The Journal
Read the latest articles on mental health and the benefits of therapy. Discover curated tools and recommended resources to support you on your journey of self discovery.
Couples Therapy Should Be Re-Named “Relationship Education”
It’s natural to be a little nervous during any therapy consultation, but for couples therapy they can be a little more nervousness inducing because of the popular - but incorrect - impression that couples therapy is for a partnership in crisis. This blog post explores what couples therapy is not and why we believe everyone should do it.
Trauma Therapy Isn’t Just “Telling Your Story”
Trauma therapy is often misunderstood as simply a space to recount painful memories and “telling your story” is taken for evidence of having processed trauma. This is simply not the case - let’s explore trauma responses, how “telling your story” fits differently into each individual’s journey, and where it might fit in a trauma therapy process.
What does Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy mean? How Current Therapy Approaches for Autistic Adults May Unintentionally Harm
Therapy can unintentionally harm neurodivergent clients; here’s how…
Cultivating Emotional Balance: Worksheet + Video Guidance
A mini workshop on Cultivating Emotional Balance! We use Paul and Eve Ekman's concept of an "emotion timeline" and a discovery worksheet designed by Kathryn Flynn to help you increase your self awareness, gain insight into your experience, and develop mastery over your emotions.
Free Workshops for Parents of Gender Diverse Teens
Sign up for our free workshops for parents or caregivers of gender diverse/trans teenagers. Get the support you need with workshops and therapy in west Ottawa or online in Ontario.
Should I Take Medication for Anxiety?
Considerations for whether to take anti-anxiety medication or not.
Preparing for Parenthood: Key Conversations for Expecting Couples
If you need support having important conversations with your partner before labour and life with a new baby, you can print off a PDF of these vital topics and conversation questions so you feel prepared and on the same page.
What If My Teen Doesn’t Want to Go to Therapy?
It’s normal for teens to express resistance or worries about starting therapy. If you’re a parent of a resistant teen, here’s how you can talk with them about therapy…
7 Tips for Teaching Kids about Money
7 Tips for Teaching Kids About Money. Don’t let this potentially emotional issue prevent you from talking and exploring money with your kids. Set them up for future success with these tips!
What is Brainspotting?
What is Brainspotting? An explanation and introduction of Brainspotting as a compassionate, efficient therapy for trauma and beyond.
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