The Brentwood Counselling Blog
What “Should” Good Parenting Look Like?
And It’s Not What You Think It Is 12 years ago, we were blessed with my newborn twins. Everything went exactly as planned. Two healthy babies were delivered exactly as expected, and then they were dropped in our laps. We
Spring Forward: How to Have a Fresh Start
It’s time to come out of hibernation and embrace the arrival of spring. As the winter frost begins to thaw and flowers start to bloom, we too are entering a transition phase of renewal and fresh opportunities. The days are
How to Find Immediate Peace & Calm
Without Doing Anything Most of us find that our mind is cluttered with busyness, work, and distractions. We’re constantly on the go, even when we’re not physically moving, our thoughts are elsewhere. I was eating at a restaurant the other
Bring the Sexy Back into Your Relationship This Valentine’s Day
A Therapist’s Guide to Rekindling Passion, Romance, and Desire What makes a relationship passionate and romantic, not just on Valentine’s Day but all throughout the year? Is it romance? Wining and dining? Writing poetry or serenading with love songs? These
How to Achieve Better Mental Health in the New Year
And actually hit your goal Many of you know you should take better care of yourself. You tell yourself that this year, you will take more time to slow down, relax, and do things that are enjoyable and life-giving. You
How to Still Like Your Family After the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, it’s that time of year again for family gatherings. For some of us, it’s a happy time, for others, it may be stressful and anxiety-provoking. You recall how last year Uncle Bob, in his drunk
