Spring is a great time to declutter and organize your home, and this process can also have positive effects on mental health. In this blog post, you could discuss the link between physical clutter and mental clutter, and provide tips for simplifying your surroundings in order to promote calm and focus. While the physical benefits of spring cleaning are well-known, the mental health benefits are often overlooked. In this blog post, we'll explore how spring cleaning can help pr

Spring is a great time to declutter and organize your home, and this process can also have positive effects on mental health. In this...

What is Brainspotting therapy for? Brainspotting is a therapy used to treat a range of emotional, stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues.

What is Brainspotting therapy for? Brainspotting is a therapy used to treat a range of emotional, stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues.

Psychoanalytic therapy aims to help people gain better understanding of the thoughts, feelings, and conflicts that influence their behavior

Psychoanalytic therapy aims to help people gain better understanding of the thoughts, feelings, and conflicts that influence their behavior

When it comes to therapy, many people have a lot of knowledge about the various therapeutic modalities (e.g., cognitive behavioural...

When it comes to therapy, many people have a lot of knowledge about the various therapeutic modalities (e.g., cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, solution-focused therapy) and their effectiveness. One element of therapy that is often overlooked, and that plays an important role in the outcome of therapy, is the therapeutic relationship. The therapeutic relationship refers to the close and consistent relationship established between a patient and a

Most Canadians have experienced a traumatic event. In fact, according to Statistics Canada (2021), the number is close to two-thirds of...

Most Canadians have experienced a traumatic event. In fact, according to Statistics Canada (2021), the number is close to two-thirds of Canadians. The source of trauma varies and can include child abuse, violence, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, vehicular accidents, natural disasters, military combat-related trauma, and more. But in all cases, despite the heaviness of psychological trauma, there is hope to endure. In this blog post, I want to provide a brief overvi

Quiet quitting is a commitment to fulfilling one’s job roles and responsibilities, while not going above and beyond the call of duty.

Quiet quitting is a commitment to fulfilling one’s job roles and responsibilities, while not going above and beyond the call of duty.

More than 3 million people in Canada suffer from anxiety disorders. Anxiety and stress are often very consistent problems, but they tend...

More than 3 million people in Canada suffer from anxiety disorders. Anxiety and stress are often very consistent problems, but they tend to get worse around the holiday season. A psychotherapist is a great way to help you through your holiday season stress, but there are also a few things you can do on your own at home to get you through your winter blues. But where should you start? Keep reading this holiday season stress guide and learn more about the top 10 things you ca

The recent pandemic, financial stress, wanting to escape reality for a night, peer pressure and social norms are all some reasons why people may be indulging in alcohol at higher rates than in the past. Did you know? According to the World Health Organization , alcohol is considered a causal factor in more than 200 disease and injury conditions. Worldwide, 5.3% of all deaths every year result from harmful use of alcohol. In addition to health issues, the harmful use of alcoho

The recent pandemic, financial stress, wanting to escape reality for a night, peer pressure and social norms are all some reasons why...

If you’re thinking of seeing a therapist or are new to therapy altogether, you might be curious about a lot of different things,...

If you’re thinking of seeing a therapist or are new to therapy altogether, you might be curious about a lot of different things, including the therapist’s title, cost differences between therapists, and really, where to even begin looking for a therapist. So, let’s break it all down. What’s in a Title? In Ontario, a therapist can operate under many different titles, including Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, MSW, OT, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Registered Psychothera

“Where you look affects how you feel.” This article is part of a series of blogs that are meant to highlight the different modalities of therapy our Psychotherapists at Your Story Counselling utilize, check out our other articles to learn more about the various therapeutic models we use! Brainspotting is, in effect, holding the eye to a still position in one particular place, and while in this position, clients will be able to go to a deeper processing level that may not hav

“Where you look affects how you feel.” This article is part of a series of blogs that are meant to highlight the different modalities of...