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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
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Aug 6, 2024


How to Navigate Grief: How to Cope and Build Resilience
Grief is a social emotion, and a transformative experience.
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Jul 2, 2024


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
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Jul 2, 2024


How to navigate and overcome Trauma and Addiction
Trauma can affect how your brain regulates emotions and decision-making.
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Jul 2, 2024


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
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Jul 2, 2024


Mindfulness Therapy: Navigating the Present for a Healthier Mind
In the world of mental health, mindfulness therapy stands out as a powerful tool for cultivating awareness and resilience.
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May 8, 2024


Unlocking Self-Healing: Exploring Internal Family Systems Therapy
Embark on a journey with us at Internal Family Systems therapy to harmonize your internal family and unlock a fulfilling life.
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May 8, 2024


Navigating the Post-Winter Holiday Blues: Therapeutic Tips for Strengthening Mental Health
If you're seeking ways to navigate this challenging period and bolster your mental well-being, consider these therapeutic suggestions.
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Dec 22, 2023


Six Ways to Safeguard Your Mental Well-being this Holiday Season
Here are six ways to safeguard your mental health during the holiday season, with a special emphasis on the benefits of seeking support.
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Nov 27, 2023


The Hidden Dangers of BetterHelp: Protecting Your Mental Health
Many people have seen the marketing and advertising of giant mental health platforms like BetterHelp.
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Sep 20, 2023


The Power of Secondary and Third Spaces - Social Connections Lead to Inner Healing
we unpack the importance of social gatherings and how spaces and places play an important role in our own mental health for Inner Healing.
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Aug 30, 2023


Daring Greatly Book Summary - Living Openly and Authentically
Brené Brown's "Daring Greatly" is a compelling invitation to embrace vulnerability, courage, and wholehearted living.
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Jun 21, 2023


What is Brainspotting? - Unlocking the Power of the Mind: A FAQ
What is Brainspotting therapy for?
Brainspotting is a therapy used to treat a range of emotional, stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues.
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Apr 5, 2023


Do I have Trauma? Most Canadians Have Experienced Trauma, But there is Hope
Most Canadians have experienced a traumatic event. In fact, according to Statistics Canada (2021), the number is close to two-thirds of Canadians. The source of trauma varies and can include child abuse, violence, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, vehicular accidents, natural disasters, military combat-related trauma, and more. But in all cases, despite the heaviness of psychological trauma, there is hope to endure. In this blog post, I want to provide a brief overvi
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Feb 3, 2023


What is Quiet Quitting?
Quiet quitting is a commitment to fulfilling one’s job roles and responsibilities, while not going above and beyond the call of duty.
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Jan 12, 2023


Getting the Most Out of Your Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT Therapy)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) enables individuals to use mindfulness skills to help them live in peace and harmony, keeping personal values high and encouraging psychological flexibility. Therapists that practice ACT, utilize those models in helping clients recognize solutions to manage, control and de-escalate emotional experiences that may create challenges. Once these challenges are recognized and addressed, the person now has more freedom to choose how they mi
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Dec 2, 2021


The Myths and Facts behind Panic Attack Treatment
Sometimes the most challenging part is feeling understood through the stigma and misconceptions of panic attacks. Panic attacks are abrupt and intense surges of anxiety or fear. They can be overwhelming and often have manifest in physical and emotional responses. While having a panic attack, you may tremble, sweat excessively, or feel difficulty in breathing. In extreme cases, people may experience chest pains and even feelings of detachment from reality during a panic attac
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Nov 15, 2021


Emotional Well-Being in the time of COVID-19: Self Care Advice from a Psychotherapist
Tips to help you stay resilient and maintain emotional well-being in this trying time.
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Apr 20, 2020
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