Co- and self-regulation: Why are they important?
Regulation refers to how we manage emotions and employ behaviours in the pursuit of goals, wellness, and sense of safety […]
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Navigating Relationships and Emotions: Understanding Attachment in the Context of Rare Diseases – PART 3
Gaining awareness of attachment dynamics can empower individuals with rare diseases to enhance their emotional and relational well-being. The following […]
Navigating Relationships and Emotions: Understanding Attachment in the Context of Rare Diseases – PART 2
Understanding the psychological dynamics at play can provide deeper insights into how attachment styles manifest in the context of rare […]
Navigating Relationships and Emotions: Understanding Attachment in the Context of Rare Diseases – PART 1
Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, posits that the quality of early caregiver relationships profoundly influences an […]
What if pride was a virtue?
When people think of pride, they often see it as a flaw—something excessive, even dangerous. But is pride always a […]
Stress vs. Attention: Impacts on your Ability to Focus
We’ve all experienced this: trying to focus on a work task, school essay, or work meeting – but you simply cannotfocus […]
Nature Experience
Has anyone ever told you to “just take a walk outside to clear your head” or “go out and get […]
Trauma and Couple Therapy
Trauma and Couple Therapy Trauma and couple therapy is a specialized area of counseling that emphasizes how individuals can grow […]
There’s just never enough time! – Recognizing the Signals of Burnout and Taking Action
Burnout is a condition that often begins subtly, like a small flicker of discomfort in our daily professional lives. It canmanifest as fatigue […]
Why “Getting Over It” Doesn’t Always Work: The Importance of Compassionate Healing:
When faced with a challenging or traumatic life experience, many clients often expect that “getting over it” is the goal. […]
