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Why Do We Grieve When Someone Famous Dies?

In light of Queen Elizabeth II’s death last month, I’ve been asked the question, “Why do I feel so sad…

5 Steps to Sit with Your Emotions

When something upsets you, how do you deal with it? Do you tell yourself things like, “I don’t let it…

Excessive Worry and What to do About it

A Worry Story You are sitting at the dinner table having spaghetti with a family member. The person across from…

Overcoming Your Negative Thoughts in Relationships

Do your negative thoughts create self-fulfilling prophecies in your relationship? Do you often think of the worst-case scenario that causes…

How to Feel Good about Making Decisions!

When was the last time you made a decision? Did you feel good about it? Clicking on this article to…

How to Choose the Right Therapist

Written By: Albert Kwok, MEd, Registered Clinical Counsellor Recently, I’ve had some new potential clients wanting to chat and see…

4 Communication Styles that Lead to Failed Relationships

Recall your previous failed attempts at communicating. Are any of the following phrases familiar? Partner B: (Looks down, avoids eye…

Sleep 101: Exploring the Power of Sleep

Does sleep feel elusive at times? Do you remember the last time you woke up feeling refreshed and ready to…

Is Couples Counselling Right for Us?

How do you know if you and your partner need couples counselling? How does it help and what does it…

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