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…
There you are, losing your cool with your kids again. Or not returning an important client call. Or not recording the podcast episode you promised yourself you’d record. Or… Or… Or… You screwed up. Maybe you didn’t really even screw up. Maybe you just woke up on the wrong side of the bed today and you…
What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Dick Schwartz, who created IFS, identifies a multiplicity of what he calls sub personalities which we refer to as parts. We all have parts. We speak about a part of us that wants to go out and another part of us that wants to stay in. So you can…
As I sit down to begin a new endeavor of creating a blog to guide women toward their optimal health, I struggle to singularly identify as an Occupational Therapist (OT). I have thought more of myself as a pelvic health specialist, yogini, ayurvedic practitioner, internal family systems coach, artist, etc. So you may get the point by…
Ever wake up in a horrible, rotten mood? What kind of day can you expect to have? A horrible, rotten one, right? Why? Because the way you feel determines what happens in your life. That’s why tending to our emotions, making sure we feel good, is the most important work we can do. Until we…
What are the psychological services for refugees in Toronto? Leaving one’s nation of origin is painful and frequently has lasting psychological effects for refugees. The travel itself is frequently unpredictable and perilous, and the loss of one’s home, neighbourhood, and familiarity can be extremely harmful to one’s mental health. What are the impacts of refuge?…
Psychotherapy is a valuable tool for addressing a wide range of mental health issues. One emerging trend in therapy is the incorporation of video games as a therapeutic tool. While video games have traditionally been associated with negative effects such as addiction and aggression, recent research has shown that video games can have positive effects…
As a therapist, I have worked with people from all walks of life and professions. One group of people that often goes overlooked in discussions about mental health is those who work in the trades. These hardworking individuals often face unique challenges that can impact their mental well-being, and it’s important to recognize and address…
Not feeling ‘Enough’ can impact our self-worth. Here are some tips to develop ways to improve your self-worth and know that you are enough. Six tips for when you don’t feel enough As a counsellor, one of the main hurdles I see with clients is a feeling of inadequacy, a sense of not being “enough”.…
Strategies for Harnessing the Power of Technology to Build Authentic Relationships and Discover Your Life’s Purpose Date: March 12, 2023 By: Stacy Braiuca, 🧭 Change Navigator™ & 🐿 Squirrel Wrangler™ Keywords: Art of Navigating Change, Finding Purpose, Connection, Digital Age, Technology, Authentic Relationships, Life’s Purpose, Digital Disconnect, False Sense of Connection, Social Media, Mental Health,…