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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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.
How to Tune into Kids Anxiety When it Comes to Back to School
Back to school welcomes a whole host of emotions, from excitement to nerves to anxiety. Stephanie appeared on CHCH Morning Live to talked about this transition…
How Therapy can Help Students with School Stress and Mental Health
This week, we spoke to Student Therapist Shakela Austin, about Student Mental Health and how therapy can help students cope with student stress and their continued mental health…
Back to School Resource Guide for Parents and Students
Back to school season is upon us and whether your child is entering school for the first time or attending university, returning to school schedules and stress can be a lot to cope with. This Back to School Resource Guide helps both parents and students prepare for the year ahead…
10 Tips to Get Your Kids Feeling Good About Going Back-to-School
Back to school means many things to families as they prepare their kids for the school year ahead. Often, this sets the routine and expectations for the next ten months. There are some worries or fears that can come along. This list is designed to support you and your family to ensure everyone feels supported, prepared, and excited for September!
Self-Care Resource Guide
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 :).
Why Therapy in the Summer is Good for You
We spoke to Registered Social Worker Kate Brockbank about why therapy in the summer is good for you. Here’s what she told us…
10 Benefits to Therapy All Year Round
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.
What is Positive Co-Parenting And How You Can Achieve it?
Breaking up is hard to do…but even harder when you have children.
How Unhealthy and Abusive Relationships Impact Kids
Intimate partner violence can look different than you think. Learn what it is and how it affects children’s development.
2SLGBTQ+ Allyship and Mental Health
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.
Addressing Intimate Partner Violence and Violence Against Women
Intimate partner violence and violence against women has been declared an epidemic by Burlington City Council. Stefanie Peachey joined CHCH Morning Live to talk more about this alarming issue…
Indigenous Allyship Resource Guide
It is time to recognize the rich history, heritage, diversity and experiences of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. This Aboriginal Allyship Resource Guide highlights the importance of allyship and what we can do to support these members of our community.
Boys Cry Too
There’s still the idea that mental illness equates to weakness and it is one of the many reasons why we need to change the conversation about men and their mental health. We need to break the stigma so men can live healthier and longer lives.
10 Things Allies Can Do
Seeking to be an ally is an ongoing journey, and this list simply represents a starting point…
The Current State of Teen Mental Health
Let’s break down the facts about teen mental health, and how parents can help support their kids to be healthier and happier…
The Negative Effects of Social Media on Teens
These days, it's difficult for any teenager to fathom their life without social media. But there are potential risks and consequences of social media parents should of teens should know…
Having Trouble Connecting with your Teen?
How do you get your teen to open up to you? Here are 7 emotionally bonding questions you can ask to strengthen the relationship with your teenager.
Springing into Mental Health
Stefanie Peachey joined CHCH Morning Live in our Burlington Downtown to talk about how to ‘spring clean’ your mind…
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…