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Finding Time for Each Other Amidst the Chaos

Posted on: Monday, September 16th, 2024 under blog

As the busy season gets underway, it can be tough to balance your packed schedule with finding time for your loved ones. Just like achieving a goal takes steady effort, nurturing a positive relationship to build your support system requires intention and care! Despite the whirlwind of daily responsibilities, burnout or stress, carving out time […]

Embracing The Transition to Fall

Posted on: Thursday, September 5th, 2024 under blog

The transition from the leisurely pace of summer to the structured demands of school, university, family obligations, extracurricular activities, and work often brings a flurry of emotions, from excitement and anticipation to stress and anxiety. For many families, this period is especially poignant as young children start full-time kindergarten for the first time, adding another […]

Pursue Happiness

Posted on: Monday, August 19th, 2024 under blog

Have you ever determined to achieve something, worked steadily at it, and finally got it! Happiness is the same way; it can be obtained. You may have heard the saying it takes more muscles to smile than to frown. There is some work involved in being happy. And the reward is great. First, let yourself […]

How to Manage When a Partner is Struggling with Depression

Posted on: Monday, October 2nd, 2023 under blog

Is my partner, ok? Now that you can recognize the signs of depression, you may be wondering if your partner is struggling with it. You may be feeling frustrated that your efforts to get them going are not yielding lasting results. It feels like two steps forward and then we are right back to where […]

Hypnosis Continued – FAQs

Posted on: Tuesday, June 27th, 2023 under blog

Frequently Asked Questions about Hypnotherapy Does hypnotherapy work?Scientific evidence supporting the benefits of hypnotherapy has been limited but is growing.The research on hypnosis for treating pain, irritable bowel syndrome and post traumatic stressdisorder symptoms has shown strong evidence. Can anyone be hypnotized?Each person differs in their ability to be hypnotized. A person’s fears […]

Hypnosis – How it works and myths busted!

Posted on: Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 under blog

Hypnosis is a natural state of deep relaxation and focused attention into a deep state of focuswith verbal cues, repetition and imagery guided by a trained clinician or hypnotherapist. How does hypnosis work? Under hypnosis, the intense level of concentration and deep state of focus allows the individualto ignore ordinary distractions and be […]

Mental Health Awareness

Posted on: Sunday, May 14th, 2023 under blog

Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event that recognizes the importance of emotional, mental, and psychological well-being. For over two decades, this week has promoted techniques for reducing stress, highlighting the value of mental health support, and educating the public about various types of mental illness. In addition, mental health advocacy has developed over […]

Autism Awareness

Posted on: Thursday, April 13th, 2023 under blog

Every year all over the world, the month of April is observed as Autism Awareness Month. We take this time to focus on providing and sharing knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder. The goal of spreading awareness is to convey the message that people with Autism are often misread, misinterpreted and dismissed in our society when […]

March 8th is International Women’s Day

Posted on: Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 under blog

“Women are the real architects of society” – Laura Formisano Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day is observed and celebrated to spread the message of gender equality to create a better society, free of gender bias. This day celebrates and empowers women, addressing issues such as women’s equality, violence and abuse […]

Black History Month

Posted on: Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 under blog

February is an exciting month in 2023! Not only is February Psychology Month, but it is also Black History Month here in Canada. Throughout February we are celebrating the incredible accomplishments and contributions of Black Canadians, and the diversity, complexity, and beauty that they bring to our nation. During this month and every month we […]