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The key to overcoming loneliness and fostering meaningful relationships lies in cultivating a sincere relationship with oneself.

In the intricate landscape of mental health and well-being, unconventional journeys often lead us to unexpected places in search of solace. For those entrenched in the relentless grip of depression and burnout, the quest for a lifeline can be profoundly disheartening. Yet, there's a flicker of hope on the horizon: ketamine assisted psychotherapy. It's not just about addressing depression; it's also about offering a sanctuary for those navigating the labyrinthine overlap of de

Photo by Stella Jacob on Unsplash Hey there, my fellow seekers of mental clarity and well-being! Have you ever found yourself daydreaming...

A friend reminded me last week of a bit of wisdom that I've heard before but that is easily forgotten in the rush of our oh-so-busy...

(aka How to Live Authentically) Have you ever felt like you were living someone else's life? Like you were following a script that wasn't...

In recent years, there has been a growing body of research exploring the relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder...

It’s no secret that we are in a mental health crisis that was exacerbated by the COVID pandemic, growing economic instability and social unrest. At our clinic we have seen an increase over the last few years in not only the demand for mental heath services, but also an increase in the severity of symptoms. The last few years have taken a toll and it is showing. Mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and complex trauma are a major public health concern worldwide,

You may have noticed an increase in the use of the tag #MentalHealthMatters lately. Partly this is because we are in a prolonged mental...

Last week's email linked to an article I wrote about Embracing Discomfort as a path to wholeness. If you didn't read it, here is that...

By Carrie Bailey, functional nutritionist You are the host of trillions of microscopic microbes living in your gut. That’s more microbes...

There is no getting around it - life can be tough. Really tough. Sometimes it feels like we're constantly hitting roadblocks and facing...

This week I am starting from a phrase used often by one of our therapists, Jesalyn Eatchel, LCSW: "Our issues are in our tissues!" This...

Discomfort is an unavoidable part of life. It comes in many forms, from physical pain to emotional challenges. Our natural instinct is often to avoid or suppress these uncomfortable feelings, but the truth is that avoiding discomfort can actually make it worse. The popular quote "what we resist persists" highlights this fact, and underscores the importance of embracing discomfort in order to overcome it. Why We Resist Discomfort There are a number of reasons why we instinctiv

Some of you have heard me say that life is lived in the small moments . Let me explain that a little further because this little concept...

Last week was a difficult one for me personally, and I encountered some challenges that in the past would probably have knocked me down...

Depression and anxiety have been on the rise over the last several years, both in frequency and also in severity. Did you know that...

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy that was developed in the 1980s by Dr. Marsha Linehan. It was created with the intent to treat severe emotional dysregulation, which can be a common symptom of several mental illnesses. Specifically, it was developed to help individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), a mental health condition that can cause intense, unstable emotions, impulsive behaviors, and difficulties in relationships. DBT has been

It has been a brutal few years hasn't it? I think 2023 is going to be the year when we really start to see the deep impacts of burnout...

" Holding on to resentment is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die." This quote, or variations of it, has been...

Happy Wednesday! Did you know that today we are welcoming in Black History Month? I want to take this opportunity to share one of my...