We all crave success, but often feel lost and unsure of the path forward. What if the key lies not in external validation, but in harnessing the potent wisdom within our own bodies and minds? This blog series delves beyond the physical aspects of yoga. For this entry, we’re considering the ethical disciplines, moral obligations, […]
Art therapy is gaining recognition as a valuable tool in psychotherapy for addiction recovery, particularly among young adults struggling with mental health challenges in Toronto. According to recent statistics, addiction rates among young adults in Toronto have increased, with many turning to substances or behaviors to cope with overwhelming emotions like shame. Art therapy helps […]
When addressing the complex challenges of trauma, especially conditions like Acute Stress Disorder (ASD), both traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and art therapy have proven to be effective therapeutic methods. Each approach offers unique benefits, from the structured cognitive techniques of CBT to the expressive and creative avenues provided by art therapy. While CBT focuses […]
Fostering in Ontario has a long history, rooted in the early 20th century when child welfare laws began recognizing the need for state intervention to protect children from abuse and neglect. The foster care system in Ontario aims to provide temporary care and a safe environment for children unable to live with their birth families […]
Over the years children and teenagers have been exposed to stressful life events especially the last two years. The teens today have grown up with daily school shootings and mass shooting drills. Imagine being a second grader having to rehearse a man with a gun is on campus and you don’t know if you are […]
Gen Z, born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is navigating a unique set of challenges that sets them apart from previous generations. Growing up in a digital age, where social media and constant connectivity shape their daily lives, this generation is frequently exposed to information overload, online comparison, and cyberbullying. Additionally, […]
Dear All, One of the ‘superpowers’ of ADHD is a great sense of intuition and predictability of people and things. During my time in private practice I see many ADHD clients and one thing we all have in common is our ability to have a heightened sense of intuition about many things. One of my […]
Hello all, Masking is a behaviour used by Neurodivergent people to hide ‘the symptoms’. I find that my clients with ADHD frequently mask their symptoms to avoid embarrassment, screwing up or failing. Masking works so well because it helps make positive first impressions with others and helps to keep them safe. Neurodivergent people tend to […]
Anyone who has a teenager knows that the teenager think that they know everything and they need no one’s help, especially teenage boys. Many parents have had major arguments with their teenagers because they tried to offer their teenager advice about how to handle a situation. I have had many teenagers sit in my office […]
We live in a competitive world and for children to be able to succeed or feel good about themselves they need to have healthy self-esteem. With the competition between kids regarding the kids they are getting or clothes they are wearing this can be difficult. Some kids have learning disabilities and their families cannot afford […]
