Anger in children can be confusing and overwhelming for both parents and caregivers. This blog explores how children develop anger, how to recognize the signs, and how early support can make a meaningful difference. We will also look at how working with a psychotherapist in Toronto, using approaches like art therapy for children, can help […]
Have you noticed that no matter how hard you try, there is a voice in your head that continues to prove that others are better than you. At times, when other people praise you, compliment on your efforts, achievements or looks; the joy is short-lived. The inner voice returns loud and clear to tell […]
Phil McClelland MDiv, MA, LPCC-S, NCC, ACS- My Integrity Counseling Does this describe you or someone you care about and love? You have an engine revving inside of you that doesn’t know how to stop. You think that spinning five or more metaphorical plates at the same time is a slow day. You have things […]
She looked at me like I’d suggested she try flapping her arms and flying home. I’d floated the idea of being a little kinder to herself — nothing dramatic — and her response was immediate. Almost allergic. “That feels fake.” Then, quieter: “I don’t think I can do that.” I’ve had this conversation more times […]
We love the idea of newness. A fresh start. A clean slate. A sudden burst of motivation that finally makes everything in our lives line up. In faith spaces, “newness” can sound even more immediate—like once you pray the right prayer, choose the right habits, or “let it go,” you should feel different right away. […]
If you’re a woman who feels constantly overwhelmed, distracted, or “behind” – despite trying hard to stay organized – you’re not alone. Many women with ADHD go years without a diagnosis, often being misunderstood or misdiagnosed along the way. The truth is, ADHD in women can look very different than the stereotypical hyperactive presentation, and […]
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I have had many sessions with clients (mainly men) on a concept for which they struggle to overcome. That is, trying (and usually failing) to be Superman in our everyday lives. I believe at some point in our lives, we want to be a hero or at least experience something which identifies us as heroic. […]
“Practice self-care” is common advice—especially when life feels overwhelming. But not everything we call self-care is actually care. Sometimes it’s self-soothing: a quick way to calm discomfort in the moment. Both self-care and self-soothing have a place in emotional wellness. The key is knowing which one you’re using—and whether it’s helping you heal or simply […]
Have you ever had people say “you’re so sensitive” or wonder why others’ emotions impact you so deeply? Me too! I am a proud HSP – Highly Sensitive Person – and specialize in working with fellow HSPs, particularly parents and those going through life transitions. A Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is someone whose brain and […]
