Jacqueline is the founder and director of Breathe Mindfulness Centre. A Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience, she has provided assessment, counselling, and psychological services to individuals and communities across the Halifax Regional Municipality and throughout Nova Scotia. She is a Past-President of the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) and has contributed to the broader conversation on mental health through teaching university psychology courses and offering interviews and articles for local and national media, including CTV and ATV News, Chatelaine, Today’s Parent, and the Parent-Child Guide.
Grounded in evidence-based psychological approaches, Jacqueline integrates therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with advanced training in mindfulness and self-compassion. She holds certifications in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) and is a trauma-informed yoga teacher. Her work reflects a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of mind and body, with a focus on nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and sustainable well-being.
Since founding Breathe Mindfulness Centre in 2015, Jacqueline has expanded her work to include therapeutic groups, workshops, and retreats that integrate psychological science with contemplative and body-based practices. Jacqueline has facilitated wellness programs, workshops, and retreats for a wide range of organizations, including: Government of Nova Scotia • Veterans Affairs Canada • RCMP • CNIB • Nova Scotia Health Authority • Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre • West Hants Regional Municipality • Quarterdeck Resort • The Keltic Lodge • Digby Pines Golf Resort.
While Jacqueline has trained with leading figures in mindfulness and self-compassion, including Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, Dr. Zindel Segal, and Dr. Christopher Germer, her work is most deeply informed by her ongoing personal practice. This lived integration shapes her approach—creating spaces that are thoughtful, accessible, and grounded in compassion, where individuals can reconnect with themselves and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Abuse
Anger Management
Anxiety/Panic
Assertiveness / Social Skills
Attachment Issues
Burnout
Caregiver Stress
Conflict Resolution
Depression/Low Mood
Emotional Dysregulation
Grief / Loss / Bereavement
Interpersonal Communication Struggles
Personal Growth / Wellness
Phobias
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Separation / Divorce
Sleep Disruptions / Insomnia
Stress Management
Trauma/PTSD
Workplace Issues
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Humanistic / Person-Centered
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based Therapies (MSC, MBCT, MBSR, ME)
Trauma-Informed Yoga
Adults 19+
Couples
Groups
Organizations
LGBTQ+ community
Indigenous community
Veterans
RCMP
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion-Based Therapeutic Groups
Wellness Workshops for the Public and Organizations
Mindful Yoga (RYT200)
Registered Clinical Psychologist, Certified MBCT and MSC Teacher, Qualified MBSR and ME Teacher, RYT200 Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher, Holistic Wellness Expert
Existing clients can book an appointment for therapy with Jacqueline HERE.
New clients can book by contacting us HERE, calling 902-499-0089 or emailing admin@breathemindfulness.com.