Depression

Often I will hear clients say “I’m just not myself” or “I just can’t seem to get myself motivated”. When we talk about depression, many people struggle with negative thoughts and feelings about being depressed. Many people ask “Will I ever feel like myself again?” The...

Addictions Counselling, Therapy & Recovery

We all know someone who is or has struggled with addiction; you may even be struggling with addiction yourself. Addictions can take on many forms, overeating, gambling, shopping, alcohol, prescription medications, illicit drugs, internet addiction etc. Regardless of...

What Does it Mean to Self-harm?

Self-harm is an intentional injury to one’s own body. Self-harm behaviors can include skin cutting or puncturing, head hitting, burning, scratching or other efforts to inflict physical injury and pain. Self-harming behaviors are usually in response to emotional...

Notice the signs of anxiety

When you are feeling anxious, there are a number of symptoms that you might experience.  You may notice your heart racing, your stomach feeling like it’s tied up in knots, tingly fingers or sweaty palms or even a dry mouth or throat. You may also have noticed that...

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety can be a powerful experience that feels uncomfortable for many people. It is that “sick to the stomach, heart racing” feeling of dread you experience when you are about to step onto a stage and give a speech in front of hundreds of people, or perhaps when you...
Couples Workshop