In recent months most of us have experienced an unprecedented amount of upheaval, and although it has happened that a client shares something that I have personally experienced, it is the first time that we have gone through such experiences “together”. Surprisingly, part of what has allowed me to get through these trying times is...Continue Reading

We are all going to slip into self-critical talk at times in the coming weeks or months; the challenge is to catch yourself doing it and see if you can practice compassionate self-talk some of the time; that, in and of itself, is an important thing that we can model for our children.Continue Reading

It can be overwhelming to see news articles and reports in the media on a daily basis since the beginning of the outbreak of the coronavirus. It is essential for our mental health that people show support and act with kindness and compassion toward those who are suffering in a time of crisis. We have...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

Not surprisingly, negative self-talk has a negative impact on our lives. But how do we turn the dialogue around? By learning to speak to ourselves with compassion we can change the dynamic and reverse the damage, improving our lives and healing ourselves in the process.Continue Reading

Anxious thoughts can sometimes lead us in circles, leaving us feeling tied up in knots. In this blog post, Dr. Maryann Joseph explains the anxiety cycle and brings us 4 practical steps we can use to break free.Continue Reading