MENTAL HEALTH BLOG
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Information, teachings and tips for anyone to reference during challenging times, stressful moments and difficult transitions.
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A Mental Health Guide for Caregivers: Coping with Stress, Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
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.
Top 10 Ways Parents Can Help Their Kids Prepare for the New School Year
Preparing for the new school year is about setting up a supportive environment that fosters confidence, enthusiasm, and mental well-being. Here are the top 10 ways parents can help their kids get ready for the new school year…
The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Moms
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…
Why Being an Ally is Important for Our Mental Health
Being an ally is not only a moral imperative but also profoundly beneficial to both individual and collective mental health…
The Power of Journaling for Your 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…
Top 10 Reasons Why Summer is a Great Time to Start Therapy
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…
Senior Mental Health and the Benefits of Therapy
Are you a senior or caring for an elderly parent? We spoke to Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Jennifer Murdock, about Seniors and Mental Health and here’s what she had to say…
How Healthy is Your Relationship?
How healthy is your relationship with your partner? Use our Questionnaire and find out your relationship strengths and which areas of your relationship are in need of improvement.
How to Set Mental Health Goals for Personal Growth
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…
Why Goal Setting is Good for You
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…
Top 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays with Family
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.
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.
Setting Holiday Boundaries: Is it Tradition or Obligation?
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.
What is EMDR?
This week, we spoke with Divya Dorairaj, a Registered Psychotherapist here at Peachey Counselling, about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
The Importance and Power of Hope
This week, we spoke to Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying, Jennifer Murdock about hope and mental health…
Are You Experiencing Workplace Burnout?
Stressed out at work? Use our Questionnaire and find out whether or not you are experiencing workplace burnout and what to do about it.
Top 10 Ways to Deal with Uncertainty
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.
What To Do When You Hate Your Job But Can’t Afford To Quit
We spoke to Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Kirsten Davidson about workplace mental health and what to do if you ‘hate’ your job but can’t afford to quit.
Top 10 Boundaries to Create at Work
Professional boundaries are important to increase work productivity and satisfaction and establish a healthy work–life balance. Here are the top 10 boundaries to create at work…
Mental Health at Work Resource Guide
Focusing on how to transition from work life to home life or how to manage stress and duties at work can leave us feeling drained and unsupported. Here are a list of resources for you to get started on your workplace mental health journey.
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…