Grief touches all of us at some point, yet we don’t always talk openly about it. That silence can make an already difficult experience feel even more isolating. If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to cope with loss or how to support someone who’s grieving, you’re not alone.
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The Quiet Power of Movement: A Gentle Path to Mental Well-Being
Research consistently shows that physical activity can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve mood, boost self-esteem, and even sharpen cognitive function. But the way we think about movement matters. It doesn’t need to be framed as “exercise” or “fitness.” In fact, when movement becomes a task, it can lose its therapeutic value and become just another obligation. What if we began to see movement as a form of self-connection instead?
Supporting Littles With the Back to School Transition
As summer winds down and September approaches, many families find themselves navigating the shift back into school routines. Whether your child is starting school for the first time, moving into a new grade, or heading into high school, these transitions can stir up a mixture of excitement, nervousness, and big feelings. The good news? With a little preparation and a lot of connection, you can help your child feel grounded and supported as they step into a new school year.
EMDR PART 4
BUT…I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS! March 10, 2023 | EDMR We received a lot of questions from our previous posts about EMDR! It was lovely to hear from so many of you and while we answered questions directly, we thought others who hadn’t reached out might have similar questions. How long does this take? (AKA HowContinueContinue reading “EMDR PART 4”
EMDR PART 3
HOW WILL THAT HELP ME? February 23, 2023 | EMDR Since EMDR’s development in the 1980’s, it has been well researched to determine its usefulness. Today, it is recognized around the world as an effective model of therapy to treat traumatic and distressing experiences. It is used for many types of concerns, and can provideContinueContinue reading “EMDR PART 3”
EDMR PART 2
WHAT HAPPENS? February 1, 2023 | EMDR We often hear from clients that until they experience EMDR therapy, they didn’t really understand what it was going to look like. So, let’s break it down to give a clearer picture. Phase 1 – History Taking and Treatment Planning The EMDR therapist will ask questions about yourContinueContinue reading “EDMR PART 2”
EMDR PART 1
M. R. D. WHAT? January 14, 2023 | EDMR You might have heard about this different therapy that has a confusing acronym from a friend, a co-worker, a doctor, or even seen it on TV. Maybe you heard it was strange or weird. But what is it? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR forContinueContinue reading “EMDR PART 1”
EMOTIONS
BUT I DON’T WANT TO DO EMOTIONS! December 8, 2022 | Emotions “Human beings are not born with self-control. We have to learn what to do with the mad that we feel. Learning to control ourselves is a long, hard process. It happens little by little. In fact, it is something we work on allContinueContinue reading “EMOTIONS”
THE JOURNEY BEGINS
WHAT’S IN A NAME? November 16, 2022 Over 10 years ago, I began thinking about private practice. Unfortunately, this was not because it started as a dream. Rather, the job climate at the time (1-2 years post graduation from my masters, limited experience and a little known degree) was not conducive to finding a positionContinueContinue reading “THE JOURNEY BEGINS”
A NEW LOOK!
NEWLY RENOVATED AND ACCESSIBLE! November 3, 2022 Waiting Room at 514 Princess Street, Woodstock The office is not new, but we keep referring to it as the new office. It’s been fully renovated top to bottom so it’s a new space with new finishes. And the team is so excited to be back in ourContinueContinue reading “A NEW LOOK!”