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Practical mental health insights and tools from Toronto therapists. Explore articles on anxiety, relationships, couples therapy, trauma, and more.

Is Psychotherapy Covered by OHIP? 
31Aug

Is Psychotherapy Covered by OHIP? 

Is psychotherapy covered by OHIP? Learn which mental health services are publicly funded in Ontario and what isn’t covered.

10 Green Flags that Your New Therapist Is a Good Match
28Aug

10 Green Flags that Your New Therapist Is a Good Match

Discover 10 green flags that your therapist is a good match, from healthy boundaries to confidence in your progress.

The Burnout Illusion: Why “Self-Care” Isn’t Fixing Your Work Exhaustion
25Aug

The Burnout Illusion: Why “Self-Care” Isn’t Fixing Your Work Exhaustion

Let's stop misdiagnosing burnout as a personal failing that self-care is supposed to solve & look at what's actually responsible.

How Can Childhood Trauma Affect My Relationships?
23Aug

How Can Childhood Trauma Affect My Relationships?

Therapist breaks down how our childhood beliefs and traumas can affect our present-day relationships.

The Impossible White Picket Fence: Housing Affordability Grief in Canada
19Aug

The Impossible White Picket Fence: Housing Affordability Grief in Canada

Canadian housing is out of reach for many. Therapist explores financial grief, housing anxiety, and how to cope with a changing future.

Do I need therapy? 10 Signs It Might Be Time
16Aug

Do I need therapy? 10 Signs It Might Be Time

Do I need therapy? Toronto therapist breaks down 10 signs you may benefit from counselling.

How to Set Boundaries in an Immigrant Family
13Aug

How to Set Boundaries in an Immigrant Family

Boundaries can be especially complicated in immigrant families. Explore how to set healthy boundaries in a culturally-attuned way.

What Spider-Man: Brand New Day Teaches Us About Trauma
10Aug

What Spider-Man: Brand New Day Teaches Us About Trauma

Spider Man: Brand New Day depicts how trauma can affect every part of us. Toronto therapist gives a description of how connection can help.

A Therapist’s Guide to a Realistic Digital Detox
07Aug

A Therapist’s Guide to a Realistic Digital Detox

Therapist shares how the digital world affects our brains and offers pragmatic, realistic strategies to detox.

What is Parentification? Signs, Important Impacts, and Healing
04Aug

What is Parentification? Signs, Important Impacts, and Healing

Parentification is an "undercover" type of childhood trauma. Let's uncover the signs, impact, and how to heal.

The Myth of “Closure”: Why Waiting for an Apology Keeps You Trapped
01Aug

The Myth of “Closure”: Why Waiting for an Apology Keeps You Trapped

Let's explore why the common definition of "closure" fails us, and how to move forward when someone won't apologize.

The Problem with Therapy Speak: 3 Common Misuses
29Jul

The Problem with Therapy Speak: 3 Common Misuses

Have we started using therapy terms so often that they're losing their meaning? Therapist breaks down three common "therapy speak" concepts that are often misused.

What is Couples Therapy Like? A Toronto Couples Therapist Explains
26Jul

What is Couples Therapy Like? A Toronto Couples Therapist Explains

Wondering what couples therapy is like? Toronto therapist breaks down what to expect and length of therapy.

Porn Addiction: What it is, its effects, & how to recover
23Jul

Porn Addiction: What it is, its effects, & how to recover

Learn what porn addiction is, its signs, effects on relationships, and steps toward recovery.

A Complete Guide to Finding Low-Cost and Free Therapy in Toronto
20Jul

A Complete Guide to Finding Low-Cost and Free Therapy in Toronto

A complete guide to finding low-cost, OHIP-covered, and free therapy and resources in Toronto.

Sliding Scale Therapy in Toronto: What It Is and How to Ask for It
17Jul

Sliding Scale Therapy in Toronto: What It Is and How to Ask for It

Learn about sliding scale therapy in Toronto, see if you qualify, and understand how to ask.

Therapy Isn’t Working– Reasons Why and When It’s Time to Move On
14Jul

Therapy Isn’t Working– Reasons Why and When It’s Time to Move On

Therapy isn't working? Toronto therapist explains why and signs it's time to try something new.

C-PTSD vs. PTSD: Key Differences, C-PTSD Symptoms, and Treatment
11Jul

C-PTSD vs. PTSD: Key Differences, C-PTSD Symptoms, and Treatment

Learn the difference between C-PTSD and PTSD, common symptoms, and effective trauma therapy options in Toronto.

What Should I Expect During My First Therapy Session?
08Jul

What Should I Expect During My First Therapy Session?

Learn what to expect from your first therapy session, common questions a therapist will ask, and how to best prepare.

A Beginner’s Guide to Managing Panic Attacks
05Jul

A Beginner’s Guide to Managing Panic Attacks

Toronto therapist breaks down what panic attacks are and gives practical strategies to help.

What Makes a Good Therapist? 20 Signs Your Therapist Is Actually Good
02Jul

What Makes a Good Therapist? 20 Signs Your Therapist Is Actually Good

Is your therapist actually good? Toronto therapist shares 20 key signs of a good therapist.

How to Make Online Therapy Feel More Connected and Effective
29Jun

How to Make Online Therapy Feel More Connected and Effective

Toronto therapist gives practical tips on how to make online therapy feel connected and effective.

When Should Couples Go to Therapy? 7 Signs It’s Time
26Jun

When Should Couples Go to Therapy? 7 Signs It’s Time

Wondering if couples therapy is right for you? Discover 7 signs it's time to seek support.

What type of therapy is best for BPD?
23Jun

What type of therapy is best for BPD?

Wondering what therapy is best for BPD? Learn about DBT and other styles of therapy to treat BPD from a Toronto therapist.

Skinny is Trending Again: The Dangerous Impact on Mental Health
19Jun

Skinny is Trending Again: The Dangerous Impact on Mental Health

From #SkinnyTok to celebrity culture, a therapist examines how the focus on thinness affects wellbeing and gives tips to improve body image.

Is Online Therapy in Toronto as Effective as In-Person Therapy?
18Jun

Is Online Therapy in Toronto as Effective as In-Person Therapy?

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy? Learn what research says and how to choose the right fit.

Do I have high functioning anxiety? Therapist shares 10 Signs
15Jun

Do I have high functioning anxiety? Therapist shares 10 Signs

Do you have high-functioning anxiety? Toronto therapist breaks down 10 common signs.

What should I expect in my first couples therapy session?
12Jun

What should I expect in my first couples therapy session?

A full first couples therapy session guide: expectations, therapist questions, and how to prepare.

How to Heal from Emotionally Immature Parenting
10Jun

How to Heal from Emotionally Immature Parenting

Heal from emotionally immature parenting. Learn the signs, effects, boundaries, and attachment-focused therapy in Toronto.

Trapped by Anxiety? How GAD Therapy in Toronto Helps
08Jun

Trapped by Anxiety? How GAD Therapy in Toronto Helps

Struggling with anxiety? Discover GAD symptoms and therapy options in Toronto to feel more in control.

Is Toronto Therapy Worth It?  Benefits, Cost, and Affordable Options
04Jun

Is Toronto Therapy Worth It?  Benefits, Cost, and Affordable Options

Is Toronto therapy worth it? Learn the cost of therapy, benefits, and affordable therapy options in Toronto.

The 5 Biggest Myths About Couples Therapy— Debunked by Toronto Therapist
02Jun

The 5 Biggest Myths About Couples Therapy— Debunked by Toronto Therapist

A Toronto couples therapist debunks 5 myths about couples therapy and explains what to really expect.

How Long Does Therapy Take? A Toronto Therapist Explains
29May

How Long Does Therapy Take? A Toronto Therapist Explains

Wondering how long therapy takes? A Toronto therapist explains what affects therapy progress and what you can do to affect its length.

Does Couples Therapy Work?—  What the research shows
26May

Does Couples Therapy Work?—  What the research shows

Does couples therapy work? Learn about the success rate of couples therapy and what you can get out of it.

How to find a good therapist in Toronto (+23 questions to ask them)
23May

How to find a good therapist in Toronto (+23 questions to ask them)

Looking for the right therapist in Toronto? Learn what to look for, red flags, and questions to ask before booking.

What does our therapy intake call look like? 
20May

What does our therapy intake call look like? 

Learn what to expect during a free 15-minute therapy intake call. Explore questions to ask, how to find the right fit, and next steps.

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