Peter Goodman

Peter Goodman is a Professional Counsellor and Transactional Analyst, with 45 years of clinical experience. He has certification in the treatment of addictions, post-traumatic stress disorder, and conflict resolution. He practices contemplative psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Therapeutic sessions are devoted to understanding the nature of personal trauma, as well as discovering inherent strengths and resources for healing.

Peter is also a Manual Osteopath with 42 years of experience treating chronic pain and all levels of injury – including athletic injuries for both amateur and elite athletes. He specializes in utilizing mindfulness methodology as a core component for self-regulation practices which he gives all his clients.

Peter and wife Mary are co-founders of EastWind Health Associates, one of the first multi-disciplinary integrative health clinics in Nova Scotia, opening in 1989.

The core view of Peter’s therapeutic approach is that all human beings possess genuine health and human dignity. These are innate qualities that can never be destroyed.

Peter has lived in Nova Scotia since 1989, raising four daughters with his wife and life-partner Mary Goodman. He has been a mindfulness meditation practitioner for 50+ years, studying with many Buddhist teachers.