Psychological Assessments & Therapy | Virtual & In-Person Services Across Nova Scotia and Ontario
We provide compassionate care for children, teens, and adults across Ontario and Nova Scotia, helping you understand challenges and create meaningful change together.
A space to feel seen, supported, and understood
Comprehensive care for the mind, body, and self.
We believe care works best when it feels human. Our therapy and assessments are grounded in empathy and shaped around your unique story.
How we can help you
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Therapy & Counselling
Our therapists draw from approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, but the focus is always on what feels useful for you.
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Psychological Assessments
For families and individuals seeking clarity about learning, attention, or emotional well-being. Our reports are written in plain language and end with practical next steps.
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Naturopathic Medicine
Our naturopathic doctor supports mental health through nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle tools that complement therapy.
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Occupational Therapy
For children or adults who need hands-on help with regulation, routines, or sensory challenges. Our OTs focus on small changes that make a big difference in everyday life.
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ADHD Coaching
For people who are tired of hearing “just try harder.” Coaching helps you understand your brain, build systems that work for you, and finally feel like things can flow.
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Custom Assessments
For when one assessment doesn’t tell the whole story. We design tailored combinations of testing to match your goals and give you answers that make sense.
Who we work with
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Children
Play-based, supportive sessions that help kids express feelings, build confidence, and learn tools for coping with big emotions.
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Teens
We help teens navigate identity, school stress, and self-esteem with language that makes sense to them.
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Adults
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, burnout, ADHD, trauma, or just feeling stuck, we’ll work together to help you feel more like yourself again.
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Parents & Families
Practical guidance and emotional support for parents who want to understand their child’s needs and create a calmer, more connected home.
The people behind Thrive Psychology
We’re psychologists, social workers, and therapists who share one belief: that understanding yourself is the first step to feeling better.
When I started Thrive Psychology, I wanted to create the kind of place I didn’t see enough of in our community: a space where people could be met with warmth and understanding, not judgment or jargon.
Over the years, I’ve seen how powerful it is when clients finally feel seen and understood. My team and I are here to help you make sense of what’s been hard and find realistic ways to move forward.
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Christal Castagnozzi, M.Psy., C.Psych.
Psychologist & Clinical Director
How to begin
Book a conversation with us
Tell us what’s been going on
Share what matters most to you right now
From there, we’ll connect you with the right therapist and walk you through what comes next.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”
— Carl Rogers
How to begin
Book a conversation with us
Tell us what’s been going on
Share what matters most to you right now
From there, we’ll connect you with the right team member and walk you through what comes next.
