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Starting Therapy: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for improving your mental health and well-being. But it can be scary to start seeing a psychotherapist for the first time, especially if you don’t know what to expect. This guide will help you understand what goes into a good therapy experience, how to find a registered professional who’s right […]
Psychotherapy for Anxiety
Anxiety can cause us to feel like we are losing control of ourselves, of our situation and of our minds. It is a protective alarm system that helps alert us to danger. But, if you suffer from excessive anxiety, your alarm system may be hypersensitive. It can also be the result of an active, creative […]
Suicide Prevention Through Emotional Wellness and Addiction Recovery
Suicide is a serious public health issue causing immeasurable pain, suffering and loss to individuals, families and communities nationwide. Nearly 40,000 people in the United States take their own lives every year, a statistic that exceeds the death rate of homicide, automobile accidents and AIDS combined. The causes of suicide are complex, though most often […]
Stop Negative Self Talk
We don’t always realize it, but what we think – we feel. When we are constantly telling ourselves we are not good enough, smart enough, or only focusing on the negative things, it begins to change how we feel on a daily basis. But what can we do? Catch it The first step toward unraveling […]
Emotional Connection: 3 Quick Tips to Feel Your Feelings
When you have a million things on your plate, the last thing you probably ever think about doing is stopping to notice how you’re feeling. You might wonder, “What if I get caught in a funk and I can’t get out? “Who will do all the things that need to be done?” It’s impossible to […]
Tips for Effective Communication
Communicate More Effectively in all your Relationships Good communication is the foundation for every relationship, and it’s also one of the hardest things to establish. Couples often have a hard time communicating, not because they aren’t listening, but because they aren’t ‘hearing’ what their partner is saying. Here are some things you can do to foster […]
How to Stop Worrying: Ease Your Anxiety
We all worry about things from time to time. But too many “what ifs” can lead to anxiety and affect our health in many negative ways. Worry is a problem, not a solution In order to break your worrying habit, you need to let go of the belief that worrying will protect you from difficult […]
Self-Care for Busy Women: Tips to Refuel Your Tank
As a busy professional, mom, or both, you probably find that it is extremely difficult for you to make time for yourself, and your quality of life might be suffering because of it. But when you hear the word self-care you think “ya right, when do I have time for that!” Well I want you […]
Is Therapy Right for Me?
You might be thinking about reaching out to a counsellor or psychotherapist but you are unsure if therapy is right for you. Some people who have never been to a counsellor are unsure if their problems or concerns warrant counselling or therapy. Due to this uncertainty, they take no action. Most times when left unresolved, […]
Why Doesn’t Anyone Understand Me?
As humans, we all want to feel like we belong and that others understand what we are going through. We want to feel happy, fulfilled and like we are connecting with others. However, oftentimes the people around us just don’t make us feel happy or like they understand our personal experience. We continue to chase and pursue […]