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Grief

Grief, also sometimes called bereavement, is a hard thing to define. Most often we think of grief as…

Being a new parent is tough regardless of how old you are, how you came to be a parent or what your family situation is…

How do I know if my friend needs urgent help?

You’re not in an emergency, but realize you’re having a hard time and would like to talk to a mental health professional.

Mental health issues are treatable health conditions. When you talk with others about how you feel, you may…

If you are not in crisis, a good first step to accessing mental health help is by visiting your family doctor.

Talking to a counsellor can help you to understand your options and problem solve.

One simple reason to go to therapy is that it helps to be listened to. Talking to a therapist…

When someone has obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), they cycle between having intrusive thoughts and performing compulsive acts or rituals…

Social anxiety disorder is different for different people. For some, it can mean being terrified of specific social situations, like…

The first appointment is for your counsellor / therapist to get as much information as possible, but also…

If you are concerned about a friend, but don’t know exactly what’s wrong, it’s a good idea…