My story: The lessons I’ve learned about ‘living’ at home during COVID-19

It was just before March break when life as I knew it changed forever. I am fortunate enough not to have lost anyone to the virus and I am not a front line health care worker, or someone who has to juggle raising young children while working from home. I am just one person with an experience to share that I hope brings some measure of comfort to those who might be going through similar things.

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Clutter vs. Compulsion: Are you a Collector or a Hoarder?

It’s very common for our homes to get messy and cluttered at times. Simply collecting or owning a lot of things does not mean someone has a hoarding disorder. So what is the difference between clutter, collecting, and hoarding? When does too much stuff become too much? Take our QUIZ.

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YOGA + TALK: Self-care in Action

On Wednesday Nov. 6th, 2019 we will be starting a very special group offering at everwell. We are combining yoga with traditional group psychotherapy to help participants explore self-care and their relationship to themselves. The group is open to anyone who would benefit from a deep dive into self-care and the many barriers to truly knowing and caring for ourselves.

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How to Deal with Back to School Anxiety

Starting or returning to school can be a fun, exciting, and anxious experience. Worries about school are normal and common but for some children, teens, and parents. But, too much worrying can cause a child to avoid making friends, attending class, or completing assignments and tests. When this begins to happen, here are some tips for parents.

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Top 3 Signs of Early Depression

When clients come to see me for depression counselling, I often observe that they are in what I call early depression. These are folks who just aren’t feeling quite right. There’s a sense of going through the motions and not being able to experience life to it’s fullest. Here are my top 3 warning signs of early depression to keep an eye out for.

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Does Couples Counselling Work?

“Does Couples Counselling Work?” This is the question that I get asked most frequently by couples attending counselling for the first time. As you can imagine, it’s a hard question to answer. There are several factors that contribute to the success of couples counselling (or marriage counselling if that describes your relationship). 

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Harness the Power of Physical Activity to Make You Feel Better

Sometimes we wish we could just run away from our problems. But rarely do we think about actually running away. Harnessing the power of physical activity can make you feel better. With some insight, intention, and perseverance you can move forward with feeling better both physically and emotionally.

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