Trauma Therapy
Certified EMDR and trauma-informed care to gently process painful experiences and reduce their hold on daily life.
Guysborough, Nova Scotia
Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for meaningful change
Nova Star Therapy provides thoughtful, evidence-based counselling in a calm and confidential space. Specialized support for individuals, couples, youth, and families navigating life's challenges.
About
Natasha Pittman, RCT, RSW, RCC
Meaningful change begins in a space that feels safe, unhurried, and genuinely supportive. My practice is built on that foundation, pairing steady presence with evidence-based approaches thoughtfully tailored to your needs and goals.
Whether life feels overwhelming or you are seeking clarity and growth, I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental approach that meets you where you are and supports real, enduring progress.
- Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT)
- Registered Social Worker (RSW)
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
- Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)
- EMDR Certified Therapist
Services
Support tailored to your journey
Every path is different. Sessions are shaped around your needs, goals, and pace.
Psychological Disorders
Support for anxiety, depression, mood, and other mental health concerns using proven, evidence-based approaches.
Couples Therapy
Rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate conflict and change together as partners.
Individual Counselling
One-on-one support to work through personal challenges, build insight, and strengthen resilience.
Family Counselling
A safe space for families and youth to feel heard, strengthen relationships, and move forward together.
Addiction Therapy
Compassionate, non-judgmental support for substance use and behavioural addictions on the path to recovery.
Types of therapy offered
Approaches are drawn from a range of evidence-based modalities and tailored to what works best for you.
- EMDR Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Rogerian (Person-Centred) Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Gestalt Therapy
- Schema Therapy
- Prolonged Exposure (PE)
- Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
- Feminist Therapy
- Focusing Therapy
- Sandplay Therapy
- Sex Therapy
The Approach
A thoughtful process, centered around you
Therapy is a collaborative journey. From your first message to ongoing sessions, every step is paced with care and shaped by your goals.
01
Connect
Schedule your first session. This is a relaxed, confidential space to share what brings you in and ask any questions.
02
Create your plan
Together we define clear goals and shape a personalized path forward, drawing on evidence-based methods.
03
Move forward
Regular sessions turn insight into durable change, with progress reviewed and adjusted to keep therapy aligned with your needs.
“Throughout the process of therapy, the relationship is our main instrument of cure.”Jeffrey A. Kottler
Client Stories
Our happy clients
Names have been changed to protect client privacy.
Natasha created a space where I finally felt safe enough to be honest. The EMDR work helped me move past things I carried for years.
We came in unsure our relationship could be repaired. The tools and guidance we received changed how we talk to each other every day.
Warm, patient, and genuinely understanding. I never felt judged, only supported. I recommend Nova Star to anyone who is hesitant to start.
Coverage
Insurance plans accepted
Therapy should be accessible. Direct billing and coverage are available through several programs. Reach out if you are unsure about your options.
EAP
Employee Assistance Programs through most major providers.
ICBC
Coverage for clients recovering from motor vehicle incidents.
FNHA
First Nations Health Authority mental health benefits.
CVAP
Crime Victim Assistance Program funded counselling.
NIHB
Non-Insured Health Benefits for First Nations and Inuit clients.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Insights
From the blog
Reflections and practical guidance to support your wellbeing between sessions.
AnxietyRecent
Small ways to ease everyday anxiety
Practical, grounding techniques you can return to when worry starts to build — no special tools required.
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GriefRecent
Moving through grief at your own pace
Grief has no timeline. A gentle look at giving yourself permission to feel and heal on your own terms.
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CouplesRecent
Reconnecting as a couple
How intentional communication and small daily rituals can rebuild closeness and trust over time.
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Contact
Take the first gentle step
Reaching out can feel like a lot. When you're ready, I'm here to help you find steadier ground.
- Office
- 150 Main Street, Guysborough, NS B0H 1N0
- Phone
- 604-313-7950
- Hours
- Open seven days a week, by appointment