Navigating Coparenting Challenges: Help for Separated Couples
Separation often brings forth a myriad of challenges for couples, especially when it comes to co-parenting. Psychotherapists like myself can[…]
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First Year Away at College or University? Managing Stress and Anxiety
As teenagers transition into their first year of college or university, they face an exciting yet challenging new journey filled[…]
Read moreParenting and Anxiety in an Age of Information Overload
In today’s digital age, parenting comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to helping anxious children (and us adults!)[…]
Read moreNavigating Grief and Anxiety Amidst Global Conflicts
In today’s interconnected world, news of conflicts and wars is often just a click away. Even if you aren’t on[…]
Read moreEmpty Nest Syndrome: Coping Strategies For Parents When Kids Leave Home
For many parents, the day has finally arrived when your children are leaving for college university (or move away for[…]
Read moreSummertime Seasonal Depression
The research is clear: Warm and sunny weather can have a positive impact on our mood and mental health. And,[…]
Read moreDon’t ‘Believe’ in Couples Counselling? What’s “Not” to “Believe”?!
This pandemic has been hard on so many people — both individually, and as couples and families. I, like many[…]
Read moreThe Pandemic and Pressing “Reset” on Online Dating
If you are like so many people trying to find love through online dating or internet dating, you are not[…]
Read morePandemic Dating? How About Sharing Your Vax Status?
Throughout this pandemic, discussions around COVID safety and vaccinations have been quite polarizing — to the point of ending friendships. […]
Read moreShopping to Soothe COVID Anxiety and Boredom?
The role of ‘emotions‘ in how, when, where, and how often we shop, is well documented. Thoughts about a brand[…]
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