THERAPY SERVICES
Shannon Hardy, MSW, RSW
Shannon (they/them) is a queer, neurodivergent, non-binary therapist and private consultant in trauma-informed practices and approaches based in Halifax, NS. They are registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers #7403.
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Shannon’s approach is strengths-based and forward facing, with a focus on learning to soothe and comfort yourself, developing a sense of internal safety and self-efficacy. The therapeutic focus will always be to help you build capacity to hold all of your emotions, not simply tolerate them.
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Shannon describes themselves as an integrative therapist, drawing from multiple modalities such as narrative, psychodynamic, geek therapy, and expressive arts. As a Certified Geek Therapist, Shannon is trained to use your geekery, fandoms and passions within therapy sessions to dive deeper into your therapeutic needs and goals, creating a therapeutic environment that is meaningful to you.
Shannon's practice knowledge includes gender, sexuality, transitioning, polyamory, non-monogamy, kink & 2SLGBTQ issues. They also have experience with pregnancy and post-partum, and sexual health and wellness.
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Shannon is a content expert in trauma-informed approaches and practices, and offers one-on-one consulting services, group trainings and assistance in creating bespoke workshops. She has worked with many organizations across Canada including law firms, universities and not- for-profits.
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Shannon can direct bill to Blue Cross (Medavie Blue Cross, Veterans Affairs, Canadian Armed Forces), Green Shield, & Canada Life, and can accept credit card or etransfers.
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A Note From Shannon
"I believe the purpose of therapy is not simply to help you manage your symptoms but to help you heal the deep wounds your symptoms are trying to soothe. This is why I do not use one
therapeutic approach but work with you to adapt our approach to your needs.
After all, I may be an expert in Trauma-Informed Approaches and Practices, but I am not an expert in you, and that means we will work together to create new skills, new ways of relating and therapeutic goals that work for you."