What is a Codependent Relationship? Healthy relationships are usually fairly equal and are characterized by give and take from both partners. It's normal to want to make reasonable changes to make our partner happy. However, in a codependent relationship, one person gives too much whilst the other person takes too much. This behaviour makes [...]
TW: If you or someone you know is experiencing violent thoughts or actions due to anger, please stop and connect with these help now resources. Anger can emerge in many forms: from the slow buildup of upsetting situations to a sudden, unexpected event. Anger is usually considered an unpleasant experience and can be particularly [...]
Trigger warning: This article briefly mentions self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Borderline Personality (BPD) is believed to affect anywhere between 1-4% of the population. It can be argued that BPD is the most commonly talked about personality disorder currently. While these discussions can bring about awareness and advocacy for the proper treatment of the diagnosis, it [...]
As society becomes more open and aware of the importance of mental health, therapy is slowly becoming less stigmatized. There are definitely still people who are afraid to take the plunge and try out therapy, but of those individuals who give it a shot, many find it to be extremely helpful with their personal growth. [...]
CBT Works Well for Couples Have you considered starting couples counseling with a loved one? First off, congratulations on making such an important consideration for your relationship! Couples counseling is a fantastic option to get two people on the same page in a romantic relationship. You may be familiar with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) already. [...]
Imagine you are sitting in bed relaxing when out of no where you have an unsettling thought. The thought feels random and unprompted, which leads to fear and anxiety. This can feel uncomfortable and may lead to feeling guilty for having the thought. While these thoughts are, in reality, of no harm to you, [...]
Perhaps you have heard about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, also known as CBT. Have you ever wondered what makes CBT unique compared to other types of therapies that are offered? If so, you are in the right place! In this article we are going to explore the different components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. #1 CBT [...]
We all have our moments where we find ourselves feeling anxious in social situations. Social anxiety may be brought on by the social situation, such as meeting a significant other's family for the first time. It also can be due to the people you find yourself surrounded with, such as new groups of individuals [...]
When Covid-19 led to mass shutdowns globally, we as a society quickly turned to technology to find ways to work, interact, and even receive medical attention. One of the biproducts of this concept is a major surge in Teletherapy. People could now access mental health services from the comfort of their own home. Today, [...]
What is Trauma? Trauma is defined as "an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape or natural disaster."Written by American Psychological Association . Trauma can be a multitude of things and can differ from one person to the next. What is traumatic to one person may not be to someone else, [...]
