Healing from Trauma: “Unfocus” for just 15 minutes
Traumatic experiences affect us in different ways. The road to healing can be long and non-linear. When we suppress emotions[…]
Read moreCategory: Blog
More than the Baby Blues…
There are misconceptions about postpartum depression — particularly with what we have come to understand as simply the “baby blues“. […]
Read moreBecoming Skilled at Helping those with Anxiety
“Oh just get over it”! Sound familiar? Here are some useful tips to help someone you care about who is[…]
Read moreParent-delivered CBT: Improving Access?
Like many counsellors, I help parents and other caregivers learn strategies to help both themselves and their children better cope[…]
Read moreDating and Social Anxiety
If you struggle with social anxiety, defined in part as a fear of social situations and interactions, dating can be[…]
Read moreGot Social Anxiety? Put down the Wine and the Phone
For many, the idea of social networking events, or any event demanding small talk with strangers or acquaintances, evoke feelings[…]
Read moreSurviving an Open Marriage: Not As Easy as You Think
While some couples may entertain or even speak openly about wanting an “open marriage” to address infidelity or changing needs[…]
Read moreMight Your Career Choice Impact Your Mental Health?
We know some jobs or career paths pose more hazards than others to our mental health. Have a look at[…]
Read moreLoneliness and Teenagers: What Adults are Missing
Loneliness Researchers know that loneliness or social isolation (which is not the same as enjoying some solo time which[…]
Read moreJust a Little Meditation Can Go a Long Way
This is not the first time a study has confirmed the benefits of meditation for anxiety. Indeed “Mindfulness meditation” which[…]
Read more
