Understanding the Role of Consistency, Seasonality, and Psychological Readiness As summer arrives, many people begin reorganizing their routines. Schools pause, vacation time is booked, and for some, therapy sessions are quietly shelved until the fall. The assumption is that mental health care, like many other responsibilities, might benefit from a seasonal break. But should therapy follow the same seasonal patterns as the academic calendar or workplace schedules?  From a psychological perspective, the answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no.

What Wedding Season Might Be Stirring Beneath the Surface The sun is shining, the invitations are rolling in, and suddenly every weekend seems booked with showers, speeches, and slow dances. For some, wedding season brings joy. For others, especially those who find themselves in supporting roles again and again, it can stir a quiet, aching question: Why not me? While this phrase might seem lighthearted or even cliché, it can hold a surprising amount of emotional weight. Let’s talk about what’s often left unspoken.

"I understand". Two words from a therapist that can mean so much to a client. But what does the therapist really mean when they say this? Let's say the client is voicing concerns about managing their child's temper tantrums and the therapist has children of their own, so then they can truly understand. As therapists, we want to connect with clients and saying "I understand" is an effective way to do this. But sometimes we can't understand, not for lack of trying, but because we haven't walked in someone else's shoes. For me, understanding what some clients really experience took on a whole new meaning when I experienced what I call "Life on the other side".

U nderstanding the subtle difference that can change how we relate to others and ourselves The word boundaries has become a staple in modern wellness conversations. And for good reason: clear, healthy boundaries are essential for sustainable relationships, self-respect, and emotional wellbeing. But what often goes unspoken is how easily those boundaries can slip into something less helpful— walls . From a therapeutic standpoint, the difference between boundaries and walls is more than semantics. It’s about whether a person is protecting their energy in a healthy way, or unknowingly isolating themselves to avoid emotional discomfort.

When your child walks out of a therapy session, it's only natural to want to know how it went. You might be tempted to ask: “Was it good?” or “Did you have fun today?”

When someone experiences symptoms that intensely affect their thoughts, cognitive processes, and ability to function day to day over a prolonged period, they are often diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Upon first receiving a diagnosis or being labeled as “mentally ill” — such as with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, depression, or anxiety, to name a few — it may come as a relief to finally have an explanation for what’s been happening. For others, however, being labeled with a mental illness can bring feelings of shame, grief, despair, and hopelessness.

Have you or your child recently been diagnosed with ADHD? Have you tried every tip online, hoping something would finally click, only to feel like nothing really works? You're not alone — and there’s a reason for that.

Understanding the pull of the familiar—and how therapy can help us break free. Have you ever thought, “ Why do I keep ending up here? ” Maybe it’s falling for the same kind of person who can’t show up for you, burning out from always saying “yes,” or freezing during conflict even when you want to speak up. You know it doesn’t serve you—but somehow, you find yourself back in the same loop. The truth is, you’re not weak or broken. You’re running patterns that once helped you survive—and your brain hasn’t yet learned how to let them go. 

Every year on May 5 th , red dresses say in the wind across Canada- hanging from trees, draped on fences, and displayed in windows. They serve as a silence yet powerful reminder of the thousands of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) whose voices have been silenced. It is a day not only by grief and remembrance, but also by resilience, love, and the call for justice.