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Self-worth: “I’m a Pretty Great Catch!”
Why Do I Feel So Worthless? Breaking up from a romance or going through separation and divorce knocks us down emotionally. These tough times can even increase negative self-talk, lowering our self-esteem. We invested so much of ourselves that when...
What Is CBT All About?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) highlights the important connections between an individual’s thoughts, feelings and behaviours. These personal qualities, along with a systemic focus, an assessment of the person’s bio psychosocial influences...
Consider A Holistic Approach to Depression
Medication: One Possible Tool For Your Arsenal? Many may be hesitant to take medication for depression; it is sometimes incorrectly perceived as a personal weakness. When we sprain an ankle or dislocate an arm, we require crutches or braces for...
Therapy Can’t Help Me!
Doubts Are Normal... You're Not Alone “What is some stranger going to tell me about my life that I don’t already know?” “Do I really have to lie on a couch and tell this guy about my dreams?” “My partner already judges me, why go to...
Why Co-Parent with Someone I Don’t Like?
Post Separation Thoughts and Behaviours Really Matter Let’s consider why we think we may have a difficult time co-parenting with our ex-partners: She/he has an addiction and refuses to get help. Who knows who she/he will have around my child?...
Parenting a Child with Autism: It’s a Different Ball Game
Discover How To Play It Well Receiving the confirmation of the diagnosis that our child has an Autism Spectrum Disorder brings with it a wide array of emotional and cognitive upheaval. There may be initial shock, disbelief and even denial, often...