First Response Therapy
Wellness clinic located in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Specializing in trauma treatment. As a clinic, we work from a person centred, trauma informed lens.
First Response Therapy is a mental health clinic, specializing in trauma symptoms and modalities. Trauma symptoms present themselves in different forms, and we aim to work with you to understand your trauma, how it manifests and guide your healing journey. First Response Therapy also works with neurodivergence such as ADHD or AuDHD, depression, anxiety and grief work. In person sessions offered in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Virtual sessions offered across Nova Scotia.
09/15/2026
Hey, Next time your stopping by why not get yourself a chance to win 12 free 60 minute massages with Amanda Blackwood RMT. Not only will your body thank you, But a family in our community will also be thankful for your help this Christmas.
08/31/2026
Check out Amanda's promo for teachers in September!
🍎 SEPTEMBER TEACHER SPECIAL 🍎
Teachers, this one’s for you! ✏️📚
Back-to-school season means busy days, long hours, new routines and plenty of stress. While you’re taking care of your students, don’t forget to take care of you, too. 💆‍♀️
Throughout September, teachers can enjoy:
✨ 60-Minute Massage for the Price of 45 Minutes! ✨
A little extra time on the table to relax, reset and start the school year feeling your best. 🍂
đź“… Available throughout September
🍎 Must be a teacher/educator to qualify
💆‍♀️ By appointment only
You take care of the classroom. Let me take care of you. ❤️
08/31/2026
We are incredibly excited to add massage therapy and welcome Amanda to the team!
Watch our page for Amanda's availability, and September promos (we're looking at you teachers!)
Amanda Blackwood is a Registered Massage Therapist dedicated to providing personalized, therapeutic care in a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment.
Amanda believes massage therapy should be tailored to each individual—whether they are seeking relief from pain and tension, support through different stages of life, or simply an opportunity to slow down, relax, and recharge.
Amanda is trained in a variety of approaches, including therapeutic and relaxation massage, deep tissue techniques, cupping therapy, TMJ-focused treatment, prenatal massage, and oncology massage. Amanda has completed specialized training in oncology massage, allowing her to safely adapt treatments for individuals who are currently undergoing cancer treatment, have completed treatment, or are living with cancer.
With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Amanda strives to create a space where every client feels comfortable, heard, respected, and cared for. Each treatment is thoughtfully tailored to the individual, their needs, and their goals.
08/01/2026
Exciting things are happening. Annnnd some misfortunes when Paige doesn’t pay attention to what she’s doing. (If you know Paige - this is nothing unusual!)
04/18/2026
This weekend, April 18th and 19th, we remember the biggest tragedy in not only Nova Scotian, but Canadian history.
As we reflect on this tragedy, remember our loved ones, and those affected both mentally and physically; we’re reminded how heavy these days were.
We remind you how triggering this anniversary can be. And we remind you to take care of yourself.
Today we remember the 22 lost souls (and unborn child) who lost their lives.
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Address
93 Johnston Street
Sydney, NS
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4pm |
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