
Mental Health Therapy
What Is Mental Health? Medical providers define mental health as a person’s psychological, emotional and social well-being. Many of us will experience temporary challenges to
This blog is a way to share information about mental health and learn strategies directly from therapists as the blogs are written by therapists. Please be advised that these blogs are NOT intended to replace any current or on-going medical advise and a relationship with a mental health professional.
What Is Mental Health? Medical providers define mental health as a person’s psychological, emotional and social well-being. Many of us will experience temporary challenges to
Medical researchers have found close links between eye health and mental health. People with vision impairments often develop mental health problems like anxiety and depression
Have you ever heard the saying “men don’t cry”? Where does this notion even start? In fact it seems that this saying permeates across cultures,
D.W. Winnicott, a British pediatrician psychoanalyst said having a “good enough” childhood is adequate for us to grow up to be well-adjusted adults. In other
You have probably heard the word “ intergenerational trauma” or a “ generational curse”? In the last few years, these terms have become part of
1 in 5 Canadians will experience a number of mental and physical health difficulties in their lifetime and the transgender community is no exception. However
The month of February is marked by LOVE with the celebration of Valentine’s Day across the world and in Alberta- Family day. We want to
As we venture into a new year, we have an opportunity to start afresh and set course to a new path. but we can not
Once December hits, our senses go into overload. We see and hear Christmas themes everywhere. We smell nutmeg and roasted chestnuts in the air. We
Disclaimer: this article will discuss sensitive information that may be triggering, please find resources below for support. Intimate partner violence (IPV) and is a form
Life changes like getting married, getting a new house and getting pregnant are exciting and yet are often overlook as it is also stressful and
As the world gears up for back to school, a new way of life while we continue to deal with the pandemic. It has become
The first person to suspect there is an issue in this area, is usually a family member or a close friend. Have you ever wondered
“In any given year, 1 in 5 Canadians experiences a mental illness or addiction problem”(CAMH, n.d). Alcohol, cannabis, and drugs are used by some to
There are many reasons why people migrate from one place to another but the common reason is to improve quality of life or to escape
When I was thinking about writing this blog post, I reached out to the world’s most trusted consultant “google”. I was really curious about some
Being a parent of three children and working with different parents from all walks of life, parents who feel stuck with their children and unsure
I have no vendetta against genuinely happy couples, in fact I admire them, I am happy for them and I want my children to be
When was the last time you said am “Sorry” and meant it? It has been said, it’s the Canadian thing-we say sorry for just about
You’ve probably heard of Gary Chapman’s 5 love languages, which according to him, is how we prefer to communicate love. For many couples, learning about
As the holiday season approaches and the restrictions of socially distancing continue to be in place, it is becoming evident that this holiday season will
Less than 2 weeks ago, American rapper Cardi B filed for a divorce from her husband, Migos rapper Offset. The couple had been on again,