Written by: Carmen Mutschele, RCC While Intergenerational Trauma has become the buzz word in Psychotherapy over the last decade it hardly captures the pain, grief, and loss Indigenous people face to this day. I grew up in Germany where the Holocaust was covered extensively in Middle and Highschool and...
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For many people, the barrier to mental health support isn’t financial or accessibility but rather believing certain things about counselling and the therapeutic processes that simply are not true. These beliefs can prevent people from seeking out much needed mental health support. In this blog, the first for the season,...
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It’s June, meaning that for most people, summer plans are starting to take shape. Whether you’re going on a road trip, planning a trip to a different country, or relaxing at home, the summer can be an exciting time for people. It can also be stressful; making plans takes time...
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June is Men’s Health Month, and the theme this year is Never Alone. This theme could not have come at a better time; recent studies from Statistics Canada indicate that men make up approximately 75% of suicides each year. There are many factors that contribute to this number, chief amongst...
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While caregiving across generations isn’t new, today’s sandwich generation faces a uniquely intense version of it. Some individuals are simultaneously caring for ageing parents while supporting their own children—sometimes young, sometimes grown and still needing help. The emotional, financial, and physical demands of this role can be relentless, often leading...
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When your alarm goes off at 4 p.m. and you’re pouring cereal in broad daylight, it’s clear you’re not living the standard 9-to-5 lifestyle. Whether you work nights, early mornings, or rotating shifts, shift work can leave you feeling out of sync, affecting your mental health, physical health, sleep, and...
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Mental Health Week takes place from May 5 to 11, 2025, and this year’s powerful theme is "Unmasking Mental Health." This national campaign invites all of us to pause and reflect on how we approach mental wellness, not just within ourselves, but also in our workplaces, communities, and families. Too...
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Part One: Understanding the Journey Menopause is not the end of your vitality—it’s the beginning of a new chapter. Like any meaningful life transition, it brings change, questions, and the potential for personal growth. This is the first post in a three-part series designed to support you through the menopause...
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Time spent in nature offers a range of mental health benefits and serves as an antidote to the stresses of modern life. From reducing anxiety to improving mood and enhancing overall well-being, the positive effects of nature on mental health are well-documented and frequently recommended for maintaining balance in life. ...
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