Back-to-School Anxiety: What’s Normal, and What’s Not
Most children are unsettled for the first weeks of school. Here is how to tell ordinary nerves from anxiety that needs support — and what helps at home first.
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Insights on therapy, healing & everyday life
Honest, compassionate writing on trauma, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and the things that make us human — from our team in Calgary and Okotoks.
What Is Emotional Regulation and Why Does My Child Struggle With It?
Big meltdowns over small things are common in kids. Learn what emotional regulation actually means, why some children struggle more, and how to help.
Read article →What to Expect at Your First Counselling Session
Booking a first counselling session is often the hardest part. Here is what actually happens, how to prepare, and what comes after.
Read article →How Much Does Therapy Cost in Alberta?
Session fees, insurance coverage, tax credits, and what to do if cost is a barrier — a practical breakdown of what therapy actually costs in Alberta.
Read article →Counselling vs Therapy vs Psychology: What's the Difference?
Confused by all the different mental health titles? Learn the real differences between counselling, therapy, and psychology, and how to choose the right fit.
Read article →Can Depression Go Away on Its Own, or Do You Need Therapy?
Mild depression sometimes lifts on its own. Moderate to severe depression rarely does. Here's what the research says about waiting it out versus seeking therapy.
Read article →Why Your Child's Anxiety Looks Like Anger, Defiance, or Stomach Aches
Anxiety in children does not always look like worry. Learn why child anxiety often shows up as anger, defiance, or stomach aches, and what to do about it.
Read article →What Does Depression Actually Feel Like? Signs You Might Not Recognize
Depression does not always look the way people expect. The image most of us carry is someone who cannot get out of bed, is visibly sad, and …
Read article →Does Anxiety Therapy Actually Work?
Yes — anxiety therapy is one of the most evidence-backed treatments available. Here's what the research says and what actually makes therapy effective.
Read article →How Long Does Anxiety Therapy Take to Work?
Most people notice meaningful shifts within 8 to 16 sessions — but the honest answer is, it depends. Here's what shapes the timeline and what progress looks like.
Read article →Is It Depression or Burnout? How to Tell the Difference
They can feel almost identical, but they have different causes and respond to different approaches. Here's how to tell them apart — and when both are present.
Read article →What Type of Therapy Is Best for Anxiety?
There's no single best therapy for anxiety. Here's how ACT, mindfulness, somatic, exposure, and trauma-informed approaches differ — and which may suit you.
Read article →Why CBT for Insomnia Outperforms Sleep Medication for Chronic Sleeplessness
Sleep medication offers short-term relief, but CBT for insomnia addresses the root causes of chronic sleeplessness. A Calgary psychologist breaks down what the research shows.
Read article →My Child Was Just Diagnosed with ADHD. What Comes Next
An ADHD diagnosis can feel overwhelming. This practical, compassionate guide helps Calgary parents understand what it means and what to do next for their child.
Read article →What Is EMDR Therapy? A Registered Psychologist Explains the Science, the Process, and Who It Can Help
If you have been researching therapy for trauma, anxiety, or grief, chances are you have come across the term EMDR. It gets mentioned a lot,…
Read article →Why Stress and Trauma Live in the Body, Not Just the Mind, and What Body-Based Therapy Actually Does About It
You have probably heard the phrase "trauma is stored in the body." It appears in books, on social media, in therapy waiting rooms. But what …
Read article →Therapy That Helps Heal Veterans With PTSD and Trauma
Therapy for veterans provides compassionate, specialized mental health support tailored to the unique experiences of those who have served i…
Read article →Finding Healing: Therapy for Sexual Abuse Survivors
Therapy for sexual abuse survivors offers a safe, respectful, and structured path toward healing from one of the most profound forms of inte…
Read article →Therapy for Health Professionals in Demanding Roles
Therapy for health professionals offers vital support for those dedicated to caring for others while facing intense emotional and psychologi…
Read article →Why Compassionate Support and Therapy is Needed for First Responders
Therapy for first responders provides essential mental health support tailored to the unique demands of emergency service roles. First respo…
Read article →How Somatic Therapy Supports Nervous System Regulation and Trauma Recovery
What Is Somatic Therapy Somatic therapy focuses on the role of the body in emotional processing and recovery. This approach recognizes that …
Read article →Complicated Grief Symptoms
Understanding Complicated Grief and Prolonged Grief Disorder Grief follows loss, whether related to the death of a loved one, the end of a r…
Read article →Understanding Complex PTSD: Signs, Symptoms & Recovery
Understanding Complex PTSD Complex post-traumatic stress disorder develops through repeated or long-lasting trauma, most often during childh…
Read article →How Can Private Counselling Help?
Calgary winters are long, and by December most people carry an invisible backpack of stress, unresolved feelings, and quiet exhaustion. Indi…
Read article →The Moment Calgary Parents Realize “This Feels Bigger Than a Phase”
You have probably tried everything: earlier bedtimes, reward charts, logical talks, cutting screens, extra hugs. Yet the morning tears at sc…
Read article →The Anxiety-Depression Loop Almost Everyone in Calgary Experiences
Anxiety and depression are rarely separate visitors. Most Calgarians walking through our door describe some version of this cycle: Daytime =…
Read article →The Real Day-to-Day Struggle of ADHD (Beyond "Just Try Harder")
ADHD is not a character flaw or lack of effort. It is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting dopamine pathways, executive functions like p…
Read article →Finding the Right Balance for Your Family: How to Balance Your Child’s Extracurriculars Without Burning out or Losing Family Time
An article I wrote was published in Calgary’s Child Magazine in their Back to School 2025 edition. Click here to view the article in the mag…
Read article →Summer Bliss or Scheduling Chaos? 6 Tips to Navigate Co-Parenting During the Summer
An article I wrote was published in Calgary’s Child Magazine in their Summer 2025 edition. Click here to view the article in the magazine. S…
Read article →Bedtime Woes
When my children were younger, I remember dreading bedtime. I relished the time after they were all asleep to have a few minutes to myself, …
Read article →Building Bonds: How Grandparents and Grandkids Can Thrive Together
An article I wrote was published in Calgary’s Child Magazine in their Spring 2025 edition. Click here to view the article in the magazine. C…
Read article →Autism Presentation - FNTN
Click here to view the presentation. My colleague Lindsay Mach and I created a presentation for the First Nations Telehealth Network outlini…
Read article →Self-care in Parenthood: Is it Even Possible?
Self-care can benefit our physical and mental health, ability to regulate our emotions and overall well-being which is a core focus of thera…
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