Give Your Body a Break
Madeline shares how to introduce simple movements into your daily routine to provide the body relief when you're stuck sitting or in one position for long periods
Men’s Mental Health and Grief
Following Father’s Day, Dominic continues the conversation by exploring what meaningful support during grief can look like, and why it matters.
Thought Challenging
Associate Therapist, Jaden Epplette, describes thought challenging as a technique towards self-awareness and self-regulation.
SMART Goals
Associate Therapist, Dominic Willson, explains SMART Goals for increased momentum towards your aspirations.
Box Breathing
Associate Therapist, Madeline Kang, describes how to use box breathing to soothe anxiety.
The 5-4-3-2-1 Technique
Counselling for All Associate Therapists, Cassey, Jialin and Mariya explain the 5-4-3-2-1 technique as a grounding tool for anxiety.
Emotional Regulation with STOP
Many people come to counselling with concerns about anxiety. It’s such a common complaint, and yet the person experiencing anxiety can often feel completely isolated and alone.
Financial Stress and its Effect on Relationships
Cost of living and employment insecurity is a frequent source of stress. In the United States, almost a third of people in a relationship identified financial issues as a significant issue with their partner (American Psychological Association, 2015).
Dealing with Resentment
Holding on to resentment can poison your life. Holding on to any negative emotions can shift your perspective about life. Combating that resentment can be very challenging, but it’s important to make changes for your own mental health.
Benefits of Group Therapy
One of the most important benefits of group therapy is the sense of community that is gained from sharing experiences. Those participating in group therapy can frequently find some comfort in the fact that they have not been the only one to experience a similar challenge or issue.
Addressing Insomnia
Chronic insomnia is a condition that few people acknowledge and therefore attempt to address it on their own without asking for help (Harvey, et al., 2014). General symptoms can include being unable to function at your regular energy level during the day as well as negative effects on mental health.
Learning to Set Boundaries between Your Personal and Professional Life
Boundaries are not only about knowing when to say “no”, but they are also about setting an expectation about the treatment you receive from others.