Parenting Childhood Anxiety - 7 Tips
Childhood anxiety is a common experience, in this blog post we discuss ways that parents can support their children through these times.
How Sunshine Affects Symptoms of Depression
Sunshine and depression, there’s a reason that you feel better in the warm and sunny months.
From chaos to calm: Three strategies for navigating intrusive thoughts
Although we cannot stop our minds from thinking, we do not have to believe everything we think. Learning to separate ourselves from our thoughts can cultivate a greater sense of mental calm and wellbeing.
The power of connection: Understanding attachment style and its impact on mental health
As humans, we are wired for connection. What is your attachment style and how can you cultivate more secure and fulfilling relationships?
4 Reasons Why Emotions Matter.
Maybe you resent feeling emotions; they are overwhelming and often confusing. Or you struggle to feel any kind of emotion at all. But, why does it matter and what good are emotions anyway?
Living well with ADHD: 6 tips for coping and thriving
With the right support and strategies, individuals with ADHD can cope and even thrive in their daily lives.
5 signs that it may be time to seek help for your depression
Depression is a serious mental health condition and leading cause of disability worldwide.
What is emotional regulation?
Emotions are a fundamental part of the human experience. Sometimes, however, emotions can become overwhelming, leading us to feel out of control.
Can cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) help my anxiety?
Yes, CBT is an effective first-line treatment for anxiety! CBT is a form of talk therapy that focuses on identifying, challenging, and changing negative thought and behaviour patterns that contribute to anxiety.
6 evidence-based ways to shift your mood now
Feeling good is an important part of wellbeing. In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget to make our wellbeing a priority.
6 common ADHD myths and misconceptions
From 'ADHD only affects children' to the beliefs that it results from bad parenting, the myths abound.
Why don't I enjoy the things I used to?
The ability to feel pleasure is central to our motivation system, so when we lose that skill a domino effect often follows.
Is it stress or anxiety?
Do you know that difference between stress and anxiety and what they mean in your body?
Is my anxiety normal?
Anxiety has its function and purpose, but sometimes it can get out of hand. Can you identify where that line might be for you?
What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychotherapist?
Each type of practitioner has different skills and training, but how do you figure out which one is best for you and what you need?
If my partner doesn’t want to do couples counselling, should I try individual therapy on my own?
Ideally you and your partner will attend therapy together to deal with the dynamics of the relationship, but that's not always possible. Individual therapy for relationship issues can help.
Let’s Talk - Preventative Mental Healthcare for ALL!
On Bell Let's Talk Day, what can should the mental healthcare conversation involve?
How much therapy does my insurance cover?
Insurance benefits come out of your pay, but how can you use them for therapy or make them go farther than they typically might?
4 Tips for Reducing Nighttime Anxiety
The effects of nighttime anxiety can be devastating for your wellbeing, but what can be done about that nagging voice in the void of silence?
What is Mental Wellness?
From illness to wellness where does your mental wellbeing fall? How can you move yourself along the spectrum?