Life is full of constant changes that can disrupt our habits and shake us out of our comfort zones. Dealing with big life transitions can be especially difficult; there’s managing the logistics of the change, coping with the emotional toll, and grieving the life you’re leaving behind. Even positive changes can be challenging to deal […]
Somehow, summer just flew by (again), and now we’re already about to head back into the school grind. Whether you’re a parent, guardian or just someone who’s watching someone else go back to school, this time of year can hit differently; excitement, stress, maybe even a little dread. If you have kids returning, whether 5 […]
So you’ve decided to schedule a therapy session for your child. You are likely experiencing a range of emotions on their behalf, not to mention how you are coping yourself! Rest assured that your child’s counsellor will communicate and guide you and your child every step of the way. Even so, there are some important […]
Have you ever agreed to something you didn’t really want to do? Maybe you were already overwhelmed or just mentally drained but you said “yes” anyway? It happens to a lot of us. Whether it’s helping a friend, taking on an extra task at work or just responding to a late-night text when you really […]
Self-care is a topic that gets talked about a lot – because it is so important!!! Practicing self-care improves mental health by reducing stress, preventing burnout, and boosting mood. It is also shown to benefit your physical health, productivity, and relationships. Yet many of us don’t engage in adequate self-care, and miss out on the […]
Looking for a therapist can feel like a lot. When you’re already overwhelmed or emotionally drained, the idea of sorting through websites, bios and scheduling systems just to find someone to open up to can seem impossible. It’s one more thing on your plate, when that plate is probably already overflowing. But take a deep […]
When most of us imagine therapy, we picture an intense one-on-one conversation. Your mental image might even involve a vintage chaise lounge! The truth is, while a therapy session can have this setup, it doesn’t have to. One way to change up your classic session is to attend group therapy. This usually involves one or […]
Every family has its own way of being. Each one has its own way of talking, showing love (or not), dealing with conflict (or totally ignoring it) and giving everyone their “role” without even realizing it. Maybe you were the peacekeeper, the one who always fixes things or the one who had to be strong […]
As pride month comes to a close, LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and other sexual and gender minority) issues move further back in our minds for another year. Of course, this topic does not end with the month of June. With roughly 10% of people identifying as LGBTQ+, you likely have a family member, […]
Let’s be real, summer has a way of throwing us off balance. Routines change, school’s out, the days feel longer and suddenly, everything can either feel incredibly relaxing or downright chaotic. For parents, it can be a bit of both. On one hand, there’s more time to connect with family and friends and on the […]