The Impact of Financial Anxiety from inflation on Mental Health and the role of Shame
As a mental health therapist, I've been noticing more financial anxiety in our clients presumably from the growing inflation, coupled...
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- Nov 14
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Recognizing, Understanding, and Coping with your Triggers
Triggers are subtle yet sometimes strong things that spark negative emotions within us. They can be events or conversations that have the...
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- Nov 7
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Any tips for monogamous couples transitioning into a more open relationship like swinging & poly?
To the reader who submitted this question, Thank You. I love writing directly to my audience and answering your questions. To submit a...
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- Oct 30
- 2 min
Do you feel disconnected and lonely? Learning how to be vulnerable to create connection
Human relationships are so complex, many of us want closeness with others, especially with our partners, yet it can be very scary if you...
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- Oct 23
- 3 min
Why do I smile when people are mean or hurtful?
Another guest blog post by Tobi, our former intern. Thank you Tobi for sharing with us ~ Laura This is a question that so many people...
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- Oct 17
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YOU AREN'T BROKEN, YOU ARE HUMAN. #WEALLSTRUGGLE
“On the 9th October 2023, The World Health Organisation and United Nations collaboratively published their new practical guidelines to...
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- Oct 3
- 2 min
Despite what society may lead you to believe, you can’t actually do it all.
Do you feel like you are doing all the right things, yet you feel overwhelmed, burned out and exhausted? Strangely, the more you do the...
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- Sep 26
- 2 min
We are living in a culture that is disconnected
It’s Suicide Prevention Month so it felt appropriate to re share one of my very first blogs from 2019, pre pandemic even! This was...
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- Sep 20
- 2 min
Everyone says it’s important to know what you want sexually, but......
This blog is written in response to a readers question. Thank you for asking questions and please keep them coming. They are anonymous!...
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- Sep 14
- 2 min
Do people call you a control freak?
Have you ever noticed when you are not in control you feel anxious? Recently, a conversation with a close friend led me to an interesting...
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- Sep 5
- 2 min
Are you suffering from Covid hangover?? Yes, it’s a real thing.
A quick search of the term “Covid hangover” reveals many different meanings, such as the pandemic’s lingering adverse effects on physical...
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- Aug 26
- 3 min
Would you like to feel more fulfilled sexually?
Throw out the labels and embrace the spectrum of human attraction and arousal. Our most popular blog post ever since 2019 when I began...
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- Aug 19
- 3 min
What exactly is Mindfulness,and why do I keep hearing about it??
Hi, my name is Tobi, and I recently did my counselling therapy internship at Laura Gatien and Associates. During my time internship I...
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- Aug 12
- 2 min
Doing the Work to Better Yourself
If you have a personal goal that you want to achieve, like reducing your anxiety, ending cycles of unfulfilling relationships, quitting a...
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- Aug 6
- 2 min
Are You Ready to Build Resilience?
We all go through highs and lows in our lives that we can't predict or control. What we can control is how we react to these challenges...
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- Jul 29
- 2 min
What People Might Not Know About Couples Therapy
Relationships are a long journey and are not without many hurdles and challenges. Much of the time struggles with communication,...
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- Jul 24
- 2 min
The Power of Group Therapy
My name is Tobi, and I recently did my counselling therapy internship at Laura Gatien and Associates. One of the greatest therapy...
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- Jul 17
- 2 min
Sometimes what didn’t work out for you, really worked out for you.
It often begins with your friends and family not being as excited for you as you hoped, or subtly convincing yourself the parts of your...
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- Jul 8
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Feeling guilty for snapping at your kids? Parenting Tips for Summer Break
The summer break is an exciting time for both parents and kiddos, often filled with the promise of quality family time, relaxation, and...
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- Jun 9
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How You Can Help More Men Seek Mental Health Help.
I recently took part in a wellness fair for a traditionally male dominated industry and much to my surprise, many of the employees I...
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