How is Procrastination Related to Perfectionism?
We’ve all probably had someone tell us that “you just need to work harder”, like it was supposed to motivate you to get off the couch (or devices) to do something. I’ve been working with students of all ages for many years and have come across a common theme for students who’ve seem to have […]
10 Mistakes You May Be Making to Perpetuate Your Depression
When a new client tells me about their depression, they often wonder why they aren’t getting any better or perhaps even getting worse. Some have been taking antidepressants for years or even decades, but haven’t seen much improvement. The psych-illogical thing is, your depression doesn’t magically disappear by taking antidepressants. You have to deal with […]
Be Your Own Therapist with this Technique!
Written by: Dr. Nardeen Awadalla, PsyD, Doctoral Clinician Sometimes it can feel like life is happening to you and you’re trying to keep your head above water. In times like this, while it might look like everything is fine on the outside, you might be feeling dissatisfied or uneasy on the inside without really knowing […]
Take Control of Your Panic Attacks in 6 Simple Steps
Panic attacks can happen out of the blue and feel terrifying. They are a sudden and intense fear when there is no clear danger. Panic attacks can be triggered or spontaneous. Often your heart is racing, you’re struggling to breathe, you feel light headed and dizzy, you have chest pain and a fear of being […]
6 Creative Ways to be With Your Anger!
Have you been told “anger is bad”, or “people who are angry are out of control”, or “if you express your anger, you will be rejected”? Anger Gets a Bad Rap Anger is actually a healthy response to having your boundaries crossed – telling you what is ok and what is not ok. For example, anger teaches […]
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 […]
How Does the Beauty Industry Negatively Impact our Mental Health Without us Even Realizing it?
Interview w/ Dr. Gloria Lee, Clinical Psychologist Last Fall Dr. Lee did an Interview with Demee Kochon Beauty and Mental Health, we wanted to share an excerpt from Demee’s article. What is the role of beauty in life? We are all intrinsically attracted to beauty. The human brain is designed to enjoy and appreciate things […]
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 […]
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 […]
How Couple Therapy Helps to “Fix” Your Communication Issues
Most of my couples come to me citing “communication issues”. This means a variety of things: when we talk, we either fight or I don’t feel understood; I feel like we’re on a completely different page; I don’t even know HOW to talk to my partner anymore; I feel so distant from him/her, it’s like we’re […]