Many people feel hesitation when considering therapy  and you’re not alone in that. Many people carry the fear that therapy means something is “wrong” with them that they need to be “fixed.” This misconception can feel heavy and stigmatising, making the vulnerable step of reaching out for help feel even harder. But therapy is far […]

She was always the “easy” one.Quiet, polite. A teacher’s dream.She remembered to raise her hand, didn’t fidget too much, smiled when spoken to, and tried not to make anyone uncomfortable. On the outside, she was thriving.Inside, she was exhausted. For many neurodivergent people, the ability to “pass” as okay comes at a cost that others […]

It’s a question that comes up more often than you might think. It’s a thought that comes quietly, hesitantly, and sometimes with a tinge of guilt: “Is it okay if I don’t know what to talk about today?” The short answer? Yes. Absolutely. Therapy isn’t a performance. You don’t need to come in each week […]

Conflict is a part of life. We can try ignore it but it is inevitable. It is often viewed as a negative or bad thing. However, this is far from the truth. In fact, in a relationship, conflict is healthy and necessary. Conflict can bring couples closer, as well as encourage trust and intimacy. What […]

In today’s world, the topics of gender and sexuality are more visible than ever. It is a topic that individuals often have very strong opinions on. For some, it may be a point of discomfort or a taboo topic to talk about. While I could spend hours exploring this topic, I aim here to provide […]

It’s a question that drifts into therapy rooms and lingers in late-night thoughts:“Why am I so tired all the time?” Not just “I didn’t get enough sleep” tired. But a deeper, heavier tired – one that no amount of caffeine or early nights seems to fix. And yes, sometimes it is physical. Low iron. Thyroid […]

What is it? Impostor Syndrome is not a new phenomenon. The term ‘imposter phenomenon’ was first described in 1978 as a strong belief that one is not intelligent. It can further be described as the belief that one is not capable nor intelligent enough to fulfil one’s duties/responsibilities. An individual experiencing Impostor Syndrome feels scared […]

I’ve often seen these sorts of lists. But they never seem to have research backing them up. I thought, let’s do the research and see what the science says. As a psychologist with a science background, I love some good old research or science. This will be the first part in a series of science […]

Bullying is often thought of as playground teasing or rough playtime conflicts, but it can take many forms. Some forms are overt, while others are much more subtle. Whether it happens in person or online, bullying can deeply affect a child or teen’s sense of self, safety, and belonging. As caregivers, we want to protect […]

Our families are the first group of people we are introduced to in life. For better or worse, we are all born into a family. We don’t get to choose our families. Every family is different. Some find their family as a source of nurturing and support. Some find their families as a source of […]