Hi! My name is Cynthia Manley. I am a Certified Play Therapist with the Canadian Association for Play Therapy and a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist. I am a Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychological Association and a Registered Counselling Therapist with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists. Before I became a therapist, I was a Special Education teacher for 20 years.
My work is regulated by the Canadian Counselling and Psychological Association's Code of Ethics. Click here to learn more: https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/2020-code-of-ethics/ I love working with children and their caregivers, and I believe strongly that each child has their own unique story. Children are brilliant at finding their own path to healing when they have an environment that includes warmth, acceptance, and safety. To meet the individual needs of each child, I integrate different approaches to counselling into the playroom. I have foundational training in Theraplay and EMDR. I completed the EMDR Child Specialist Training through the Agate Institute. I am certified to offer Safe and Sound Protocol. I am certified in Autplay. I worked as a Special Education teacher for 20 years in the US states of California and Oregon and in British Columbia. I have a Special Education Specialist Credential and a Crosscultural Language and Academic Development Certificate from the state of California. I also hold a teaching license in Nova Scotia. I believe that caregivers are crucial in helping me create the right conditions for children's healing. Caregivers are full of wisdom and expertise when it comes to their children, and I work with them to create a treatment plan that meets the needs of everyone in the life of a child. I am a parent of a son who is 23 years old and two step children who are 19 and 22 years old. I love to travel and I love to explore places here in the HRM. I enjoy travel, cooking and yoga. I acknowledge that my office is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. This territory is covered by the "Treaties of Peace and Friendship" which Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people first signed with the British Crown in 1725. “We are like islands in the sea; separate on the surface but connected on the deep.” -William James |
With over 20 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting children and adolescents as they navigate life's challenges. My background spans various roles in education, including as a school teacher, EAL teacher, Resource teacher, and Learning Centre teacher across Ontario, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia. I am currently training in Play Therapy through the Maritime Play Therapy Centre. This program is approved by the Canadian Association for Play Therapy. Through these diverse experiences, I have come to understand the vital role mental health plays in the development and well-being of young individuals.
Specializing in counselling therapy, I hold an MEd in Supporting Learners with Diverse Needs and Exceptionalities, as well as an MEd in Counselling from Acadia University and currently serve as a School Counselor. Central to my therapeutic approach is the recognition of parents and guardians as integral partners in a child's healing journey. Collaborating closely with families, I strive to support children in reaching their treatment goals and fostering positive outcomes. My methodology emphasizes play-based strategies, recognizing play as the natural language of children. By engaging in play, I create a safe and supportive environment where children can express their thoughts and feelings freely. Additionally, I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the unique needs and personalities of each individual client, ensuring a personalized and effective approach to counselling. |
IntakeAges 3-99
90 Minutes $225 (Plus HST) Fees are on a sliding scale. |
Caregiver Consultation50 Minutes $155 (Plus HST) Fees are on a sliding scale. |
Counselling TherapyAges 3-99
50 minutes $155 (Plus HST) Fees are on a sliding scale. |
Contact MeI look forward to hearing from you.
My office is located at 1600 Bedford Highway Suite 416 Bedford, Nova Scotia Cynthia Manley, MA, RCT, CCC,CPT (902) 759-5761 cmanley@shiftingtidesplaytherapy.com NIHB Provider # MH0314583 |
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