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Sometimes the issue isn’t that you don’t know what you’re feeling — it’s that talking about it doesn’t seem to move anything. Many adults arrive in therapy thoughtful, self-aware, and capable of explaining their experiences clearly. And still, something feels unresolved. When people start asking what art therapy is, it’s often not because they want […]

As the seasons shift and life starts to quiet, many people notice a deep tiredness setting in. You may feel your body asking for rest — yet slowing down feels impossible. You might think, “If I stop moving, I’ll fall apart,” or “I’ve finally regained momentum — I can’t lose it now.” But what if […]

I took a much-needed vacation last summer and ventured off on my own to Europe. It was a long-awaited trip, as I grew up with posters and figurines of the Eiffel Tower, screensavers of canals from Amsterdam, and postcards of the Big Ben. Needless to say, I was excited and nervous to backpack a new […]

This blog is being written during the time of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, however it is intended to apply to e-counselling at any time. Telephone and virtual counselling are a blessing to many, and many of my clients prefer it. Some benefits include: easier scheduling hours that fit in with your daily activities, no need to commute, and enhanced comfort with sessions in your own home, office or in the community.

Photo by Huy Phan on Unsplash Have you ever read a book that helped you understand so much more about why your relationships failed? This was the case when I checked out “Attached” by Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel S.F. Heller. Levine and Heller offer a simplified, scientific explanation of adult attachment and dating styles and how that it […]

With so many apps available in the app store, knowing where to start, which reviews to trust and what is actually recommended by real mental health professionals can be confusing. Read Ashley’s review of mental health apps.

So where does this virtual reality journey start?… When I was younger, I often daydreamed of stepping into alternate realities. I think it’s pretty typical of a carefree child to dream about imagined worlds and fantasies, especially with books like Harry Potter and role-playing video games occupying so much of my mind and time. There […]