In recent years, there has been growing interest in psilocybin-assisted therapy as a novel approach to mental health treatment. Psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, has shown promise in clinical studies for conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. But what exactly...
In the complex landscape of relationships, whether with friends, family, or colleagues, the concepts of setting boundaries and putting up walls often become intertwined. Yet, understanding the crucial differences between these two approaches is vital for maintaining healthy connections and nurturing our mental well-being. Boundaries:...
In the intricate dance of human relationships, codependency can cast a shadow, affecting individuals in ways that may be subtle but impactful. Codependency is not just a term reserved for romantic relationships; it extends its reach to friendships, family dynamics, and even professional connections. This...
What exactly is your inner knowing? This is synonymous with what others might call self-confidence, intuition, trusting your gut, living in alignment, the voice within…Regardless of how we refer to it, being in touch with our inner knowing means that we look towards ourselves for...
In recent years, the landscape of mental health treatment has seen a remarkable shift, marked by innovative approaches and novel therapies. One such emerging treatment garnering attention is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). Unlike traditional therapeutic methods, KAP combines the administration of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic, with...
Recently I was interviewed by UpJourney , an awesome website that has a ton of resources on self-improvement, health and wellness, and overall optimal well-being. They offer a variety of courses, articles, and book lists so I highly recommend checking them out! The question they...
One of the questions I’ve been asked the most by my clients this month is, “so, have you seen that show on Netflix called Love Is Blind?” One of my guilty pleasures is all things reality T.V so my answer was a hard yes (yes...
Over the past two weeks we have looked at what exactly is trauma as well as all of the different ways it can impact our mind, body, and soul. This week we'll look at what trauma recovery can look like in the therapy room. It...
Last week we looked at what exactly is trauma. To review, the definition I tend to like the best is trauma is anything that we experienced that is less than nurturing. Trauma can apply to any situation in which we felt unprepared, violated, or out...
As more and more attention is getting brought to mental health, the word "trauma" has been thrown around quite a bit lately. There can be a lot of confusion on what exactly trauma it, how it impacts us, and how to best heal from it...
Contrary to what people may believe, all therapy does not look the same. There are a wide range of theories and techniques that therapists can utilize when working with clients. This can sometimes add another layer to the feeling of being overwhelmed that clients often...
Stress and anxiety have been deemed as the silent killer. Even with the knowledge of the many detrimental effects stress and anxiety can have on our well-being, it doesn’t change the fact that we are constantly being bombarded with stressor after stressor. While the pandemic...
What is the biggest trigger of stress and anxiety for you currently? For many people, the first response is “politics”. If we break down that question even further, what is it about politics that is causing you so much stress and anxiety? How much of...
Psychotherapy. What does that word bring up for you? Even if you haven’t personally attended therapy, chances are you have seen it portrayed on some sort of media outlet or know someone personally that has gone to therapy. As mental health is becoming destigmatized, we...
Sleep-related disturbances are probably listed as the number one general complaint my clients express. Some have a hard time falling asleep. Some can’t stay asleep. Others feel that they can fall asleep and stay asleep, but when morning comes they still feel exhausted. If you...
I’m sure this is not the first time you have heard about the importance of mindfulness. Whether it’s social media, magazines, the internet, app stores, mindfulness is all the rage. If you look at the research, there are some pretty amazing things that can happen...
If you have seen any of my social media posts, you’ve probably recognized by now that I preach authenticity over and over again. So, why am I so passionate about authenticity? As they say, therapists are the wounded healers. Some people are surprised to hear...
Over the next few weeks I will be constructing posts that focus on relationship betrayals. Throughout this series, we will look at what exactly is a relationship betrayal, reasons that betrayals occur, and how to strengthen romantic relationships. Our first segment is going to look...
I recently had the honor of contributing to a blog post created by Soul-Centred Psychotherapist and Eating Psychology Specialist, Jodie Gale . In honor of National Psychotherapy Day (September 25), the article focused on the importance of weekly therapy sessions. I was so excited to...
As we continue with our segment on betrayals in couples, today we are taking a deeper look at affairs that occur within the context of an "unhappy" relationship. One could argue that “scandal” is the word that sums up 2018. While these scandals vary in...
It is very common for people to feel anxious or apprehensive about going to therapy. By the time my clients find themselves in my office, this anxiety may have delayed them for years in giving themselves permission to ask for help. If they have never...
Last week we looked at what exactly is trauma and how do we know if our brain perceived an experience as traumatic or not? This week we are going to look at how adults with unresolved childhood trauma are typically affected. When I meet with...
Trauma is often misunderstood, minimized, and masked by physical and emotional symptoms. Over the next three weeks, we will take a deeper look at trauma. Specifically, we will look at the difference between negative and traumatic memories, how trauma affects adults, and what trauma recovery...