Birchside Psychological Services is now scheduling initial appointments in early 2022.
To start the process of booking an initial appointment, please complete the self-referral form

Our Team

Ayala Gorodzinsky, PhD
Clinical Psychologist

Born and raised in Ontario, Dr. G. completed her clinical psychology training in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
She moved to HRM in 2013, and has been loving the Nova Scotian lifestyle and community. ​​
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As a clinical psychologist, Dr. G collaborates with individuals and families
to create treatment plans that fit their needs and goals.
​She values being genuine and using humour to help people feel
comfortable and safe in their therapeutic experience.  

Psychology Today profile can be found at: 
​https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/dr-ayala-gorodzinsky-halifax-ns/335973

Jonathan Thompson, M.A.
​Office Intake Coordinator

With years of experience working in mental health services and degrees in both psychology and sociology,
​Jonathan has a deep understanding of how to support individuals and parents
​reaching out for psychological services.  

Established in 2020

After several years of working in downtown Halifax at the IWK Health Centre and a private practice clinic,
​Dr. G decided to open Birchside Psychological Services in Bedford.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. G launched Birchside Psychological Services because
"Hope is being able to see there is light despite all the darkness" -Desmond Tutu

Suite 2015, 1658 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, NS, B4A 2X9
(Bedford Place Mall - the one with the Giant Tiger, next to the Atlantic Superstore)
Office is located on the second floor using the stairs/elevator on the left hand side (when facing Giant Tiger)