Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services

05/09/2025

We were proud to support the Nova Village NS Family Hub Backpack Initiative this year! 🎒✨

Thanks to the leadership of our Associate, Kirsten Spasyouti, Crossroads contributed 5 backpacks toward their goal of helping 100 families start September with school supplies and healthy snacks for their kids.

A small step that makes a big difference for local families. 💙

A blog post highlighting Crossroads Counselling's contribution to the Nova Village NS Family Hub Backpack initiative.

27/08/2025

ICYMI - Some helpful ideas for those in Back to School season.

3 Ways to Help Your Child Thrive in Going Back to School

https://crossroadscpc.ca/2024/08/27/3-ways-to-help-your-child-thrive-in-going-back-to-school/

07/08/2025

Are you a passionate psychologist seeking a professional home where your expertise is valued and supported? Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services is seeking to welcome a skilled Associate Psychologist to our team with a focus on couples counselling.

A job post for the hiring of an associate psychologist with a focus on couples counselling within Halifax, Nova Scotia

23/07/2025

In a world that only shows highlights and sometimes feels like it demands perfection, your worth comes from who you are—not what you do.

You don’t need to earn rest.
You don’t need to prove your value.
You don’t need to be “more” to be worthy of love and care.

You are enough.

Exactly as you are. Today, and every day.
– Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services

19/06/2025

ICYMI: Positive Parenting - How to Connect Through Reading

Parents – Reading is wonderful opportunity to not only teach your child in many different ways, but to also support a positive relationship and have fun!

The next time you are reading together, try the following:

Connect through reading - Reading with your child fosters connection, fun, learning, and engagement through interactive storytelling

12/06/2025

What do you think is the most frequently asked question that we receive? ;)

As a mental health practice, you might think our most frequently asked question would be a deep one. But, in fact, we found people asking if we have washrooms. Yes, we do! Two washrooms, now with signage, one of which is fully accessible. Important for everyone's peace of mind. :)

03/06/2025

Thinking about starting mental health therapy or counselling, but not sure what to expect? You’re not alone. Many people feel nervous before their first session. That’s totally normal. The unknown can feel intimidating—but taking this first step is a big act of self-care.

What Happens in the First Therapy Session? An insight from Julia Slaunwhite, M.A.

A brief overview of what to expect when going for your first therapy session / counselling addressing some common questions and concerns.

26/05/2025

Couples Therapy: How It Works and Why You Need it

Couples therapy isn’t just for crisis—it’s for any couple who wants to improve communication, rebuild trust, or feel more connected. Many couples come to therapy feeling stuck. Maybe you’re having the same argument over and over. Maybe things just feel “off,” and you can’t explain why.

Read More.

How couples therapy works and why you need it. Couples therapy offers tools and support to move forward—together.

21/05/2025

Couples often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed. Each partner may carry their own stress. This can spill into the relationship. It’s natural to want to help. But sometimes, even well-meaning advice can do harm.

This is where stress-reducing conversations make a difference.

An insight from Crossroads Associate Sydney Walker, M.A.

Read more:
https://crossroadscpc.ca/2025/05/21/stress-reducing-conversations/

14/05/2025

Come in. Relax. Get comfortable.
That might not be the first feeling you expect when you walk into a commercial building—but at Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services, it’s exactly the experience we aim to create.

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https://crossroadscpc.ca/2025/05/14/therapy-by-design/

08/05/2025

Welcome Back, Sydney! A Familiar Face Joins Us as Our Newest Associate

We’re thrilled to officially welcome Sydney Walker, M.A., to the Crossroads team in her new role as an Associate and Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate (RCT-C)!

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We’re thrilled to officially welcome Sydney Walker, M.A., to the Crossroads team in her new role as an Associate and RCT-C!

01/05/2025

One year ago, Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services proudly moved into our newly renovated building in Hammonds Plains. Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on this incredible journey and celebrate the growth we’ve experienced along the way. It’s our 1-Year Building Anniversary, and we couldn’t be more grateful!

Celebrating the 1 year anniversary of Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services' move into our new building in Hammonds Plains.