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Welcome Brittany MacGregor to the Crossroads Team!

We are excited to announce a wonderful new addition to our Crossroads team. Please join us in welcoming Brittany MacGregor, M.A.!

Meet Brittany

Brittany is a Registered Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP). She has over ten years of experience conducting diagnostic assessments and providing clinical interventions. Her background spans both public school and private practice settings.

Brittany holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from Saint Mary’s University. She also holds a Master of Arts in School Psychology from Mount Saint Vincent University.

Welcome New Practicum Student – Low Cost Therapy Option

Brooke joins our team on July 20 as a practicum student and will be providing low-cost counselling sessions for adults (19+) for just $25/hour.

She takes a warm, collaborative approach to therapy and enjoys supporting clients through anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, confidence, resilience, self-esteem, and personal growth.

Through her work in community and mental health settings, Brooke has supported individuals from diverse backgrounds, including neurodivergent individuals, older adults, LGBTQIA2S+ communities, newcomers, and underserved populations.

4 Phrases to De-escalate an Argument

When communication breaks down during a relationship disagreement, it is entirely normal to feel defensive, disconnected, or stuck in a reactive loop where both partners feel unheard. Navigating conflict successfully isn’t about avoiding disagreements altogether, but rather about learning how to lower the emotional… Continue Reading “4 Phrases to De-escalate an Argument”

Expanded ADHD & Psychoeducational Assessment Services

We’ve expanded our services! 🧠✨ Navigating higher education or professional milestones can be challenging, but you don’t have to guess your way through it. Crossroads is now offering Expanded ADHD & Psychoeducational Assessments for students and adults up to age 30. An assessment can… Continue Reading “Expanded ADHD & Psychoeducational Assessment Services”

Welcome to the team, Lina!

We are thrilled to (finally!) officially welcome Michaelina Dawson Otoo to the Crossroads team.

Yes, this announcement is a little late—Lina actually joined us back in April—but she hit the ground running so fast that we’re just now catching our breath to write this!

Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services Announces Expanded ADHD and Psychoeducational Assessments to Meet Rising Demand in Halifax

HAMMONDS PLAINS, NS, May. 26, 2026 /CNW/ – Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services is expanding its specialized assessment services to include comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for children, young adults, and adult students. This initiative is designed to help learners up to the age of 30 identify undiagnosed… Continue Reading “Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services Announces Expanded ADHD and Psychoeducational Assessments to Meet Rising Demand in Halifax”

Beyond the Label: How ADHD and Psychoeducational Assessments Unlock Your Potential

Why Assessment Matters (At Any Age)

For Children, Teens & Post-Secondary Students

An early assessment can change a child’s entire educational trajectory. Instead of being labeled “difficult” or “unmotivated,” they receive the accommodations they need —like extra time on tests, assistive technology, or specialized instruction. Most importantly, it protects their self-esteem. Later assessments for students can help identify needed accommodations which can be a lifeline for significant tests like the MCAT, GMAT and LSAT.

Welcome Back, Kelsey!

We are happy to announce that Kelsey Chiasson, M.A., has returned to Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services from her leave.

Kelsey Chiasson, M.A.

For those who have worked with Kelsey before, you know she brings a unique and deeply compassionate perspective to our team. With her background as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) before transitioning into counselling, Kelsey has a profound understanding of the connection between the mind and body. She doesn’t just look at the symptoms; she works with her clients to address the root causes of distress.

Beyond Awareness: 3 Steps Toward True Autism Acceptance

While “Autism Awareness” has been a standard phrase for years, at Crossroads Counselling & Psychological Services, we believe it’s time to move the conversation forward. Awareness is simply the recognition that autism exists; acceptance is the active work of creating a community where neurodivergent individuals are valued, supported, and included exactly as they are.

In Hammonds Plains and beyond, true inclusion grows through understanding and intentional action. Here are three ways to move beyond simple awareness and foster a truly neurodiverse environment.

Help for Students – Psychoeducational and ADHD Assessments

Is your student struggling in the classroom? Discover the “why” behind learning hurdles with a psychoeducational or ADHD assessment at Crossroads in Hammonds Plains. Skip the Halifax commute and get a personalized roadmap to help your child thrive.