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By: Sheri Thibeau, Ph.D Key Takeaways Predictability: Boundaries establish the structure needed for the nervous system to stop scanning for threats. Agency: Setting a boundary is a health metric that restores the power lost during trauma. Safety Equipment: Boundaries...

By Sheri Thibeau, Clinical Lead If you have spent years wondering why "just trying harder" never seems to work, you are likely looking for more than just a label. You are looking for a strategy. Navigating the healthcare system for an adult ADHD assessment in Red...

By Sheri Thibeau, Clinical Lead at It Takes Practice In my work as the Clinical Lead at It Takes Practice, I often sit across from couples who are deeply exhausted. They describe a sense of "walking on eggshells" where every attempt to set a healthy boundary...

The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Yet, for many men, especially those navigating separation, divorce, or loneliness, this time of year can feel anything but festive. The emotional landscape of the holidays is complex,...

By Amber Chamberlain, MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist Making the decision to seek support is a significant step toward mental wellness. However, once you decide to look for help, the next hurdle often appears immediately: navigating the terminology. If you...

By Amber Chamberlain, MACP Making the decision to start therapy is an act of courage. It acknowledges that you are ready for change, healing, or simply a safe space to process your life. However, once you’ve made that decision, a new challenge arises: How do you find...

By Amber Chamberlain, MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist Key Takeaways: Counselling is a goal-oriented process led by a qualified therapist. It provides a safe, confidential space to explore emotions, build coping skills, and enact lasting change. The therapy...

What is the Difference Between Demands, Requests, and Boundaries? One fundamental part of communication is understanding the distinction between boundaries, requests, and demands. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they represent three different...

This blog details how to cope with hardship that is a part of life, and how a psychologist may help. We will challenge the idea that life is about being happy, and share ineffective coping strategies that many people use to cope with conflict and pain. Happiness is...