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If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no, overwhelmed by others’ needs, or unsure how to communicate your limits, this book is essential reading. And in therapy, boundary work often becomes a cornerstone of healing — because peace begins when you stop abandoning yourself to keep others comfortable.

Many individuals from Immigrant Asian family systems carry the weight of emotional patterns and traumas that span generations. This article explores what intergenerational trauma looks like, why you may feel guilt or confusion toward caregiving parents, and how therapy can be a powerful tool for healing. We highlight three foundational books—It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolynn, Will I Ever Be Good Enough? by Karyl McBride, and Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Pa

We all carry the imprint of our families of origin. It shapes how we express emotions, how we cope with stress, what we expect from intimacy, and even often without realizing, how we show up with our children.

Your Story Counselling offers unique practicum opportunities for student therapists across Ontario through our Affordable Therapy York Region initiative. With partnerships at leading universities, double the required supervision hours, and hands-on experience with diverse clients, we create a supportive environment for future clinicians. Learn more about our placement cycles, supervision model, and how to apply.

At Your Story Counselling, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality, compassionate mental health care—regardless of their financial situation. Over the years, one of the most common challenges we’ve heard from individuals and families is the difficulty of finding therapy that is both affordable and accessible.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Will my insurance cover therapy?”—you’re not alone. The good news? More insurance providers than ever are now offering direct billing for psychotherapy, making it easier and more affordable to access mental health care.

Teen mental health matters. This blog explores the unique benefits of therapy for adolescents and provides practical tips for parents who want to support their teens through anxiety, emotional ups and downs, and life transitions. Learn how to start meaningful conversations and how to encourage your teen to try counselling—plus how Your Story Counselling can help.

Finding an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist in York Region is essential for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community seeking mental health care that is safe, inclusive, and culturally competent. This guide highlights how to find affirming clinicians, the values of Your Story Counselling’s anti-oppressive stance, and where to find community support through organizations like Rainbow Health Ontario, ACAS, AQUA, and Pflag York Region.

The word “neurodivergent” is showing up more and more—in schools, workplaces, on social media—but what does it really mean? And how do you know if it applies to you? Whether you’re newly exploring the concept or have long suspected your brain works a little differently, this guide will help you understand neurodivergence and how therapy can support you.

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在Your Story Counselling，我们深知语言和文化理解是有效治疗的关键要素。因此，我们为约克地区多元社群提供普通话和粤语心理治疗服务。

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Explore BIPOC and culturally sensitive therapy, fostering a safe space to address systemic challenges with culturally informed care

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

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

World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the importance of mental health care and to advocate for a more access