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Over the past decade, virtual therapy has gone from being a niche to a sought-after service for many individuals seeking mental health support. Virtual therapy, also known as teletherapy, e-therapy, or online therapy, is a means for individuals to receive support via video calls, phone calls, or chat options, rather than the traditional face-to-face options. Virtual… Continue reading The Rise of Virtual Therapy

Introduction Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health challenge in any given year (Mental Health Commission of Canada, 2021)? When seeking support, many people wonder which therapy approach is right for them. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective, evidence-based option that focuses on practical strategies for… Continue reading CBT vs. Other Therapy Approaches: What Makes It Unique?

Navigating through this busy, overwhelming world can feel like a lot to manage. When momentum starts building, oftentimes, so do our emotions. Many of us go through life reacting to things around us. We don’t always know what we are feeling, or why we are feeling this way. That can lead to feelings of confusion,… Continue reading How Psychotherapy Helps with Emotional Regulation and Self-Awareness

Anxiety is more than just racing thoughts and worry; it’s a full-body experience. This means that transformative healing has to include both the mind and the body. One of the most important and validating first steps in managing anxiety is understanding the loop that’s happening inside you. For instance, when your brain has a fearful thought—like “What… Continue reading The best therapy approaches for managing anxiety & CBT work together to reduce anxiety

What is Online Therapy? Online therapy, sometimes called teletherapy or telepsychology, is mental health care delivered through the internet. In these sessions, you meet with a licensed therapist remotely—usually by video, phone, or text—rather than traveling to an office. Online therapy is not automated or AI-based; you are meeting with a trained professional who provides guidance,… Continue reading How to Choose the Right Online Therapist for Your Needs

Online therapy, also known as virtual therapy, teletherapy, or telehealth, is a format of receiving mental health services through telephone or video call. Even though many professionals and clients have had to adjust from in-person to online therapy during COVID-19, this type of format has been around for much longer than you might think (Moudatsou et… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Online Therapy: What You Need to Know

Trauma isn’t just “in your head” but did you know it lives in the body too? You might notice it as a tight chest when you’re stressed, a knot in your stomach before a difficult conversation, or feeling on edge for no apparent reason. Trauma can cause our nervous system to stay in a constant state… Continue reading How Trauma Manifests in the Body and How Somatic Therapy can help

About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) “I’m so OCD” – we’ve all heard someone say this at one point or another. But OCD does not just reflect a person’s preference for keeping things organized or clean. While people with OCD may obsess over the possibility of being contaminated by germs or fuss about tasks being done in a… Continue reading How Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Effectively Treats Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

What is Social Anxiety? Did you know that between 8-13% of Canadians will have experienced social anxiety within their lifetime (Statistics Canada, 2015)? Social anxiety, sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others. It also tends to be more common among those who are autistic,… Continue reading How Therapy Combats Social Anxiety