Self-talk is at the heart of our relationship with the self. It is the dialog in our heads that we can often hear. It is the stories we tell ourselves as we strive to make sense of the world. It affects our mood, our interpretation of situations, and our sense of self. Grounding our self-talk…

Spring cleaning is upon us! Let’s talk about why cleaning is so crucial to our mental health. There are 2 main points I will touch on: Our home is an extension of the self; our home is a reflection of the mind. Cleaning up a mess is a tangible way to improve our mental health.   We all know a cluttered room is a cluttered…

Stanford University neuroscientist Andrew Huberman explains that 70% of humans’ waking behavior is habitual. So much of our day is spent engaging in habits that we’ve built up over time. But what if we’re trying to build new habits? I will explain how this works and how to optimize your habit-building!   Building and breaking…

Starting therapy at a young age in the face, specially when the child has experienced a traumatic event, is important for several reasons: Early intervention and prevention: Trauma, particularly when experienced during childhood, can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. By starting therapy early, it is possible to intervene and…

Its summer time and many things are reopening and many teenagers are looking forward to spending time hanging out with their friends.  Many teenagers want to drive around town or go to Santa Cruz with their friends.  Many parents worry about their teenagers driving other teenagers around and they worry about what the teenagers may…

What are the mental health issues of indigenous people in Canada? Indigenous mental health issues in Canada have been a significant concern for many years. Indigenous peoples in Canada, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, experience disproportionately high rates of mental health challenges compared to the general population. These issues are rooted in a…