What is Executive Function and How Does it Impact Individuals With ADHD?
Similar to the role of an executive within a company, executive functions are responsible for receiving, processing, and disseminating information. These processes can be impaired in individuals with ADHD, but they can be effectively treated!
So you want to find a therapist in Hamilton…but how and what to say??
We’ll breakdown some of the most common ways that people find therapists, and then get into the questions to consider before you make that initial call or write the initial email so that you feel prepared for the first interaction.
End of Summer Blues: Navigating Depression as the Season Changes
For some individuals, the end of summer can trigger a sense of melancholy and sadness that lingers like a stubborn cloud.
Book Review: Polysecure by Jessica Fern
An honest review of the book Polysecure. Thinking about how non-monogamy and attachment theory collide?
Common Fears and Obstacles to Starting Couples Therapy
Starting couples therapy can be a big and anxiety provoking step for people. In this blog we tackle the common fears and their antidotes.
4 strategies for navigating change and uncertainty
Change and uncertainty are inevitable aspects of life that can significantly impact our mental well-being.
Will my therapist be mad at me? And Other Anxiety-Induced Therapy Fears
Starting, pausing, stopping and restarting therapy is a normal part of the healing journey. In this blog we tackle some of the fears that anxiety sparks in these scenarios.
The Importance of Starting Anger Management Therapy
Anger management therapy offers a transformative path towards healthier emotional regulation and a more fulfilling life.
The Impact of Anger on Relationships
Whether it's a fleeting moment of frustration or a prolonged state of simmering rage, anger can negatively impact our connections with loved ones, friends, and even colleagues.
The Impact of a Parent's Anger on Parent-Child Relationships
Uncontrolled anger can strain communication, erode trust, and hinder the emotional well-being of both parent and child.
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?
CBT is an effective first-line treatment for anxiety! It helps identify, challenge, and change negative thought and behavior patterns.
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.