Mentalization is a skill that helps us understand why people do what they do, and helps us become more aware of how other people's thoughts, feelings, and ideas differ from our own. The result? We foster empathy, and build stronger, more resilient relationships! Clinical psychologist Maggie Harris shows us how the practice of mentalization works,...Continue Reading
Typically in relationships we want our interactions to go smoothly, but at times this might mean that we are tempted to go outside of our comfort zone to please others, often at the expense of ourselves! Fortunately, it is possible to connect with others without sacrificing our own needs. Clinical psychologist Dr Tobey Mandel helps...Continue Reading
In her well-explained and beautifully written blog, Connecte Montreal Psychology therapist and PhD Student Margarita Miseros walks us through the steps of a recipe for using emotional validation that will help parents and teens handle big emotions.Continue Reading
When faced with a situation where our feelings are mixed, emotional validation and gratitude are two responses that can be seemingly at odds...but are they really? Therapist and PhD/PsyD Candidate Nada Kadhim explores how the two can actually go hand in hand to reflect a truer, more helpful understanding of the emotions we experience.Continue Reading
