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Diverse Roots Therapy Therapy team in Punamu'kwati'jk, Mi'kma'ki (Dartmouth, NS) serving the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Meet one of DRT’s student interns, Emily (she/her)!Emily takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from a variet...
10/14/2026

Meet one of DRT’s student interns, Emily (she/her)!

Emily takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of counselling modalities. She believes in meeting each client where they are to support their unique needs and goals. Outside of the office, Emily loves being in nature, spending time with her pets, and engaging with her local community.

Think Emily might be a good fit for you? Check out our website to learn more and get started with Emily!

[Image Description One: A graphic with a yellow background. Images of a yellow Scrabble tile and a pair of scissors are in the top left corner and images of yellow trees are in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Emily is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Emily, She/Her, Student Intern. Emily brings compassion and collaboration to create a warm, welcoming space where a person can feel comfortable showing up just as they are. She uses an integrated approach that includes EFT, parts work, and somatic work, taking into account what works best for each unique person.]
[Image Description Two: A graphic with a yellow background. Images of a yellow Scrabble tile and a pair of scissors are in the top left corner and images of yellow trees are in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Emily sitting with an orange cat is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Emily, behind the scenes. Emily likes playing outside, reading sci-fi/fantasy, taking 1000 pictures of her pets, playing word games, and getting crafty. She will always stop to pet a cat on the street!” There is text at the bottom right of the graphic which reads “Interested? Book with Emily!” with the website “www.diverserootstherapy.com” written below it.]

Meet one of DRT’s student interns, Tristan (he/him)!Tristan brings a background in shelter-based case management, where ...
10/06/2026

Meet one of DRT’s student interns, Tristan (he/him)!

Tristan brings a background in shelter-based case management, where he supported people with a wide range of experiences and goals. He is committed to compassionate, person-centered care that recognizes the impact of intersecting identities and emphasizes trauma-informed care. In his free time Tristan can be found making art and screen prints, playing music with friends, and enjoying some iced coffee.

Think Tristan might be a good fit for you? Check out our website to learn more and get started with Tristan!

[Image Description One: A graphic with a blue background. An image of a blue frog is in the top left corner and an image of a blue banjo is in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Tristan is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Tristan, He/Him, Student Intern. Tristan has a deep passion for intersectional, person-centered, housing-first, and harm-reduction approaches to mental health practice. He offers a safe, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental space grounded in genuine curiosity and compassion for his clients, and aims to foster emotional self-reflection in his practice.]
[Image Description Two: A graphic with a blue background. An image of a blue frog is in the top left corner and an image of blue banjo is in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Tristan is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Tristan, behind the scenes. When he isn’t working, you can find Tristan playing bluegrass music on his front porch with his friends, screen printing and making art, or lying in the park drinking his iced coffee.” There is text at the bottom right of the graphic which reads “Interested? Book with Tristan!” with the website “www.diverserootstherapy.com” written below it.]

🌈✨Surprise! Diverse Roots Therapy has a new location alongside our Dartmouth office! ✨🌈We are so excited to be able to p...
09/10/2026

🌈✨Surprise! Diverse Roots Therapy has a new location alongside our Dartmouth office! ✨🌈

We are so excited to be able to provide a therapy space for the qu**rs and neurodivergents of the South Shore! Our wonderful RCT-C Celeste (they/them) is currently accepting new clients both in person and virtually. Fill out our contact form on our website to get connected with Celeste and reach out to [email protected] for additional information on our South Shore office.

[Image Description: poster with a rainbow, pastel background. At the center is a large green location icon outlined in magenta. Inside the location icon is the Diverse Roots Therapy logo. Curved across the top of the page is the capitalized question, “DID YOU KNOW?”, in shades of purple, orange, and pink. Toward the bottom of the page is text that reads, “DRT HAS A NEW LOCATION ON THE SOUTH SHORE!”, in orange lettering. The poster is framed by green, leafy, branches.]

Meet one of student interns, Kayla (she/they)!Kayla has a very warm and empathetic approach to therapy. They love to lea...
09/08/2026

Meet one of student interns, Kayla (she/they)!

Kayla has a very warm and empathetic approach to therapy. They love to learn about others and incorporate mixed methods into sessions. Outside of the office, Kayla loves to spend time with friends, family, and her pet rabbit, Gus.

Think Kayla might be a good fit for you? Check out our website to learn more and get started with Kayla!

[Image Description One: A graphic with a purple background. An image of a purple rabbit is in the top left corner and an image of a purple spiderweb is in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Kayla is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Kayla, She/They, Student Intern. Kayla draws from humanistic, person-centered, IFS, and narrative therapy to support clients of all backgrounds and identities. With an understanding of what it is like to be on the client slide of therapy, Kayla’s counselling style is grounded in empathy, unconditional positive regard, non-judgement, and the belief that all individuals are both deserving and innately capable of healing.”]
[Image Description Two: A graphic with a purple background. An image of a purple rabbit is in the top left corner and an image of a purple spiderweb is in the top right and bottom left corners. A picture of Kayla’s rabbit, Gus, is on the left side of the graphic, with the Diverse Roots Therapy logo directly above it. There is text on the right side of the photo that reads “Meet Kayla, behind the scenes. In their free time, Kayla enjoys singing, reading, and spending time with her pet rabbit, Gus. She has a soft spot for all things spooky, arts and crafts, and is always on the lookout for new music.” There is text at the bottom right of the graphic which reads “Interested? Book with Kayla!” with the website “www.diverserootstherapy.com” written below it.]

🌈 New date! 🌈Ally (she/her) and Delaine (they/she) invite you to the first session of Caregiving with Pride this July. C...
06/19/2026

🌈 New date! 🌈

Ally (she/her) and Delaine (they/she) invite you to the first session of Caregiving with Pride this July. Caregiving with Pride is a supportive and inclusive group run by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ parents and caregivers. The group will focus on building community, sharing experiences, and having meaningful conversations about raising children.

To join, head to our website or email [email protected]



DATE: July 13th, 11:30am-1:00pm

LOCATION: 103 Ochterloney St

Do you dare join us?!
01/13/2026

Do you dare join us?!

EDIT: We’ve moved to Thursdays!                                       Join us for our brand new “D&D for ND’s” Group, a ...
01/08/2026

EDIT: We’ve moved to Thursdays! Join us for our brand new “D&D for ND’s” Group, a group for neurodivergent D&D players (any experience level is welcome)!

Come play and be creative with neurodivergent gamers, Fia (she/they) and Tyler (he/him)! Join us in a neuro-affirming space where you can be yourself and enjoy an RPG without having to mask.

Reach out to [email protected] to sign up or learn more!

When: biweekly, THURSDAYS from 6-8 (or 9) pm
Where: our office at 103 Ochterloney St in Dartmouth
How much: $20-$30/session
When does it start: January 15th (session zero)
How: email [email protected] or call us at 902-593-0753 for more info or to sign up!

TRANS TEENS GROUP! 🏳️‍⚧️🎉Join us for a trans teens support group every other week! Supporting trans adolescents in build...
11/19/2025

TRANS TEENS GROUP! 🏳️‍⚧️🎉

Join us for a trans teens support group every other week! Supporting trans adolescents in building community, finding joy, and embracing their journeys ❤️

What is it?
A fun, intentional, and affirming environment where trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse teens can come together to share experiences, offer support, and foster connection.

Why Join?
-Connect with like-minded individuals who share your experiences
-Engage in meaningful discussions about identity and community
-Feel supported in a judgement-free and affirming space

Hosted by Margo and Al!
Al (they/them) and Margo (she/they) are compassionate therapists dedicated to creating a safer and supportive environment. With a focus on the unique joys and challenges of being trans in today’s world, they bring their expertise and care to every session.

Details:
When: Biweekly after school
Where: Diverse Roots Therapy
How: email us at [email protected] or call us at 902-593-0753 to sign up!

We had another successful name change clinic this week, in partnership with   and ! Even without outside funding to cove...
11/09/2025

We had another successful name change clinic this week, in partnership with and ! Even without outside funding to cover costs for folks, we're still able to find ways to support our community, together ❤️🏳️‍⚧️

POP-UP NAME CHANGE CLINIC! 🤩Need help completing your name and/or gender marker change? Let us help!📍 103 Ochterloney St...
11/04/2025

POP-UP NAME CHANGE CLINIC! 🤩

Need help completing your name and/or gender marker change? Let us help!

📍 103 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth (Diverse Roots Therapy Office)

📅 November 7

🕒 10AM–5PM

Sign up by scanning the QR code!

Masks are required and will be provided.

Financial assistance is NOT available at this time.

Organized by Rainbow Refugee Association of Nova Scotia, Youth Project, and Diverse Roots Therapy — working together to support trans and gender-diverse folks in navigating name and gender marker changes safely and confidently. 🏳️‍⚧️🌈❤️

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103 Ochterloney Street
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y1C6

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