Navigating Grief During the Holidays: Finding Hope and Healing Amidst Loss As a mental health professional, I often hear from clients about the unique challenges the holiday season brings when grief is part of their journey. As someone who has navigated complex grief in my own life, I have also...
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Is Your Teen Struggling with Social Anxiety?
Is Your Teen Struggling with Social Anxiety? Adolescence is a time of significant change and development, but for many teens, it can also be a time of increased anxiety, especially when it comes to social interactions. Social anxiety is more than just being shy or nervous; it can manifest as...
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What is ARFID?
What is ARFID? ARFID stands for “avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder” and is classified as a fairly new eating disorder in the DSM-5. When most of us think of an eating disorder, we believe it to be related to negative body image. ARFID has nothing to do with an individual’s negative...
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Friendships for Kids with ADHD: A Guide for Parents
Navigating Friendships for Kids with ADHD: A Guide for Parents For teens with ADHD, friendships can be a unique but essential part of life. While neurodivergent teens often encounter social challenges, they also benefit immensely from meaningful friendships, which can provide a sense of belonging, boost self-esteem, and act as...
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OCD in Children, Youth, and Families
OCD in Children, Youth, and Families Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is something that many people struggle with, from children and adolescents to older adults. It is characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, which are repetitive and serve to alleviate anxiety and prevent harm. Although OCD usually begins in childhood or...
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New! Longboarding Experiential Group
Longboarding for Mental Health Balance, flow state, the mind-body connection, taking brave action… these are all ideas that our clinicians explore with clients in their sessions frequently. What if we could take to the outdoors and actually experience these ideas firsthand instead of just talking about them? We are so...
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Therapy in Nature
Walk, Talk & Play Therapy: A Breath of Fresh Air In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and connection can seem like an impossible feat, especially for busy parents and their children. But what if I told you that the path to healing and harmony lies just beyond your...
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Understanding the Magic of Play Therapy for Kids
Unlocking Healing Through Play: Understanding the Magic of Play Therapy for Kids Are you considering therapy or counselling for your child? When they face challenges or struggle with their emotions, it's natural for parents to want to help them flourish and grow. But sometimes, it can be challenging to know how...
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Free Mini E-Course for Parents of Anxious Kids
We know it can be hard as a parent to know if your child is having issues with anxiety. In this 5-part series, we uncover ways you can help your child and family members ease worry and increase confidence.
