Brightside Integrated Health

08/04/2025

Did you catch Brian on CBC Radio's Maritime Connection yesterday? The topic was the impact social media has on our mental health (spoiler alert: it's generally not great!).
Here's the link:
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-99-maritime-connection/clip/16161629-we-flood-information-social-media-affecting-mental-health

08/02/2025

Hobbes wants to wish everyone a happy natal day weekend and to let you know that the clinic is closed on Monday. 🌞 🐕
Phone messages and emails will be responded to promptly!
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07/28/2025

Brightside is pleased to introduce the newest member of our Team, Constanze Vieler!🎉

Constanze is a licensed therapist and clinical social worker who is registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers and the Social Worker Registration Board New Zealand. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Dalhousie University, as well as a Bachelor’s degree from Dortmund University of Applied Sciences. She has experience supporting individuals, youth, and families through a wide range of life challenges, including depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and major life changes.

Constanze's approach to counselling is strengths-based, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to her clients. She works alongside each person to set clear goals and build on their existing strengths. She adapts her approach to fit each person’s unique situation, making sure the support she offers feels relevant, comfortable, and meaningful to them.

Want to work with Constanze? Book today!
https://brightsidehealth.ca/constanze-vieler/

07/26/2025

You look like you could use a massage!🤔
Sydney Coughlin, RMT, has a few openings this coming week:
Monday, July 28th at 5:00pm, 6:15pm & 7:30pm
Friday, August 1st at 5:00pm, 6:15pm & 7:30pm
Why not snag one for yourself today?💆🏼

Easy booking options:
📞902-444-1015
📧info@brightsidehealth.ca
🌐https://brightsidehealth.ca/massage-therapy/
🚶250 Baker Drive, Suite 222 (entrance C, closest to the Kent store)

07/24/2025

Sport is protective when it comes to the mental and physical health of young people, with the benefits lasting well into adulthood.

Brightside has long supported Storm Soccer Club, which is volunteer-run and provides accessible, affordable, and high-quality soccer to kids of all ages and backgrounds. We will be gathering up our bottles and cans and are looking forward to some coffee on Saturday!

🚨 Fundraising Alert! 🚨

Come join us this Saturday morning at the NXT Gen Festival games for a coffee & bottle drive fundraiser in support of our U12 & U13 teams and their upcoming tournament! ⚽☕🧡

📍 Maybank Sports Field
🕖 7AM – 12PM (Coffee available 7–10AM)

Can’t make it Saturday?
You can still support! Drop off your bottles and cans anytime at:

🔹 Bluenose Bottle Exchange – Woodlawn Rd
🔹 Canadian Recycling – Portland St

Just let them know you're donating to Storm Soccer Club account!

07/22/2025

How's your mental health?🔥
If the answer is "it could be better" and you could use some support, summer is the perfect time to connect with a therapist that is right for you and your unique situation. Did you know that our therapists offer free 15-minute consultations, so you can interview them before committing to a full appointment?
Brightside's therapists and complimentary health practitioners are here to help guide you on the path to healing and wellness!
https://brightsidehealth.ca/

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07/19/2025

Are you a practitioner looking for professional office space in Dartmouth for evenings and weekends?
We have the perfect spot for you! Brightside is the nicest wellness clinic in Dartmouth (if we do say so ourselves), centrally located with plenty of free parking and a welcoming, clean and comfortable vibe.
If you are interested, or would like to schedule a tour of our space, please email our clinic manager at laurenb@brightsidehealth.ca.
We look forward to meeting you!
https://brightsidehealth.ca/

07/16/2025

A great Nova Scotia summer bucket list from our friend Adam at Acorn Art & Photography!

07/15/2025

Fireside Counselling is a non-profit organization within the Brightside Integrated Health clinic. It is an affordable option for clients who do not have insurance, and for whom the cost of private therapy is a barrier. Counselling is provided by select Masters of Social Work and Masters of Counselling Psychology practicum students, under the supervision of licensed Brightside therapists.

Meet one of Fireside's counselling interns - Heather Shreve!
Heather is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition (Dietetics) from Mount Saint Vincent University and brings over 20 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian. With a strong interest in the connection between mental health and nutrition, Heather integrates her diverse expertise to support clients in a holistic way.
Her therapeutic style is integrative and client-centered, drawing from polyvagal theory, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and somatic approaches to meet each client where they are. Heather is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space that fosters healing, growth, and resilience.
Outside of her counselling work, Heather enjoys movement practices like dance, yoga, and weight training, and finds renewal in nature, especially during the warmer months.
Heather is currently welcoming individual clients (ages 10 and up), as well as couples and families.

Want to work with Heather?🔥
Call 902-444-1015 or email info@brightsidehealth.ca
https://brightsidehealth.ca/fireside/

07/14/2025

Fireside Counselling is a non-profit organization within the Brightside Integrated Health clinic. It is an affordable option for clients who do not have insurance, and for whom the cost of private therapy is a barrier. Counselling is provided by select Masters of Social Work and Masters of Counselling Psychology practicum students, under the supervision of licensed Brightside therapists.

Meet one of Fireside's counselling interns - Tracy Hey!
Tracy is a counselling student in the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology program at Yorkville University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Mount Saint Vincent University. Tracy has over twenty years of experience working in the first responder environment as a call taker and dispatcher.

Tracy has an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). With a strengths-based approach that is client-centred, Tracy focuses on establishing trust and safety while helping clients authentically navigate challenges and build resilience. In her spare time, Tracy enjoys mountain biking, motorbiking, camping, reading and rug hooking; and she is also fond of her car - a Subaru Impreza WRX STI!
Tracy is currently accepting individual clients (age 10 and up) as well as couples and families.

Want to work with Tracy?🔥
Call 902-444-1015 or email info@brightsidehealth.ca
https://brightsidehealth.ca/fireside/