Two Mistakes to Avoid When Facing Your Fears
Have you ever tried to “get over” your fears by facing it head on but ended up feeling even worse? Like many others, you may have started with high hopes but were left feeling discouraged and helpless about dealing with your anxiety. Well, there may be hope after all. COMBATTING ANXIETY WITH SYSTEMATIC DESENSITIZATION One […]
3 Ways to Immediately Reduce Anxiety with Mindfulness-Based Meditation
Do you ever feel anxious and want immediate relief? Have you tried to distract yourself to stop feeling anxious, but it didn’t work? Mindfulness-based meditation can quickly reduce anxiety levels, as it allows you to confront and process your strong emotions without having to avoid or push them down. We are living in high-paced environments […]
5 Common Work-Related Stressors and How to Resolve Them
Does work stress have you feeling like something needs to change? Is the stress from your workplace creeping into your personal life? Work can be a source of income, connection, achievement, and pride. But it can also be a source of stress. Left unchecked, work-related stress can negatively impact the quality of our work and […]
A New Year, A New Beginning
Many of you may be grateful that 2020 is over. You are ready for better days, to conquer the world and make up for lost time. However, when I reflect back on 2020, I remember the year with (some) fondness. Here are the top lessons that 2020, the year of COVID-19 has taught me. Like […]
What’s the Difference Between a Psychologist and a Counsellor? What do I need?
Do I need a Psychologist or a Counsellor? This is a question I am often asked. The short answer is, it depends. But first, it would be helpful to summarize the similarities and the differences between the two. Counsellors / Therapists: Psychologists: So if you are seeking an assessment for a mental health diagnosis, it would make sense to see a […]
5 Tips on How to Choose the Right Therapist: What You Should Be Looking For
It’s a daunting task trying to find the right therapist. There are so many out there, how do you know which is right for you? Here are 5 tips on how to choose the right therapist. It might take a bit of time to do your research, but once you find the right person, it […]
5 Ways to Stay Sane at Home During the Pandemic
5 Ways to Stay Sane at Home During the Pandemic As we enter into our fourth month of social distancing and staying at home, we are forced to find a new normal in our life. Although we may be physically safe at home, some of us are starting to feel stir crazy. Most of our […]
The Biggest Mistake that Clients Make
After 20+ years of seeing clients, I’ve come to recognize the biggest and most common mistake that clients make. They want a quick fix to their problem and feel better right away. In other words, they want the band-aid approach to counselling. Understandably so, as none of us want to experience pain and suffering. This […]