Trauma Therapy and Anger: How Therapy Teaches Healthy Expression
You may not think of yourself as someone who’s “angry.” Who wants that? But maybe you’re the one who bottles[…]
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When Thanksgiving Hurts: Family Conflict, Estrangement, and Finding Peace in Imperfect Families
Thanksgiving in Canada can be complicated. While media images show long tables, laughter, and connection, many people experience something entirely[…]
Read moreAnxiety, Panic, and Grief Online and Offline: Finding Safety in a World That Feels Unsafe
Do you ever notice your chest tightening when you scroll through the latest news headline? Maybe it’s a story about[…]
Read moreRelational Trauma & CPTSD: Healing the Black Sheep Identity
Feel like the family “black sheep”? Discover how relational trauma and Complex PTSD affect adults—and how trauma-informed therapy with therapists like myself, in Ontario, Canada, can help you heal.
Read moreReselfing in Midlife: Healing the Wounded Inner Child Who Won’t Let You Rest
She’s the woman who never stops. Sound familiar? The one who gets it done, holds it together, shows up for[…]
Read moreCouples Therapy: Knowing the Difference Between Healthy Love and Codependency
When it comes to relationships, there’s a delicate line between healthy love and codependency—and so often, codependency can seem quite[…]
Read moreCurrent Events and Stress: How to Foster Resilience During Times of Social or Political Upheaval
I’ve had clients recently tell me they don’t know why, but that they find themselves angrier, more irritable, less[…]
Read moreParenting Dysregulated Teens: Understanding the Impact, and Managing Behaviour
Parenting a teenager is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences for any parent. For some families, the challenges[…]
Read moreCo-Parenting in Blended Families: Overcoming Challenges and Building Stronger Relationships
I’ve been reflecting on the holiday season. It was a busy one this year — the busiest in the last[…]
Read moreNavigating Narcissistic Family Dynamics: A Guide for Healing and Recovery
Narcissistic family dynamics can be incredibly challenging and emotionally draining. Individuals who grow up in these environments often experience a[…]
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