My Elderly Mother is Consuming My Life
If you're feeling consumed by the responsibility, wondering "Why is my elderly mother consuming my life?" you're not alone. Discover coping strategies and find support at Access Therapy.
I Hate My Boyfriend's Mom. What Do I Do?
”I hate my boyfriend’s mom” is a more common thought than you might think. Here are strategies for communication, setting boundaries, and how to find common ground.
My Mom Has Dementia and She Hates Me. What Do I Do?
When you think, "My mom has dementia and she hates me,” learn the communication strategies and coping skills to make it more manageable.
My Life is So Boring and Lonely: What Do I Do?
Cultivate meaningful relationships, try new experiences, and find fulfillment. If you hear yourself saying “my life is so boring and lonely,” this is for you.
I Hate My Job, But It Pays Well. What Do I Do?
“I hate my job but it pays well:” A phrase many people are familiar with. But how will you know when to quit versus when to stick it out?
How to Heal from an Abusive Relationship
The biggest step in learning how to heal from an abusive relationship is to make sure you’re physically and emotionally safe.
Why Do I Hate Being a Mom?
If you feel yourself muttering “I hate being a mom” after another long, arduous day, you’re not alone. Here’s why you might be feeling this way– and how to get help.
What Are Some Good Therapy Goals For Depression?
If you’re looking for therapy goals for depression, you’re in the right place. Here are 4 great goals for you to set with your therapist.
Why Does My Wife Yell At Me?
If you’re asking yourself “Why does my wife yell at me?” explore some of why behind this behaviour and learn how to get help.
5 Signs Your Boyfriend Has Anger Issues (And How to Help)
Do you feel like your partner or boyfriend has anger issues? Here are some tell-tale signs to know he needs therapy (and how you can get help yourself).
How to Get Short-Term Disability for Your Anxiety or Depression
Interested in learning how to get short-term disability approved for anxiety and depression? Here’s everything you need to know!
How to Make Friends When You Have Social Anxiety
Wondering how to make friends when you have social anxiety? We're pulling back the curtain so you can learn a little more about social anxiety.
Why is Trauma Therapy So Hard?
Why is trauma therapy so hard? We’re breaking down why you might be struggling with your process in therapy and wants to seek further help.
Pros and Cons of DBT Therapy
If you've been wondering about the pros and cons of DBT, we're giving it to you straight, so you can find the care you need faster.
How to Answer "What Brings You to Therapy?"
New to therapy? Here's how to answer "what brings you to therapy," not just on your therapy form, but for yourself, too.
Gratitude as one of shame’s many faces.
Merely pretending to feel these emotions, like putting on a happy face or reluctantly making gratitude lists, doesn't actually foster these feelings. Instead, it can reinforce the neural pathways of shame, fostering feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness, and a sense of being flawed.
How CBT Can Help Manage Stress
In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a constant companion for many of us. The demands of work, family, and daily life can take a toll on our mental and emotional well-being.
A Beginner’s Guide to Self-Compassion
In our fast-paced, often self-critical world, the idea of self-compassion might sound like a foreign concept. What if we told you that learning to be kinder to yourself can actually lead to improved mental health and a happier, more fulfilled life?
Should I find therapy for my 6-year old?
Having awareness of your child’s mental health needs is admirable! You likely weren’t raised in a generation where mental health was an open topic and certainly not children’s mental health. You have probably had to cultivate a lot of self-awareness around your own mental health to be in a position to identify any potential issues in your child.