being. My approach is holistic and based on genuine connection. I blend my extensive clinical training with real-world knowledge.
My background gives me a unique perspective. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as an outdoor guide, a role that required deep attention to safety, risk management, and reliable support in complex environments. This experience taught me the profound value of slowing down, feeling steady, and providing solid guidance.
Today, I bring that same careful, practical approach into the therapy room, while drawing on my background in Counselling Psychology, Mental Health and Addictions, alongside perspectives from Adventure Therapy and principles learned from studying Indigenous Knowledges, to ensure our work together is safe, relevant, and effective to establish stability in your daily life.
You deserve supportive, holistic care that feels real and is tailored to help you step into a life of confidence and peace while honouring your unique experiences.
Life is simply too short to feel overwhelmed or like a constant effort.
Take the first step today to build the life you truly want and achieve your goals.
Contact me today to schedule your first appointment!
It's time to live life with the confidence and calm you've always needed.
Services I Offer
Individual
Therapy
Dive into a personalized one-on-one session, where you'll be provided a safe and supportive environment to explore your feelings, perspectives, and behaviours.
By using evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), parts work mindfulness, and EMDR, you'll work towards:
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Creating life balance
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Learning about yourself and others
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Mitigating stress and anxiety
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Self compassion and self acceptance
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Healing from past traumas
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Creating Boundaries
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Better communication
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Creating healthy relationship dynamics
Couples
Counselling
Create a deeper connection with your partner in a space that offers a safe supportive environment to be heard and understood.
By using Gottman theory, communication training and emotionally focused informed therapy to work towards
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Having difficult conversations and making decisions
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Rebuilding trust and connection
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Reigniting passion
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Communicating efficiently
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Preparing for major life changes
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Arguing well
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Deepening your connection with each other
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Navigating family dynamics
Educational Workshops/Presentations
Engage in interactive workshops and presentations, designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to navigate life's challenges.
These sessions focus on:
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Stress management
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Self care
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Compassion Fatigue
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Healing from trauma
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Healthy relationships
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Self confidence
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Self Compassion
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Adapting to life transitions
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And so much more!
Getting Started with Therapy
Step 1
Free 15-Minute Consultation
Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation to ask questions, share what you’re looking for, and see if we’re a good fit. Consultations are available virtually or in person.
Step 2
Book Your First Therapy Session
If you decide to move forward, you can schedule your first therapy session at a pace that works for you. Sessions are offered in 50- or 80-minute formats, both in person and online.
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Land Acknowledgement
I would like to acknowledge that I practice and share wellness and therapeutic knowledge on the island of Ktaqmkuk [Uk-dah-hum-gook] (Newfoundland), which I recognize as the traditional, ancestral homelands of the Beothuk [Bee-oth-uk] and the unceded, traditional, and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq [Mee-gum-maq]. As a practicing therapist and a person I acknowledge all First Peoples who came before us, who live with us now, and the seven generations to come while committing myself to working and living in a spirit of truth and reconciliation. As the Indigenous and First Peoples have done from the time of creation, I strive to work and live a responsible steward of the land and respect the cultures, ceremonies and traditions of all who call it home. As a settler of Turtle Island, I invite all Indigenous and First Peoples to expand or correct this acknowledgement as necessary.
Recommended Resources
To help further my clients knowledge about the Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous culture and heritage please see the resources below.