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Heal Your Holiday Connections: How CBT and Attachment Theory Can Transform Your Relationships

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Dec 4

Heal Your Holiday Connections: How CBT and Attachment Theory Can Transform Your Relationships

Discover how CBT and attachment theory can deepen your relationships this holiday season. Build trust, heal bonds, and connect meaningfully.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Coping with the Impact of Shorter Days on Mental Health

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Nov 5

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Coping with the Impact of Shorter Days on Mental Health

As November ushers in cooler temperatures and shorter days, many of us in Canada begin to feel the impact of seasonal changes on our...

Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Sexual Intimacy and Identity

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Sep 11

Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Sexual Intimacy and Identity

Discover how trauma can deeply affect sexual intimacy and identity. Learn how therapy can help individuals and couples heal and build health

How to Build a Better Relationship with your Immigrant Parents

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Aug 6

How to Build a Better Relationship with your Immigrant Parents

Whether you are a student, young adult, or starting your own family, here are some tips to help you build stronger, healthier relationships

The Benefits of Working with a Psychotherapist in your Area - Working with a Markham Counsellor

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Aug 6

The Benefits of Working with a Psychotherapist in your Area - Working with a Markham Counsellor

If you are looking for mental health support, consider the benefits of working with a Markham psychotherapist who understands your community

How to Navigate Grief: How to Cope and Build Resilience

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Jul 2

How to Navigate Grief: How to Cope and Build Resilience

Grief is a social emotion, and a transformative experience.

Anxiety and Depression: What is underneath it all?

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Jul 2

Anxiety and Depression: What is underneath it all?

Finding an appropriate way to fully express anger can be a challenge when you have not learned how to do this growing up

How to navigate and overcome Trauma and Addiction

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Jul 2

How to navigate and overcome Trauma and Addiction

Trauma can affect how your brain regulates emotions and decision-making.

Beyond Pride Month: Continuing the Legacy of LGBTQ2+ Celebration and Support

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Jul 2

Beyond Pride Month: Continuing the Legacy of LGBTQ2+ Celebration and Support

As June and Pride Month come to a close, it's essential to remember that celebrating and embracing the LGBTQ2+ community should extend far

Affordable Therapy Options in York Region: Quality Care at Accessible Rates

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Jul 2

Affordable Therapy Options in York Region: Quality Care at Accessible Rates

Finding affordable therapy options in York Region can be a challenge, but it’s not impossible.

Rumination: Understanding its Causes, Effects, and Solutions

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Jun 7

Rumination: Understanding its Causes, Effects, and Solutions

Understanding Rumination causes, effects, and types is crucial for developing strategies to manage and overcome it.

How to Find a Therapist: Your First-Time Guide

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Jun 7

How to Find a Therapist: Your First-Time Guide

Feeling the need to talk to someone? Here's how to get started with therapy in Ontario.

Discovering Your Story: What is Narrative Therapy?

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Apr 11

Discovering Your Story: What is Narrative Therapy?

Let's embark on a journey to understand the roots, principles, and transformative potential of Narrative Therapy.

Cracking the Code: Understanding Stonewalling and Signs of a Toxic Relationship

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Apr 1

Cracking the Code: Understanding Stonewalling and Signs of a Toxic Relationship

Let's unpack what stonewalling is, how it may be linked to toxicity or narcissism, and most importantly

Navigating Relationship Storms: Identifying and Tackling Communication Red Flags - Insights from John Gottman

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Feb 7

Navigating Relationship Storms: Identifying and Tackling Communication Red Flags - Insights from John Gottman

Learn about Gottman therapy's Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and its antidotes in this article!

How to Use Social Media Safely for your Mental Health

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Jun 7, 2023

How to Use Social Media Safely for your Mental Health

Social media can be a great way to connect with others and find support, but it can also have negative effects on our mental health.

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May 3, 2023

Spring Cleaning for Mental Health

Spring is a great time to declutter and organize your home, and this process can also have positive effects on mental health. In this...

What Is Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Therapy?

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Apr 5, 2023

What Is Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Therapy?

Psychoanalytic therapy aims to help people gain better understanding of the thoughts, feelings, and conflicts that influence their behavior

10 Tips to Enjoy a Stress and Anxiety Free Holiday Season

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Dec 6, 2022

10 Tips to Enjoy a Stress and Anxiety Free Holiday Season

More than 3 million people in Canada suffer from anxiety disorders. Anxiety and stress are often very consistent problems, but they tend...

Am I Drinking Too Much? Should I Seek Alcohol Addiction Counselling?

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Nov 3, 2022

Am I Drinking Too Much? Should I Seek Alcohol Addiction Counselling?

The recent pandemic, financial stress, wanting to escape reality for a night, peer pressure and social norms are all some reasons why...

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