The power of connection has been linked to helping people to maintain a state of mental and physical well-being, while lowering symptoms of anxiety and depression. Studies have found that fueling a connection to anything that we find value in, can help enhance our overall well-being and quality of life, enabling us to feel interconnected with the world, prompting deep sensations that make one feel ‘alive’. What lights you up?
Read MoreHave you ever found yourself in a gloomy or stressful mood, suddenly interrupted by the warm sun on your face or a quick visual of some beautiful greenery? Can you visualize how one of these subtle interruptions may have had an influence on this gloom or stress? There are scientific reasons for these natural calming and feel-good moments, and we’re here to break down how incorporating the use of nature therapy into our everyday lives can enhance our overall well-being.
Read MoreYou may know Amanda as one of the friendly faces that greet you when you arrive (or call or email!) the office. Did you know she’s also a graduate student, that she’s lead a conference on rare diseases, and that like many of us she regularly presses the snooze button on her alarm?
Read MoreWhether or not we have reached the extreme end of the burnout experience, it is beneficial to understand and be aware of the concept before we reach a point of such emotional depletion. It is important to listen to our body and recognize where we might fit on the burnout scale, helping us to “catch it before it spreads”.
Read MoreMarie practices Reiki and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy with our office and focuses on supporting your whole body and mind wellness. Learn more about her here!
Read More“In the last week of my 30’s, approaching the big 4-0, I have been realizing there is a lot to be grateful for in my past, but so much more to look forward to ahead.” Sarah Penny shares her thoughts and reflections on this milestone in her life, and offers some suggestions for those looking to reflect on their past while looking to their future.
Read MoreCelebrating small wins is an impactful strategy towards uplifting our overall quality of life. Who doesn’t love the experience of joy, big or small? Who doesn’t love feeling purposeful and productive? How do we reach our BIG goals, without reaching our little goals in the process?
Read MoreLiving in such a digital age, it should come as no surprise that there are tons of apps out there dedicated to Mental Health. The difficulty might come in when trying to decide which is the right one for you. Our lovely MSW Intern Maddy downloaded and reviewed the most suggested apps to discover which might be worth a download.
Read MoreKelsey is one of the newest additions to our team, with experience in emotion-focused family therapy, parent support, and life-transitions. Kelsey is a big advocate for self-compassion, for herself and for clients. Read more here!
Read MoreWith the Holiday Season upon us, many might be feeling burnout already. It can be easy to become overwhelmed by all of the business, while also trying to find moments of calm and cheer! We thought it might be helpful to put together some tips on how to find joy, while focusing on your own wellness, throughout the season!
Read MoreWhat comes to mind when we hear the word trauma? This blog is focused on the fact that a LOT of things can be traumatic, and that Big T traumas are just as worth of support as little t traumas.
Read MoreDhara is our most recent intern-turned-therapist, and has quite the range of experiences! Read this interview conducted while Dhara was completing her internship to learn more about her growth!
Read MoreReiki (pronounced ray-key) is a gentle alternative energy modality where the Universal Life Force energy is offered with the intention of healing for our highest good. Marie walks us through what you can expect from an in person or online appointment, and what benefits you might notice.
Read MoreA safety plan can be useful in all sorts of situations. It can be helpful for people experiencing suicidal ideation or urges to self-harm, for people who are dealing with abuse or unsafe situations at home or school, and for people dealing with maladaptive coping strategies who may be put in situations that tempt them to act on their thoughts.
Read MoreMeet Ashley Davidson, MSW RSW, one of our lovely therapists! Get to know more about her interests and what she might be doing if she weren’t a therapist in this interview with her!
Read MoreHave you ever heard of tapping - aka emotional freedom technique? Its one of the specialties offered at our clinic. You can be coached through it in session by a therapist or be trained on how to practice at home. For more information, reach out to Dhara Thaver who wrote this article!
Read MoreMeet Toni Lui, MSW RSW. In addition to working as a social worker and psychotherapist at our office, she also works on the frontline in a Toronto hospital and has some tips for coping with self-care during COVID-19.
Read MoreRecently we released the news of our upcoming MBCT Program, and many of you have inquired about what MBCT is, and what is involved in the program we are offering. Ashley Davidson, one of the facilitators, took some time to sit down with us and further shed some light on this very exciting program!
Read MoreJessica is one of our lovely psychotherapists, who, as an animal lover herself, incorporates animal assisted therapies as one of the many modalities she offers to explore with her clients. Check out her profile to read more about her experiences!
Read MoreWhere does mindfulness come in? The primary aim of mindfulness practice is to reduce human psychological suffering by shifting our attention to the present moment so we can attend to “what’s coming up” and do so in a compassionate, gentle way. We can miss a lot when running on autopilot or when pushing away thoughts. What we tend to miss is how much stress may be building over the course of a day; what our emotional needs may be; and the pleasant things going on around us.
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