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How to Access Mental Health Services in Hamilton and Halton Regions

Do you have a family member who is in the hospital with a mental health problem?  Do you know someone who should be in the hospital?  Navigating the mental health system in Ontario is challenging at the best of times.  Resources are stretched thin and people slip through the cracks.  How do you know if … Read more

Stress, Guilt and Caring for Elderly Parents

Do you have an elderly parent that looks to you for assistance with tasks that years or even months ago they could do independently?  Have you had to navigate the healthcare system on their behalf?  Are you learning all about retirement residences, nursing homes and long term care facilities – and what the differences are?  … Read more

What Is EMDR Certification and What Does It Mean?

As of December 2018, I am now Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy. What does that mean about me and what does it mean for you? Certified EMDR Therapist in Hamilton In order to become certified I have had 20 extra hours of supervision on top of basic EMDR Training.  I have … Read more

How to Find the Perfect Personal Counsellor/Therapist!

Taking the First Step Towards Psychotherapy and Personal Counselling! Have you have decided to take the first step towards psychotherapy and/or personal counselling? It might make you anxious just thinking about it.  Do you feel unsure about how to find the right personal counsellor who can help you, or what qualities are important?  You may … Read more

People Pleaser?

Who Always Comes First in Your Life? Others or yourself? People pleasing is a challenge for many people. People pleasers are often overwhelmed by the demands on their time.  They will do anything and everything for you.  They are often the first to volunteer and never say no when asked for help.  They are the … Read more