Why do immigrant women would benefit from psychotherapy? Immigrant women in Canada represent a diverse mosaic of cultures, each bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to the fabric of Canadian society. Despite the opportunities and promises that migration offers, these women often face multifaceted challenges that can significantly impact their mental well-being. Their journey…
You may be hearing about SWATTING in the media recently. Many reporters have been discussing the rise of SWATTING. However, SWATTING has been occurring with teenagers who play online gaming since 2019. In 2019, I wrote on of my first articles regarding this new teenage activity. However, at that time since the targets were average…
Take a guess, how many studies exist examining the effectiveness of addiction programs for unwanted pornography viewing? The answer: ZERO. Pretty shocking right? Addiction recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) have been around for decades. These programs have helped countless people over the years overcome drug and alcohol problems. Many have attempted to apply the…
WHAT EVERY PARENT NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT AN IEP and A 504 PLAN By Dr Michael Rubino It is getting close to the time of the school year when IEPs are re-evaluated and when schools are deciding if students need an IEP. I am also already getting emails regarding IEPs that school districts failed to…
Do you have questions about marriage counselling and couples therapy? Read on to find out the answers to many commonly asked questions about this type of therapy. DOES MARRIAGE COUNSELLING WORK? There are several well-researched modalities used in couples therapy which have been demonstrated to be effective. For example, Emotionally Focused Therapy has been shown…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects both children and adults. It is characterized by symptoms such as difficulty concentrating, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattentiveness. While medication is commonly used to manage these symptoms, counselling and coaching, specifically ADHD counselling and coaching, can also play a vital role in the overall management…
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Todays world is very complex and confusing. This is exactly a time when parents and teenagers need to have open, honest communication. However, many teenagers report feeling frustrated with their parents because they feel that their parents do not listen to them. As a result, many teenagers decide not to listen to their parents. They…
Hypnotherapy is a form of therapy that uses hypnosis to help people achieve positive changes in their health and well-being. Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility that can enhance the power of the mind to influence the body and behavior. In this blog post, we will explore some of the…
“What are we doing to our kids?” is a quote from Cameron Crowe, who wrote the movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High a movie from 1982. I ask this question on a daily basis. Cameron Crowe while discussing the movie with CNN for their special report on movies made his statement about teenagers. He explained…