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Starting counselling can feel like a big step. You may feel hopeful, nervous, unsure what to say, or uncertain about how therapy is supposed to work. Some people arrive with a clear goal. Others know something feels off, but they do not know where to begin. There is no perfect way to be a counselling …
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, exhausting, or even impossible. You may worry about being judged, saying the wrong thing, looking awkward, blushing, shaking, sweating, stumbling over your words, or being noticed in a way that feels embarrassing. For some people, social anxiety shows up before a presentation, date, job interview, class, meeting, …
Anxiety and stress can affect your thoughts, body, relationships, sleep, work, and everyday routines. Sometimes anxiety shows up as racing thoughts or constant worry. Other times, it feels physical: a tight chest, upset stomach, restlessness, fatigue, headaches, muscle tension, or trouble sleeping. If you are searching for how to manage anxiety and stress, you may …
Drug and alcohol addiction can be devastating to those who suffer from it. Unfortunately, it isn’t only the person with the addiction that suffers – their loved ones also feel the devastation and often struggle to cope with the disease.
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 …
Loneliness can be a complicated emotion. It’s normal to feel lonely sometimes, and while loneliness isn’t necessarily a mental health problem, the two can be strongly linked. We know that it’s possible to feel lonely in a crowded room full of people, and possible to be alone without feeling lonely. So, what is loneliness, and …
In the modern day, growth never happened in a comfort zone. We have to learn to get comfortable taking risks, but it’s never an easy thing to do.
How we grieve is a result of several factors such as our individual personalities, cultural norms, the circumstances of the grief, and the support system we have to help us through.
If you are from Calgary, you know the winters can be long, cold and dark. While some people thrive through the winter months and enjoy the snowy winter wonderland, others struggle with their mental health and suffer from a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD.
If your partner suffers from an anxiety disorder, relationship challenges may become increasingly difficult to navigate. Here are a few ways you can support your partner on their journey to mental health.
