Managing time effectively can be a challenge for any student, but for those with ADHD, the struggle often feels overwhelming. The demands of school, extracurricular activities, and home life can lead to stress and frustration. However, with the right strategies, students with ADHD can develop essential time management skills to help them succeed both academically…
Feeling overwhelmed by emotions like anxiety, stress, or self-doubt? Many of us struggle with emotions that we can’t seem to control or understand. In my FREE Self-Help Therapy Series, I focus on practical mindfulness techniques to help you reconnect with your emotions in a way that feels manageable and empowering. This article discusses some of…
Are you feeling stuck, weighed down by anxiety, or overwhelmed by negative thoughts? These are common struggles, but they don’t have to define your life. My FREE Mindfulness Self-Help Series offers practical tools to help you break free from emotional stress and reconnect with your inner calm. In Section 2: Unmasking Your True Self, I…
Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotional stress, struggling to find balance in your life, or unsure of how to regain control? If so, you’re not alone. Many people seek ways to manage their emotions and achieve a sense of peace within themselves. As a therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate their mental and emotional challenges,…
TOTAL WELLNESS, where do I begin?? When we think about wellness, the first thing that comes to mind is physical wellness. Every New Year, gym memberships skyrockets and the search for the latest diet fad is the #1 searched item on Google. However, many people are unaware that there are actually eight dimensions of wellness,…
How Do You Become Resilient When we talk about what makes some people keep going even when things get really tough, we’re referring to a concept called having a resilient mindset. So what is resilience exactly? And how do you become resilient? Resilience is a term that often refers to the ability of an individual…
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or feelings of overwhelm? These are common challenges many of us face, and they can really disempower us. If you’re looking for ways to reduce stress, process emotions, and regain a sense of calm and clarity, mindfulness might be the solution you’re searching for. As a mindfulness-based counselling hypnotherapist,…
What is Emotional Self-Regulation? Emotional self-regulation is managing and responding to emotional experiences in a healthy and adaptive way. It involves recognizing and understanding one’s emotions, controlling impulsive reactions, and adapting emotions to suit the context of a situation. This skill is not about suppressing emotions but handling them so they do not overwhelm or…
When I tell people that I am an art therapist, more often than not, I get a puzzled look followed by the now familiar question, “What does that mean? Do you teach art?”. By now, I should be miffed by this recurrent inquiry, but I am not because I have another opportunity to talk about…
What is Anger? Why is It Considered a Normal Emotion? Anger is a powerful emotional response to perceived threats, injustice, or frustration. It is a natural and essential emotion that has historically played a crucial role in human survival. For early humans, anger triggered a fight-or-flight response, enhancing their ability to defend themselves against…