Relationships Series - Your Best Adversary

I wrote previously about the importance of conflict in a healthy, intimate, adult relationship. Today I would like to offer some thoughts on the importance of our partner also being our adversary contrary to popular ...

Date Posted: May 30, 2023

Written By:
Dr Oberdan Marianetti

What are Learning Disabilities and how you can help spot and intervene with your Child

Learning disabilities and learning disorders are umbrella words for a wide range of learning issues. A learning disability does not impair IQ or motivation, and children with learning problems are not lazy or less intelligent. Most are just as smart as everyone else. A learning disability is a neurological disorder that impairs the brain's ...

Date Posted: May 9, 2023

Written By:
Brian Scott

How to start getting comfortable with saying no

Saying no and setting boundaries can be uncomfortable. You might have had experiences where saying no leads to revenge, punishment, or rejection. Having had too many of these experiences might make you anxious when having difficult conversations. In addition, you might be afraid of conflict because of past abuse or trauma. Here are some thoughts ...

Date Posted: May 9, 2023

Written By:
Dr Monica Borschel

How Trauma-Sensitive Yoga fared better than CPT

In 2021, a 5 year RCT found that Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) produced quicker symptom improvement, a higher retention of participants and yielded an equally sustained effect compared with cognitive processing therapy (CPT) with female veterans who had experienced military sexual trauma related PTSD. These results further validated ...

Date Posted: April 25, 2023

Written By:
Kristen Pringle, Clinician, Mental Health Counsellor, OT, Yoga ...

Understand Self Deception

Self-deception is the act of fooling oneself into believing something that is not true. It is a common human tendency to deceive oneself, often unknowingly. Self-deception can take many forms, from minor exaggerations to outright delusions. It can be a defense mechanism to protect oneself from unpleasant truths or a way to boost ...

Date Posted: April 24, 2023

Written By:
Dr. Angelo Subida, Psychotherapist

Should You Take a Break to Regain Your Relationship Health?

Just like human beings need a break from mundane routines, relationships need a break to re-energize and strengthen bonds. Relationships can become strained and lackluster when people take each other for granted or fail to nurture their bonds. Taking a break from relationships is similar to taking a vacation from work; it gives everyone a chance ...

Date Posted: April 23, 2023

Written By:
Counsellor Shivani Misri Sadhoo