Business Details
Your Trusted Psychologist in Halifax, NS
Cornerstone Psychological Services has been dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological care since our founding. Our practice is built on a foundation of scientific rigor and philosophical depth, offering tailored therapy for children (12+), teens, adults, couples, and families. With over 15 years of clinical experience, we specialize in addressing depression, relationship issues, behavioral difficulties, and family concerns through evidence-based approaches. Our services include both in-person sessions at our Tantallon office and secure online therapy, ensuring accessibility for clients across Halifax, Timberlea, and surrounding areas.We prioritize meaningful, lasting change by focusing on root causes rather than temporary solutions, utilizing a blend of psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and humanistic-existential frameworks. Our commitment to transparency extends to flexible payment options and clear communication through email as our primary contact method.
Services
Depression
Couples Counseling
Teen Therapy
Family Issues
Parenting Concerns
Behavior Difficulties
Attachment Concerns
Relationship Issues
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical psychology experience with science-based treatment
- Our therapy addresses root causes rather than temporary symptom management
- Secure online therapy available alongside in-person sessions
- Transparent billing with flexible payment options
- Specialized expertise in adolescent behavioral issues and family dynamics
Services
Psychodynamic Therapy
Our psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious patterns and past experiences influencing current behavior. This approach helps clients understand deep-seated emotional conflicts and develop healthier coping mechanisms through self-reflection and therapist insight. Ideal for addressing chronic mental health concerns and complex interpersonal issues.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors. Our structured approach teaches practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. Sessions emphasize goal-setting and homework to reinforce progress between appointments.
Online Therapy
Secure video therapy sessions conducted through encrypted 256-bit AES technology. This convenient option maintains clinical effectiveness while eliminating travel requirements. Compatible with computers, smartphones, and tablets using SecureVideo.com platform.
Family Counseling
Specialized interventions address family communication breakdowns and relationship conflicts. We help members understand interactional patterns and develop collaborative problem-solving strategies. Particularly effective for addressing adolescent behavioral issues and parental separation adjustments.
Adolescent Therapy
Tailored treatment for teens aged 12+ addressing anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges. Our approach balances developmental needs with evidence-based techniques, involving parents when appropriate to support treatment goals and home environment improvements.
People
Brad Peters
Practice Owner
Licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years experience. Specializes in psychodynamic therapy and philosophical psychology. Former university professor with research background in child development and family dynamics. Integrates humanistic-existential and neuroscientific approaches in practice.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We combine psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and humanistic-existential approaches tailored to each client's needs.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure video therapy through encrypted 256-bit AES technology using the SecureVideo.com platform.
What are your payment options?
We accept e-transfer and PayPal payments for therapy sessions.
Are services covered by insurance?
While MSI doesn't cover psychologists in Nova Scotia, many extended health plans provide partial or full reimbursement for our services.
Reviews (2)
Jacob Baur
Oct 28, 2018
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This place is a godsend to individuals struggling with mental health. Specifically, Suzanne Farmer has helped me beyond what I can describe in words. Thank you for the past and continued help.
Jamie Walker
Jun 13, 2018
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I cannot attest to their services, I have heard good things.
However, the website and yelp both state they provide services for ages 8+, and when I called for my son they informed me they actually do not take kids that young. So, if you are looking for services for children of that lower age range, you may want to consider another spot.
However, the website and yelp both state they provide services for ages 8+, and when I called for my son they informed me they actually do not take kids that young. So, if you are looking for services for children of that lower age range, you may want to consider another spot.
