Welcome to Cornerstone Counselling Services
Hello, I'm Jeff Watson, the lead practitioner at Cornerstone Counselling Services. I am a devoted husband and proud father to two teenage boys. I am the founder of the not for profit, Thinklove reaching Gen Z and Millenial youth with self love, and love for others, along with free mental health counselling. My life has taken me down some fascinating roads, where I’ve had the privilege of meeting and working with people from all walks of life in the fields of mental health, media and faith.
I am a registered psychotherapist with a Masters degree in clinical counselling and a diploma in Child and Youth Work. For 15 years, I have dedicated my career to counselling youth and their families in schools, clinical settings, and community environments, and I now spend my time counselling couples, families, individuals and teens.
My life, and working experience have shown me that life can sometimes become complicated when we least expect it, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Often, the first step to turning things around is realizing you are not alone. When someone is listened to, cared for, and encouraged in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, life-changing discoveries can be made.
Building on your strengths, exploring your thought patterns, and uncovering solutions that align with your goals and values is what therapy means to me. As a strengths-based therapist, I believe every person already carries pieces of the solution within them.
I would be honoured to be a resource for you on your journey toward healing, growth, and meaningful transformation.
Reach out if you want to connect. Cheers, Jeff
how cornerstone Counselling services can help
Individuals
We offer support for various mental health challenges including Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Addictions. Our services also encompass Stress Management, Low Self-Esteem, Anger Management, and issues with Loneliness and Isolation. We provide specialized individual counselling for Identity Issues, Marital or Relationship Problems, and Family Dynamics. Additionally, our couples counselling aims to improve communication and connection between partners. For teens and millennials, we offer tailored Teen and Millennial counselling that addresses unique life transitions and adjustments, such as Career Changes and major life events. We also help clients navigate Trauma/Abuse, Procrastination or Motivation Issues, and Existential/Spiritual concerns. RATE: $175.00 Per hour
Couples & Families
My approach to couples counselling integrates various methods from individual counselling, such as CBT, Narrative Therapy, and ACT, alongside the evidence-based Gottman Method specifically for couples. Utilizing the Sound Relationship House framework, I assist couples in building trust, deepening intimacy, and fostering shared meaning while constructively addressing conflict. We explore the "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" (criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling) to identify and transform harmful communication patterns into opportunities for connection and understanding, ultimately creating a stronger, more resilient partnership. I also offer family counselling and specialized Teen and Millennial counselling for those navigating anxiety and relationship challenges. RATE: $190 Per hour for couples, $200 Per hour for families.
Children, Teens & Families
We address a variety of challenges, including Anxiety, Depression/Sadness, Trauma and PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Hyperactivity/ADHD, Social and Peer Issues, Family Challenges, Self-Esteem and Identity, School-Related Stress, Substance Use, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Sleep Issues, Parent-child conflicts, and blended family integration. Our services include individual counselling, couples counselling, and Family counselling, specifically tailored to support Teens and Millennials. RATE: $175 Per hour
Finding Balance through your life force
Foundational to my practice, I believe clients should first focus on their Life Force, which Psychiatrist Phillip Stutz describes as the energy driving personal growth, healing, connection, and resilience, nurtured through three core relationships.
Your relationship with your body supports emotional well-being through restful sleep, balanced nutrition, and movement. I collaborate with medical professionals when mental health has biological roots, particularly in cases of anxiety.
Your relationships with others are crucial; fostering meaningful connections with friends, family, or through couples counselling and family counselling helps ease isolation. Exploring healthy, reciprocal relationships and navigating challenges like toxic environments is essential.
Your relationship with your Self involves cultivating self-compassion, mindfulness, and resilience through reflection and creativity. This process empowers you to set boundaries and face life’s challenges with clarity, which is particularly important in individual counselling and for teenagers and millennials who may be struggling.