Understanding the Phases of Trauma Therapy One of the most common things I hear prospective clients is: “I really want to process my trauma.” And yet, when I gently ask what that means to them, many people aren’t entirely sure. Sometimes they imagine it means talking...
For many years, our culture has celebrated qualities that are often associated with extroversion: being outgoing, highly social, quick to speak, and always ready for the next event. If you’re someone who prefers quieter environments, enjoys spending time alone,...
Many people assume confidence is something you either have or you don’t. They look at confident people and imagine they must feel certain, fearless, or naturally self-assured. But that is rarely what I see in therapy. More often, I meet people who are waiting to...
Have you ever tried to think your way out of anxiety, only to find that the racing thoughts, tight chest, or restless energy simply won’t settle? That’s because anxiety isn’t only a thinking problem. It’s also a nervous system experience. When...
You’ve worked hard for the life you have. The career, the title, the income, maybe even the house, the partner, the whole picture. By every external measure, you’ve made it. So why does it still feel hollow? If you’re a high achiever in Toronto quietly wondering...
