The holidays are often described as "the most wonderful time of the year," but if we’re being honest, they’re also the most exhausting. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what this mental load looks like, how it impacts us, and how we can take steps to reclaim joy during the season.

Mental health awareness is evolving, but it’s taken generations to reach the conversations we’re having today. Each generation brings unique views shaped by cultural norms, societal pressures, and available resources. Understanding these generational shifts helps us see how far we’ve come—and how we can continue to support each other across generations.

This mental health guide for caregivers looks at the challenges of caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma— that affect individual caregivers - and provides tips and resources to cope with the responsibilities of that role.

As moms, we often put ourselves at the bottom of the priority list, especially when it comes to juggling responsibilities at work and home while carrying a heavy mental load. But self-care is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Mama, it’s time to care of you…

Being an ally is not only a moral imperative but also profoundly beneficial to both individual and collective mental health…

For those seeking to enhance their self-care routine, integrating journaling can be a transformative practice that promotes mental clarity, emotional healing, and overall well-being. Learn how…

The summer offers a unique set of advantages that make it an excellent time to engage in therapeutic work. In fact, here are the top 10 reasons why summer is a great time to start therapy…

Did you know that over 15% of the world’s population is considered neurodivergent? Here’s what you need to know about neurodivergence, adult ADHD and mental health…

Many adults have been living with ADHD - Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder - and don’t recognize it. Why? Because its symptoms are often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. If you’re wondering if you have Adult ADHD, here are some self-assessments to get you started…

Personal development is the belief that you are worth the effort, time and energy needed to develop yourself. Let’s talk about how you can you can make meaningful change in your life…

At the end of each year, people worldwide have one common practice: setting New Year's resolutions. While it may be easy for some, setting goals AND achieving them can be challenging for most people. Let’s talk about the importance of setting goals and why they are good for your mental health…

Whether you're dealing with in-laws, sibling rivalry, or toxic relatives, these tips are designed to make your holiday experience more enjoyable and less stressful.

Now’s the time to reduce your stress and reclaim your peace. In this blog post we’ll talk about what you can do to give yourself to realign with the true meaning of the season by setting healthy holiday boundaries.

This week, we spoke with Divya Dorairaj, a Registered Psychotherapist here at Peachey Counselling, about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

This week, we spoke to Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying, Jennifer Murdock about hope and mental health…

What can we do to deal with the anxiety we're feeling, despite the fact that we can't change the current uncertainty? Continue reading for these ten research-based strategies for handling uncertainty and anxiety.

We have compiled a small list of activities that may work for you to get into your self-care routine, along with some links to areas or activities :).

We spoke to Registered Social Worker Kate Brockbank about why therapy in the summer is good for you. Here’s what she told us…

We have compiled a list to discuss ten reasons why therapy is beneficial all year and how it can create positive impacts on your life.

June is always sunny, the days are longer, and we are excited about summer being around the corner. It is a fantastic time to show up for the groups that enrich our communities. June is Pride Month, where we celebrate the identities, strengths, and progress made by the 2SLGBTQ+ community. It is also a great time to show our continued support to this community.