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As we continue our path into 2024, many of us set the year’s intentions, goals and resolutions. Some may be setting...
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Focus is the dynamic process of choosing what is critical to notice, do, or recall. Each of us have areas of focus that...
Read MoreThe ‘Coping Plateau’
When it Hits and How to Fight Back by Latoya Reid, Registered Social Worker at BMAW As I pondered about this...
Read MoreSeparating Work from Home during COVID-19
How do I separate home and work when I am working at home? by Michele Meehan, Registered Psychotherapist at BMAW This...
Read More2021: New Year, New Shift
We tend to think of the New Year as the ideal moment to start fresh. We see themes of what others are doing, which inspire...
Read MoreFinding the Good in 2020
We may be physically distant from one another, but we are finally talking to one another again. Whether it’s one...
Read MoreRelationships: How to Navigate Differences in Values and Points of View
Differences in values and points of view can often lead to conflict in relationships. Being exposed to a different point...
Read MoreThe Four Styles of Communication
As social beings, we are in constant communication with others. The way we communicate impacts how other people experience...
Read MoreQ&A with Our Naturopathic Doctor
Come Learn about Naturopathic Medicine! (Script from previous live video with Dr. Laura Macleod, interviewed by Carly...
Read MoreAcknowledging Grief during COVID-19
The loss that we are all feeling right now is profound. It is okay to grieve the loss of what last month was, this week...
Read MoreCoping in Uncertain Times
As I write this on March 30, 2020, it feels like the world as I experience it has changed dramatically over the past...
Read MoreCoping in Uncertain Times with our ND
What wild times we are in right now! There is a lot of uncertainty, fear, stress and heightened emotions. It’s on...
Read MoreIdentifying Your Sexual Beliefs, Preferences, and Boundaries This Valentine’s Day
Sexual communication is an important part of a healthy and satisfying sex life. Understanding yours and your partner’s...
Read More10 Ways to Remain Grounded for Trauma Survivors
Grounding techniques are strategies that can help us to stay in the present moment. Grounding can often be used as a...
Read MoreMaking the First Therapy Appointment
Even if you are a supporter of the benefits of therapy, actually finding a therapist can be anxiety-inducing itself....
Read More8 Ways to Stop Negative Thought Patterns
Negative thinking is the easiest way to slow down your progress and goals. But how do you get rid of negative thoughts?...
Read MoreUnderstanding Trauma and PTSD
Traumatic events are situations that are shocking and emotionally overwhelming. They may involve actual or threaten...
Read MoreTrust and Relationships: Part 2
When we enter a relationship with someone new, when we feel hurt by another person’s actions, or when we hurt our...
Read MoreTrust and Relationships: Part 1
Elements of Trust in a Relationship Trust is a concept that almost always comes up in starting, working through,...
Read More“Sitting With” Your Emotions
Painful emotions can be challenging to sit with. In an effort to “feel better” and prevent our feelings from “taking...
Read MoreDrawing the Line in the Sand: Boundary Setting (Part 3)
One of the most difficult parts of setting boundaries for most is to actually say “no” and turn down requests. This...
Read MoreDrawing the Line in the Sand: Boundary Setting (Part 2)
Asking for What You Need Boundaries are important for our own understanding of our limits and what we’re comfortable...
Read MoreHow to Communicate Without Anger
When you feel frustrated with someone, communicating without anger takes a level of self-awareness most of us do not...
Read MoreHow to Believe You Are Enough
What is enough? How do you measure what you do and if it is enough for you? Acceptance does not mean not to strive to...
Read MoreDrawing the Line in the Sand: Boundary Setting (Part 1)
“Boundaries. What are those?” That was the first question I had for my therapist when she asked about how I set...
Read MoreResponsive Versus Reactive Parenting Styles
A Guide to Supporting You and Your Child When You Are Both Upset Most parents can think of a handful of moments...
Read MoreStories We Tell Ourselves: Trauma Experiences
The Stories We Tell Ourselves Part 2 – Trauma Experiences Especially for those of us who have experienced trauma(s),...
Read MoreUnderstanding and Reducing Anger and Resentment
Many people seem to be carrying their anger and resentment wherever they go. Carrying these heavy, negative emotions...
Read MoreStories We Tell Ourselves: Self-Talk
The Stories We Tell Ourselves Part 1 – Self-Talk In therapy, we usually come into sessions with stories of things...
Read MoreArguing Effectively: The Power of Hearing, Understanding, and Validating
Partners often find themselves engaging in arguments to solve a problem, yet end up feeling more tense, depleted, and...
Read More7 Ways to Stop Racing Thoughts
Are you experiencing ‘racing thoughts’? If you identify with fast, repetitive thought patterns about a particular...
Read MoreThe Greatest Gift(s) You Can Give Your Relationship this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day holds a lot of weight for many couples. The expectations and pressure that come with this holiday...
Read MoreSupporting Someone with Mental Health Issues
When it comes to talking to a loved one about mental health, it can be very uncomfortable. As a society, we are still...
Read MoreBell Let’s Talk Day 2019
Wednesday, January 30, 2019 WHAT: Bell Let’s Talk provides the largest corporate fundraising commitment to mental...
Read MoreEnd the Stigma. Break the Silence.
In Canada, every year we celebrate Bell Let’s Talk Day – coming up on January 30, 2019. While this day is a...
Read MoreNew Year, New Goals
It’s that time of year again. We are almost two weeks into the new year, and despite well-intentioned resolutions...
Read MoreSelf-Care in Our Technology Driven World
I admit, it is very tempting to throw around words like “self-care” in the context of therapy. Sometimes, what ends...
Read MoreHow to Deal with Grief During the Holidays
Grief during the holidays is a common reason people come in for therapy in December. Because of your grief, this holiday...
Read MoreHoliday Social Anxiety: 6 Common Causes and How to Cope
Staying with friends or relatives (unfamiliar surroundings)… If you are going to be staying with friends or relatives...
Read More6 Tips for Overcoming Holiday Anxiety and Stress
It is known that a stable routine can reduce psychological problems like anxiety. Our daily schedule is safe and predictable. The...
Read MoreHow to Beat the Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is related to changes in seasons. To understand more...
Read MoreSeasonal Affective Disorder: The Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is related to changes in seasons. More specifically,...
Read MoreRelationship Issues: Let Your Guard Down
One of the most common relationship issues is not being able to let your guard down. We become defensive when we don’t...
Read MoreRelationship Issues: Does Your Partner Know the Real You?
Often, the cause of many relationship issues, is lack of communication. A main reason this happens is because we are...
Read MoreRise Above Stigma! Mental Health Awareness
Rise Above Stigma! Bell Let’s Talk Day: Wednesday, January 28, 2015! Wednesday, January 28, 2015 is an important...
Read MoreBinge Eating Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is unfortunately commonly misconceptualized in our society. People often think of people...
Read MoreHow to Form Good Habits
A habit is a shortcut that makes your life easier because you don’t have to spend energy choosing to do it. It’s...
Read MoreBe a happier ‘you’ this holiday season!
Down in the dumps? Holiday blues? A lot of us feel more down in the winter season, especially around the holiday season. This...
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