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How to Support a Family Member With a Drug or Alcohol Addiction

Drug and alcohol addiction can be devastating to those who suffer from it. Unfortunately, it isn’t only the person with the addiction that suffers – their loved ones also feel the devastation and often struggle to cope with the disease.

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How To Find The Best Counsellor For You

If you’ve ever thought about seeking out a counsellor or therapist, you might just be getting started on a journey into uncharted territory. Should you prioritize cost, location, specialization, or some combination of these factors? The decision isn’t one to be taken lightly, as the right counsellor can make a world of difference in your …

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How To Manage Anxiety and Stress

Many people struggle with managing anxiety at home or at work – it’s more common than you might think. But the good news is, there are simple and natural ways to help manage your anxiety. Mindfulness, relaxation, and different ways of thinking are just some of the ways to do this – and in this …

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How to Get the Most Out of Counselling

There are many people in Calgary and around Canada seeking out the services of behavioural therapists and other counsellors. Whether they are first-time clients getting an introduction to the world of therapy, or long-time attendees with years of experience, the idea of seeing a psychologist or other professional has never been more popular. However, this …

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How to Manage Social Anxiety

How to Manage Social Anxiety Social situations aren’t always comfortable. Even for the most confident people, there would be at least one social situation in their lives where they have felt nervous…and that’s okay! It’s normal for some social events like public speaking, going on a date or joining a new exercise class to evoke …

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How to Cope with Feelings of Loneliness

Loneliness can be a complicated emotion. It’s normal to feel lonely sometimes, and while loneliness isn’t necessarily a mental health problem, the two can be strongly linked. We know that it’s possible to feel lonely in a crowded room full of people, and possible to be alone without feeling lonely. So, what is loneliness, and …

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How to Manage Grief

How we grieve is a result of several factors such as our individual personalities, cultural norms, the circumstances of the grief, and the support system we have to help us through.  

How to Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder in Calgary Winters

If you are from Calgary, you know the winters can be long, cold and dark. While some people thrive through the winter months and enjoy the snowy winter wonderland, others struggle with their mental health and suffer from a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD.

How to Support a Partner Who Has Anxiety

If your partner suffers from an anxiety disorder, relationship challenges may become increasingly difficult to navigate. Here are a few ways you can support your partner on their journey to mental health.