We can’t always say ‘yes’… in fact ‘no’ is not only sometimes necessary but also, a good answer. Dr Lisa Linardatos discusses people-pleasing, boundaries and the discomfort at the root of our avoidance when it comes to letting other people down.
We can’t always say ‘yes’… in fact ‘no’ is not only sometimes necessary but also, a good answer. Dr Lisa Linardatos discusses people-pleasing, boundaries and the discomfort at the root of our avoidance when it comes to letting other people down.
Exploring and understanding reasons for a teen’s reluctance to therapy – from fear of judgment, pride, or feeling forced by an adult, to prior negative experiences in therapy, disinterest, or confusion about the process – can help prevent mislabelling teens as treatment resistant. Dr Amanda Plokar shares pointers for parents to consider that can help make teens more receptive to getting the help they need, and sticking with it.
“It’s your fault… no, it’s your fault… no, it’s your fault…” Does this blame game sound familiar? We have a tendency to assign fault to ourselves or others, for things that go wrong both inside and outside of our control. But is it always helpful, or even accurate? Dr. Amber Labow urges us to look at ways we can build awareness and curiosity in order to arrive at more constructive and mindful solutions…and resist the urge to engage in the blame game.
“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 are, where they come from and why that matters to how we feel now. An indispensable read for anyone in therapy or considering therapy.
A clinical supervision group for dietitians working with athletes and performers with eating disorders.
4 sessions. START: October 2022.
A clinical supervision group for psychologists and psychotherapists working with athletes and performers with eating disorders.
4 sessions. START: February 13 2023.
This training for dietitians will address the nutritional treatment of eating disorders in athletes/active individuals. NEXT TRAINING: To be determined
L’image corporelle dans le traitement des troubles alimentaires: le rôle des diététistes-nutritionnistes. PROCHAINE DATE: à venir
This 1-day training for psychologists / psychotherapists/ mental health professionals will address the special considerations in treatment of eating disorders when working with athletes or athletic individuals. NEXT TRAINING: to be determined
School is where young people form relationships and learn lessons that will impact their futures but for children and teens in some situations, going to school can also be a major stressor. Can taking a break be a help or a hindrance to their well-being? Short answer: it depends. Dr. Sara Colalillo takes a look at how and when taking a break can be a good thing.