When the Obstacle Becomes the Way
Not all pain is equal. Some discomfort is necessary for growth, such as honesty, accountability, grief, and learning to tolerate emotional intensity. Other pain is unnecessary, including shame, secrecy, and self-punishment.
You’re Not Failing at Healing
People can be doing everything they know how to do — and still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. That doesn’t mean they’re doing it wrong. I see this a lot in my work.
The Common Humanity of Mental Health Struggles
One of the most persistent myths about mental health is the belief that struggling mentally means something is “wrong” with us. That anxiety, burnout, grief, or overwhelm are personal failures rather than deeply human responses to living in a complex world. In my work as an individual and couples therapist, I see how this belief intensifies suffering, not because people are broken, but because they feel alone in their pain.
The Power of Writing Three Accomplishments a Day
Writing down three accomplishments every day is a simple but powerful tool!
Professional Spotlight |- Shining a Light on Shared Care
Professional Spotlight - Shining a Light on Shared Care
Each week, we’ll be featuring trusted professionals across the field of care—counsellors, coaches, nutritionists, addiction specialists, social workers, and psychotherapists—sharing practical insights, reflections, and tools from their areas of expertise.