Crossroads
Counselling & Psychological Services
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Celebrating One Year in Our New Home!
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!
How to Stay Grounded in Uncertain Times
Let’s be honest — life feels heavy lately. Maybe you’ve found yourself deep in the daily doomscroll, searching for a sense of control. Whether it’s global conflict, political change, economic instability, climate anxiety, or personal upheaval, it can feel like the world is unraveling. In times like these, it’s important to find grounding perspectives to help you navigate the fear and uncertainty you may be experiencing.
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:
Welcome to Ana, our new Admin Assistant!
The team at Crossroads wishes a warm welcome to our new Admin Assistant, Ana Lorenzon. Ana joins us with a strong background in marketing and program management. As well, she is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University.… Continue Reading “Welcome to Ana, our new Admin Assistant!”
5 Key Benefits of Teaching Kids to Express Their Emotions
5 reasons why teaching children how to speak about their emotions is important for their overall growth and development.
Congratulations to Julia Slaunwhite!
We are please to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Julia Slaunwhite, a valued member of the Crossroads team. Having initially joined us as a practicum student in 2024, Julia has reached an impressive milestone by completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
Welcome Carey Best to the Crossroads Team!
We are excited to announce a wonderful new addition to our Crossroads team — please join us in welcoming Carey Best!
Carey is a highly skilled Registered Psychologist with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. contact us today to schedule a counselling appointment with Carey and take the first step toward positive change.
By Popular Demand
Crossroads has started, this year, offering child therapy and children’s ADHD and psychoeducational assessments. The introduction of services to this new client group has brought with it a special demand – beverages for kids! (Apparently kids are not impressed by our selection of coffee,… Continue Reading “By Popular Demand”
Please Welcome our Newest Associate, Joanna Lockhart
The Crossroads team welcomes Joanna Lockhart, a Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. With nearly 20 years of paramedic experience, she offers a unique perspective on healing, especially for first responders. Joanna starts accepting new clients on February 3. Contact us to book an appointment.
How To Maximize Your Child’s Athletic Confidence
What role do parents play in their child’s confidence? I came across an insightful article in Psychology Today that offers a lot of food for thought for any parent of a young athlete.
The Science of Building Athletic Confidence in Youth Athletes
The author, a performance psychologist who works with athletes from youth leagues to the NBA, highlights a fascinating pattern: the most confident athletes often aren’t those who received the most praise or won the most games early on. Instead, their confidence is built on specific environmental factors that parents can actively nurture.