Men’s Mental Health Breaking the Stigma Despite so many strides to eradicate the stigma of mental health struggles, mental health can still elicit feelings of shame and weakness. Men, in particular, still struggle to escape the enculturated beliefs that expressing their emotions are unmanly, leaning into viewpoints that ADHD, anxiety,...
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New Year’s Goals
Setting New Year’s Goals: Honouring Winter and Tuning into Yourself Every January, the world seems to shout, “New Year, New You!” The pressure to reinvent ourselves can feel overwhelming, with promises of transformation and productivity filling every corner of our lives. But what if we took a different approach this...
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Navigating Grief During the Holidays: Finding Hope and Healing Amidst Loss
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 Many teens with ADHD experience ups and downs in friendships. While neurodivergent teens often encounter social challenges, they can also enjoy meaningful friendships, which can provide a sense of belonging, boost self-esteem, and act as a buffer against bullying and...
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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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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.
