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Whether you are a police officer, a firefighter, or a paramedic, you have been trained to scan the environment for danger. The challenge is staying stuck in hypervigilance after your shift is over. If you feel unsafe when nothing is wrong, you may have PTSD. If you are a first responder, work with first responders, … Read more
Veteran Mental Health in Canada: Signs You Might Need Support and What Works Are you having trouble adapting to civilian life? Do you have trouble sleeping at night or experience nightmares? Do you feel constantly on edge? More irritable than usual? Numb or disconnected? Are you having flashbacks or intrusive memories? If you answered yes … Read more
Do you often feel unsafe when nothing is wrong? Do you find yourself upset when there is no obvious reason? Do you worry about things that you think most people would classify as small? Have you tried for years to overcome feelings of vulnerability and what may appear to others as unreasonable fears? If this … Read more
A trauma therapist is someone who has special training to support individuals who have experienced trauma. Trauma therapists have a clear understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD, dissociation and related behaviours. Trauma therapists know how to work safely with trauma survivors and prioritize client safety. They explore the impact of the trauma, increase … Read more
The striking similarities between physical health AND mental health challenges Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have limited physical or mental health resources to manage your day? Recently, a friend sent me an article about The Spoon Theory written by Christine Miserandino. As I read, I realized there are distinct parallels … Read more
