Cancer. The mere mention of the word sends shivers down the spine, a stark reminder of the fragility of life. When a cancer diagnosis shatters your world, hope becomes your lifeline. In this blog, we explore the power of belief and the potential for healing, even in the face of the most formidable adversary –…
A trauma bond is a form of attachment where a person can be in extreme loyalty, love, and fear to an abuser or in a toxic relationship. I’ll be using the term “abuser” as a trauma bond happens in abusive relationships, whether that is emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. The emotional connection between a person…
See more of my articles or work with me at Dapsychotherapy.ca In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, burnout has become an all too common phenomenon. The constant pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and excel in our careers can take a toll on our mental and emotional well-being. However, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers…
PTSD is a common and sometimes debilitating mental health condition. Unfortunately, because of the many myths surrounding it, some people don’t get the help they need. Learn why these common myths are false. After a traumatic event such as abuse, a natural disaster, war, or accident, people may experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a mental…
I had a thought today about falling in love. Falling in love suggests that once you become in love you, you have fallen for someone, you are not single anymore. The visual of one fainting or feeling whoosy comes to mind. Falling means that you are going down, you are plummetting, you are dropping. My…
Seasonal allergies, more so the throat hurting part is what I am focusing on today! Your throat is all about self identity, your creativity, and how you experience yourself in relation to others. I was the queen of throat pain growing up. I was shy- I know it is hard to believe if you know…
Absolutely… NOT… I am not perfect; I am not infallible, unflappable or stoic; I lack confidence and have fragile self-esteem; I am indecisive and can procrastinate as much, if not more than anyone else; I am not always calm, carefree, and happy; I do not have a life which is free from stress, anxiety or…
Setting boundaries is an essential part of maintaining healthy relationships and ensuring our needs are met. As a therapist, I often encounter individuals who struggle with this aspect of their personal and emotional lives. This struggle can lead to feelings of being taken advantage of, disrespected, or even abused. However, it’s crucial to understand that…
The decision to leave a relationship can be a difficult one, even when that relationship is unhealthy. Many of us find ourselves staying in relationships where abuse, neglect, or other negative behaviors are present, even when we know on some level that we would be better off leaving. But it’s just so hard to say…
Over the past months or years, you may have realized that you are living with a narcissist. Whether is it a narcissistic parent, sibling, husband or wife. There is the manipulation, gaslighting, nothing you do is good enough, the constant criticism, and that you are the problem, and you need therapy to be “fixed. The…