Our Vision
A community where everyone has timely access to caring mental health professionals in their time of need and where the act of getting help is recognized as a healthy and normal part of holistic self-care.
Our Mission
To enhance the psychological wellbeing of individuals, couples, and families through the provision of professional counselling and psychotherapy services.
Our Story
Established in 2017, Cornerstone Counselling Services is the dream of Brady Hutchinson, a Registered Psychotherapist and lifelong resident of Norfolk County. Brady sought to create a comfortable and inclusive space where community members could receive the professional help they need—a space where reaching out for help is recognized as a sign of strength and courage and is met with compassionate care. Cornerstone Counselling Services is that space!
Meet Our Helpers
Brady Hutchinson, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
& Clinical Director
Brady is a Registered Psychotherapist with a Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from McMaster University. Her work is trauma-informed and she specializes in helping her clients to heal from symptoms and emotional distress caused by disturbing life experiences. This includes relationship and work stressors, grief and loss, and trauma of all types, including PTSD and shock trauma, complex PTSD, developmental and attachment trauma, sexual abuse, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and dissociative disorders. Brady practices an evidence-based trauma therapy called EMDR and she has advanced training in the treatment of trauma, including dissociative and personality disorders. She integrates ego state therapy and cognitive behavioural approaches as needed, including Schema therapy, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, and behavioural activation. She also works with mood disorders (anxiety, depression), addictions, and problematic anger. Brady has extensive experience working with First Nations people and is trained in Indigenous cultural safety. Brady works primarily with adults on an individual basis, although she does work with adolescents and couples who have experienced trauma or abuse as well as couples with complex relationship dynamics (e.g. ethical nonmonogamy and kink). Brady is sex-positive, LGBTQ+ safe, and a Gottman-trained couples therapist. The clients best-suited to Brady’s methods are those who are interested in exploring their past, present and future—in resolving the past events or circumstances that have led them to their current state while also looking at current situations that cause distress, and developing the skills and beliefs needed for their desired future.
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Arden Smelser, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Arden holds a Master of Social Work degree (MSW) from McMaster University and is a registered social worker (RSW) with the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Arden is currently a school social worker and has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults with addictions. She uses mindfulness-based interventions, drawing from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT). She is also trained in emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT). Arden works with clients of any age and specializes in the treatment of anxiety, stress, depression, emotion dysregulation, grief and loss, self-harm, relationship issues, behavioural concerns, and addictions. Arden is available in the evenings, on weekends, and during the summer months, she is available for daytime appointments.
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Victoria West, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Victoria holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) with a minor in Psychology from the University of Guelph and a Master of Arts (MA) with a concentration in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy from Wilfrid Laurier University and is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Victoria has experience working with marginalized populations on a distress line and at a residential treatment centre for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Victoria embraces a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, drawing from Cognitive Behaviour therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative therapy, and Emotionally Focused therapy (EFT). Victoria also incorporates Mindfulness-based approaches and has a special interest in Self-Compassion based therapy. Victoria works with adults and youth 16+ with a variety of life stressors, interpersonal issues, and mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse. She also sees couples and families, utilizing a family systems and narrative approach.
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JULIANA ROMAN, MA, RP (qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Ms. Juliana Roman obtained her Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and Masters of Arts (MA) in Dance Movement Rehabilitation from York University. She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a member in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
Ms. Roman has experience providing support to high-risk children and adults and has engaged with diverse communities. Ms. Roman also has experience in couples counselling and relationship building, re-connecting with the self and helping others gain a deeper understanding of their emotions and behaviours. She also has experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, crisis management, pain management and other mental health concerns. She also has experience with Dance Movement Therapy, improving the mind-body connection while working with individuals experiencing short-term and long-term memory loss, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diagnoses. Ms. Roman has worked with a range of populations, including Indigenous youth, adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, neurological impairments, as well as those experiencing catastrophic and non-catastrophic injuries. Ms. Roman has completed training in behavioural management systems, applied suicide interventions skills, mental health first aid, as well as family violence and sexual assault prevention. Additionally, she is trained in Dance Movement therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
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ANDREA SMELSER WINGER, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Andrea holds a Master of Social Work degree (MSW) from McMaster University, a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from York University and is a registered social worker (RSW) with the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Andrea has over twenty years of social work experience including child welfare and school social work. Andrea is currently a school social worker and has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Andrea has training in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and also uses mindfulness based interventions. Andrea works with clients of any age and specializes in the treatment of anxiety, stress, depression, emotion dysregulation, grief and loss, self-harm, and relationship issues. Andrea is available in the evenings and on weekends. During the summer months, she is available for daytime appointments.
**Andrea is not available to see current students or staff of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board.**
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Anna Riddell, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Anna is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from York University. She completed a self-designed Individualized Studies Undergraduate Degree from Trent University in The Creative Arts and Well Being. She is also an Ontario Certified Teacher with experience teaching primary, junior, and intermediate students. Anna is trained in Trauma-Informed Care, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Art Therapy. She enjoys using arts-based approaches in combination with other modalities, including drawing and creative writing exercises. She is a certified yoga teacher and uses mindfulness practices and breathing techniques to help clients with managing emotions. Anna is passionate about supporting children, youth, and young adults, as well as individuals with challenges related to parenting, gender and sexuality, anxiety, depression, and relationships. As a therapist and a teacher, she is interested in supporting children and adolescents with challenges related to school, including academic success, special education needs, and bullying and peer relationships.
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Christine Harrison, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Christine is a Registered Psychotherapist and studied counselling at McGill University and University of North Carolina. She holds certification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and trauma counselling. Christine works from a client centered perspective using CBT, narrative therapy, and solution focused therapy. Christine helps adults and couples to navigate the challenges they face in daily life. In addition to extensive counselling and supervisory experience, Christine has an MBA in Public Health from University of Cumbria. Christine's services are through telehealth.
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