why calgarians get counselling

Top 6 Reasons People in Calgary Get Counselling

We’re a progressive bunch here in Calgary. Calgarians are health conscious, not only for our physical health but also our mental health. We know that managing our emotional and intellectual health is just as important as eating a balanced diet and getting exercise. Calgarians embrace awareness and positivity when it comes to creating a healthy …

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how to find the best counsellor for you

How To Find The Best Counsellor For You

If you’ve ever thought about seeking out a counsellor or therapist, you might just be getting started on a journey into uncharted territory. Should you prioritize cost, location, specialization, or some combination of these factors? The decision isn’t one to be taken lightly, as the right counsellor can make a world of difference in your …

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How To Manage Anxiety and Stress

Many people struggle with managing anxiety at home or at work – it’s more common than you might think. But the good news is, there are simple and natural ways to help manage your anxiety. Mindfulness, relaxation, and different ways of thinking are just some of the ways to do this – and in this …

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why anxiety happens

Why Anxiety Happens

If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, you are definitely not alone. These disorders are among the most common in Canada, with a recent study showing up to 15% of citizens experiencing generalized anxiety disorder. Whether it’s worrying about the future, feeling overwhelmed with thoughts, or more physical symptoms like a racing heart and sweating, …

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how anxiety affects the body

How Anxiety Affects the Body

As psychologists, counsellors, and therapists, we focus a lot on mental health – discussing everything from depression to the science behind our clinical approaches.  However, we also know that’s only half of the story. More and more research is showing the connection between our mental and physical health, and a deficit in one can cause …

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what anxiety feels like

What Anxiety Feels Like

Our society today is a busy and often overwhelming place. Between the constant distractions of our phones and devices, the demands of our work and personal lives, and the events going on in the world around us, it’s all too easy to feel anxious about everything. But – what does it mean to have anxiety? …

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The Importance of Therapy Consultations

For many people, the idea of opening up about their innermost thoughts and concerns to a stranger – whether in person, over the phone, or in a virtual space – can cause feelings of anxiety or even dread. After all, many of us are taught not to talk about mental health with anyone, let alone …

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what is bell let's talk day

What is Bell Let’s Talk Day?

One of the biggest obstacles we all face in our mental health struggles is feeling alone and stigmatized. When so many of our problems seem trivial or unique, it can be hard to even bring them up to others, let alone to discuss them in detail. But talking about them and shining a light on …

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How Online Therapy Works

Even before the pandemic began, many people had been turning to online therapy, a convenient and highly accessible method of mental health treatment and awareness that continues to gain popularity in the internet age. Whether specifically sought for conditions like stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma or used as a general therapeutic release for kids and …

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