Looking for a counsellor can feel overwhelming. Here are some tips on what to expect and qualities to look for in a professional that you feel will pair well with you and your personality.
The Reality of Being New to Counselling: Myth Busting
I love my job but I understand why people are anxious when it comes to seeing a therapist. I absolutely, 100%, no question, felt the same way about counselling. So, I thought about the misconceptions quite a bit and this morning, had a nice chat with my colleague changed my blog topic for the week. Here are some myths about counselling, and here’s why they don’t hold up.
What Kind of Anxieties Are There, Anyway?
The Importance of Speaking Openly About Mental Health
Discussions regarding health in general is an interesting topic to unravel and explore more deeply. Some speak openly about their overall well-being whilst others keep their health status more private. There are many different views related to why people choose to share (or not) their experiences. Here are some reasons about how sharing your experiences with mental illness can help propel society in a more positive direction, and empower you, too!
February: Welcome to Psychology Month!
Hellllo February, the special month that is annually celebrated as “Psychology Month”. The idea behind having a full month dedicated to psychology is to provide awareness and education related to psychology and its role within our lives at a personal and societal level. So, let’s dive in to some history and psychology, as it is considered today!
What Not to Do: Anxiety Tips
Anxiety affects people every day. Some people might experience anxiety periodically, while others wake up with a dreaded fear-like feeling and live in a state of constant mental discomfort every day. Living with anxiety is not an easy task, but there are ways to cope with the condition to improve your state of mind of quality of life. Here are some tips about what not to do when dealing with anxiety:
Your Body Talks, Too
Recently, questions about the body in counselling have been more common. Here are some interesting tidbits about how the body is useful in session and how we can gain insight by being curious about what Pat Ogden (the founder of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy) would refer to as your “Core Organizers” and what your body communicates while your speak about your experience.
Tips and Insights: The Importance Of Support Systems
Simply put, a support system is made up of people who you can count on to be there for you when you need encouragement, an ear to listen, or a space to laugh. Some have a difficult time understanding their importance or finding a support system that works for them. Here are some ways to start slow and begin building your support network.
New Year, New Practices?
It’s almost 2020! New year, new beginnings. Many of us think that way. It’s as though January 1st is like a restart button that we all press in hopes that the next 365 days will be healthier and happier. What we think about, we bring about. Here are some great ideas that help us to live a little better on a daily basis.
Saying Goodbye to A Decade
Well, another ten years has come and gone. Usually, the end of each calendar year is a time for reflection. Accomplishments are celebrated, wins and losses are considered, and considerations for the upcoming year are contemplated…those “new years’ resolutions”! Explore more about the importance of reflection and consider a method to help you set realistic goals.