About
Dr. Hann Psychology Services specialize in:
- Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
- Medically Unexplained Symptoms/ Traumatic Symptom Disorder
- Dissociative Seizures
- Treatment Resistant Depression
- Treatment Resistant Anxiety
- Emotion Focused Couples Therapy
- Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
Services
Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
ISTDP is a unique form of psychodynamic treatment that brings about a rapid reduction of emotions symptoms, specifically designed to resolve anxiety, depression, somatization and personality disorders, as well as alleviate a variety of self-defeating behaviors.
Medically Unexplained Symptoms/ Traumatic Symptom Disorder
Some individuals experience symptoms such as back & muscle pain, tiredness, numbness, heart palpitations, dizziness or stomach problems that, despite testing, go undiagnosed, sometimes for years. Treating the psychological component can treat the physical responses.
Dissociative Seizures
Those experiencing dissociative seizures may have experienced seizures for years without knowing they are experiencing dissociative seizures. Psychological treatment can help reduce frequency & severity.
Treatment Resistant Depression
For some, depression persists for an extended period of time, despite various forms of treatment. Dr. Hann Psychological services have a track record for helping patients who have thought depression might be untreatable.
Treatment Resistant Anxiety
Those who experience anxiety often find it impacts their work and home life, and even after extended periods of searching and trying new treatments, continue to suffer from anxiety. Treatment resistant anxiety CAN be treated, allowing patients' quality of life to improve.
Emotion Focused Couples Therapy
When a relationship experiences a breakdown, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) can help couples create healthy attachments, reducing negative patterns and conflict, and improving communication and empathy.
Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
When an Independent Medical Evaluation is required, Dr. Hannah Psychological services conducts the evaluation with respect and in an objective and experienced manner.
Professional Referral
Professionals can refer their patients or clients using our professional-referral form. We will be in touch within a timely manner.
Self Referral
Taking the first step in seeking help is often difficult. At our practice, we realize the importance of making the referral process easy and confidential. Self-referrals are easily made online to assist you in taking the first step.
- What to expect
Therapy is effective for most people experiencing distress. It takes courage to start a relationship with a new therapist, and we understand this. We also understand that it’s a lot of work, and we put the work in with you. We strive to be organized, efficient and present. This way, our patients make the most out of each session. It's common for patients to experience strong emotions and memories during the sessions, and we are experienced and able to support you through this process. We are honest with our patients, and for the patient to get the most out of the treatment, honesty is important. The therapeutic relationship is key to the success of our treatment, and we promise a safe, confidential and judgement free relationship. Most importantly, our therapy strives for results. We often see patients for XXX- XXX sessions in order to achieve the results.
- Confidentiality
Information contained in our files is not released without your informed written consent. This standard is adhered to in all circumstances, with the exception of circumstances where a psychologist is ethically and/or legally obligated to disclose information without your consent. Clinical files are maintained for a minimum of ten years and after that time period, they are destroyed. Only a record of a destroyed file is maintained after that time. As part of their psychological services at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services, clients are asked to consent to the following conditions:
Clients should be aware that details related to their sessions at the practice may be discussed with other members of the Clinical Team. Clinical consultation is standard practice at Dr. S. Gerald Hann Psychological Services and ensures effective and continuous service to our clients.
Psychologists at our practice will not release information about your treatment or assessment to anyone outside of the professional relationship, without your informed, voluntary and written consent. Exceptions to this include exceptional circumstances outlined below.
In certain exceptional circumstances, psychologists are ethically and legally required to disclose information to others without your consent. These circumstances include Court order, suspicion of child/elder abuse, and instances where the client may pose an imminent threat of injury to themselves or others. In circumstances where a client poses an imminent threat to himself/herself or others, the psychologist is ethically required to protect the person(s) in danger by informing police, medical or other clinical personnel.
- Personal Health Information
As regulated psychologists we are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal health information. We collect, use and disclose the personal health information you entrust to us for a number of purposes, which are summarized in this policy.
- All psychologists at our practice and other authorized practice personnel are only authorized to collect, use, and disclose the personal information needed to fulfill their responsibilities and for purposes permitted under Nova Scotia law, in particular the Personal Health Information Act.
- The personal health information that we collect may include: Your name, Date of Birth, Provincial Health Card Number, Address, Health History, Information about tests, procedures and care you received
Contact
Taking the first step in seeking help is often difficult. At our practice, we realize the importance of making the referral process easy and confidential. Referrals that are made to the practice are either Self Referrals or Professional Referrals, and are easily made online to assist you in taking the first step. If you complete the online referral, you DO NOT have to call our practice by phone.
Once you click on the appropriate link above, a new web page will load. On the new referral page that opens, complete all fields with the relevant information and press the submit button at the end of the page. Make sure you provide an email address at which you are comfortable receiving an email from our office (it is preferred you use a personal email, rather than a work or company email). Await verification of your referral by email (usually within the same day). Dr. Hann’s office will book an appointment with you and send verification of an appointment by email within 24-48 hours.
If you prefer to make a referral by phone, call 902-453-8336 and leave a message in the General Inquiries and Referral voicemail box. Make sure you tell us the best time and number to reach you at and we will call you to obtain your personal information in order to facilitate your referral.
We offer both in-person and tele-health services. Please fill out contact information below.
Location:
Halifax Professional Centre
5991 Spring Garden Rd, Suite 585
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3H 1Y6
Email:
info@hannpsychologicalservices.com
Call:
+1 (902) 453-8336