“Why do I have to talk about my past when I’m dealing with a present problem that is causing me so much pain and suffering? Can’t you just give me tools to help me get rid of these feelings so I can feel better?” Connecte clinical psychologist Dr. Krista Pratte walks us through what emotions...Continue Reading
Dr. Tobey Mandel offers us a a crash course on OCD that simply and deftly breaks down the cycle's key features, and discusses how therapists can use their understanding to help identify and address what's really going on behind the scenes of an OCD cycle.Continue Reading
You’ve been building up to going to therapy for a while. It feels scary, and you’re apprehensive at first but the first couple of sessions go OK; your therapist seems to understand you and it feels good. But then, over the next couple of sessions, you start to get the feeling that they don’t really...Continue Reading
For many, the end of therapy raises new questions. Are we ready to "go it alone?" What is a lapse or a relapse, and how can we handle it? Annélie Anestin explores what comes next when psychotherapy comes to a close and offers tips on navigating the transition.Continue Reading
Psychotherapy is common practice in many communities, but in some like the Asian immigrant community, the practice is practically unheard of - discussions of mental health are hushed, therapy is shunned, and seeking help takes tremendous courage. Read on to learn how this could be overcome.Continue Reading
Time, money, commitment issues... there are many things that can get in the way of one going to therapy. Explore some solutions for helping yourself when therapy isn't an option in this blog post.Continue Reading
This blog explains the basics of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and talks about how it can help us live fuller and more meaningful lives.Continue Reading
Balance, and not just moderation, might be the key to living well. Explore the idea of life balance through this blog post about the concepts behind Dialectic Behaviour Therapy.Continue Reading
