Receiving a mental health diagnosis as an adult can bring up many emotions, all of which are valid and normal.
Counsellors keep a close eye on metrics to look at progress. Recording and storing notes is mandatory to ensure you’re getting the best care. So what do we track behind the scenes to help you heal faster?
March is nutrition month, a great time to center our focus on what we’re putting in our bodies. The food we eat doesn’t just affect physical health; it can also affect mood and cognition.
The science behind antidepressants is fascinating, and has helped millions of people to lessen their mental illness symptoms.Â
Feeling stuck or frozen when faced with a task list is commonly known as “task paralysis.” It can arise for a variety of reasons, and can happen to anybody. So what’re the causes, and what can you do?Â
From getting ready in the morning to after-school meltdowns, school can be a big stressor for parents of neurodivergent children. If school feels like a daily battle, here is how therapy can help you and your child.
No matter how tired you feel, you struggle to actually fall (and maybe stay) asleep. So why is it that you can feel exhausted but can’t sleep?
You’ve been journaling, exercising, eating well, meditating… yet still you’ve been feeling drained, numb and irritable. Why does this happen, even when you’re doing everything “right?”
While the media is a great way to stay caught up with events around the globe, it can also be detrimental to mental health when consumed in large quantities.
Maybe you’ve been feeling not-so-much like yourself, or noticing that daily life is more difficult than usual. But, how do you know if it’s time to try therapy?
Holidays are often filled with spending time with family, relaxation, giving and receiving gifts, and celebration. So why do so many people feel an increase in stress around this time of year?
You’ve probably heard of a panic attack before. The mirage of symptoms can be frightening, and sometimes misinterpreted as a heart attack or even stroke. Around 4% of Canadians will experience one in their lifetime. So what does a panic attack feel like?