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Most of us have seen the headlines of celebrities struggling with addiction and going to rehab. With that, comes the scandal, shame, and stigma portrayed by the headlines and tone with which the stories are written. As a society, we have been conditioned to think that addiction is correlated with weakness and a lack of willpower. The stigma of addiction is slowly lessening with more exposure and education, nonetheless, we have a long way to

What is Humanistic Therapy? Humanistic therapy is based on the premise that everyone is unique and emphasizes the importance of being your true authentic self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. Therapy is customized for the individual, allowing you to guide your session and take responsibility for your own growth. It is personalized to serve your needs and goals, understanding that your perspective can shape your direction in achieving your goals. It allows

Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach closely related to cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). DBT focuses on emotional regulation, acceptance and change, mindfulness, and being present in the moment. DBT was initially developed to help treat borderline personality disorder however it was soon proven to be effective for other concerns such as addiction, eating disorders, self-harm, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety to name a few. When is Dialectical Behavioural Therapy right for

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a therapeutic approach based on thoughts and how they relate/influence behaviours. For example, when a person has depression, their perceptions and interpretations become distorted. A distorted view can make someone more susceptible to: a negative mindsetjumping to conclusionsmistakenly seeing situations as catastrophicseeing things as either good or bad with nothing in between CBT in Toronto helps you gain awareness of inaccurate or negative thinking so you can view challenging situations

Whether you’re contemplative or ready to begin therapy, the following information will be helpful for you! Therapy is an amazing resource for you to utilize on your journey of self-discovery and healing. Sometimes we can’t rely on our friends or family to give us unbiased support so seeking guidance from a therapist is the natural next step. But where do you start? After reading this blog, you will learn about the different mental health provider

Starting therapy can be exciting and unsettling and many people avoid it all together. But why? The purpose of therapy is essentially to learn more about yourself, an attempt to face the past where healing is warranted, learn new coping skills, and gain confidence, amongst other benefits. So why the avoidance to begin? I became intrigued and asked colleagues, friends, family, and the general public for their input. Below I have compiled a list of the most common reasons that