MENTAL HEALTH BLOG
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Resources for Parents with Neurodivergent Kids
The phrase "neurodiversity" appears to be used a lot these days. However, what exactly does the term "neurodiverse" actually mean? And, more importantly, if you are the parent of a neurodiverse, what resources are available for you…
Everything to Know About Child Play Therapy
We spoke to Simren Kanwal about the many questions that are asked about child play therapy and what you as parents can expect in deciding whether or not play therapy is a good choice for your child.
Top 10 Ways to Say “No” to Your Kids and Why You Should…
In this blog post we'll explore the importance of saying "no" to your kids and how doing so can contribute to raising financially responsible and mindful adults.
Motherhood and Mental Health
Stefanie Peachey is a Registered Social Worker and owner/director of Peachey Counselling and Family Support. She took some time to answer questions about mental health and motherhood for this month’s blog. Not only does Stefanie work with parents in this capacity, but she is a mom to three – soon to be four – kids! She speaks about her experiences as a parent, the stigma around a mother’s mental health, and ways to challenge the norms in place.
When Parents Separate Group for Kids
Kate Brockbank (RSW) will be running our When Parents Separate group program, beginning on March 22, 2022. We sat down with Kate to give us some of the benefits of this group, and why a group of this nature could benefit children whose parents are separated or divorced.
The Kids Are Not Alright
If you’re worried about your child’s mental health right now, you are not alone. Countless parents and caregivers are finding themselves confronted with the assortment of emotions that children are throwing their way. We interviewed Melissa Persadie, a Registered Social Worker from Peachey Counselling and Family Support, to grasp her thoughts on the subject, and here’s what she had to say…
Empower your healing.
Looking for more ways to access expert information, practical steps and free mental health resources? Here are some more ways to grow forward through every phase and stage of life.
Wondering what to expect from therapy?
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, this FREE guide can help answer your questions and help relieve any worries…