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More mental health professionals are speaking out on the importance of resilience in helping counteract serious conditions like depression and anxiety. If you feel that your resilience reserves are running
It’s not always easy to separate the relationship between anxiety and depression. These two common mental health conditions often occur in tandem, and can present with similar symptoms. Understanding how
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – Lauren had been diagnosed with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD and body dysmorphia. She describes how she had given up
You’re in the middle of sweeping your kitchen when suddenly a disturbing thought appears in your mind. Where did it come from? What does it mean? And most importantly, should
It’s normal to sometimes wish we had handled a situation differently, and to experience guilt around a negative outcome. But what if that guilt never really dissipates? Understanding the causes
Most people think of bipolar disorder as periods of high energy or “mania” followed by periods of depression. However, bipolar anger is a common phenomenon among those living with this
Trouble sleeping is often a symptom of a deeper issue, and for some people, may be linked to a mental health disorder. Fortunately, the right kind of treatment can provide
Most of us have moments when we space out and detach from situations we find overly stressful or emotionally taxing, but what about when these moments become a regular occurrence
It is impossible to overstate the importance of self-esteem and mental health in achieving personal goals and strengthening the relationship you have with yourself and others. This year, commit to
It’s easy to find an excuse to avoid treatment for a mental health condition, but it is far more difficult to ignore the long-term side-effects of not getting help. Living
While many of us turn to fatty or sugary snacks in times of stress, healthy food has a much stronger potential to positively impact our mood and reduce our stress
Our idiosyncrasies and quirks are a normal part of what shape our overall personalities, but when do those unique aspects signal there may be something more significant going on? Being
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
