We often don’t realize how much our breathing habits affect our bodies. Sitting for long periods can cause the muscles between our ribs to become cramped, and our neck and shoulder muscles to take on more work. But there’s a simple solution: Diaphragmatic Breathing!

Modern life can leave us in positions that pull our heads and shoulders forward, creating discomfort in our neck, back, and shoulders. But don’t worry! There are simple ways to counteract this.

When a child’s emotions escalate, it’s natural to want to step in and fix things immediately. However, understanding the underlying mechanisms of overwhelm can provide clarity and guide you in supporting your child through these challenging moments.

Menopause is a transformative phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of her reproductive years and bringing a cascade of physical and emotional changes.  Our ovaries are reaching the final chapter of their life cycle.  Despite its significance, the reality of menopausal support and care often reveals a mix of challenges and opportunities for empowerment.

In our tech-driven world, we spend a lot of time looking down, which can lead to what’s known as “forward head posture.” This posture causes the muscles in the front of your neck and shoulders to tighten and the muscles in the back of your neck and upper back to overwork. Over time, this imbalance can lead to discomfort and even pain.

DBT is a form of therapy that is used to reduce self harm behaviors, to decrease anger and other problems related to emotional regulation. However, DBT can also be very useful and beneficial during couples therapy by focusing on skills to improve dysfunctional behaviors related emotional regulation.  You may be wondering what this means or even looks like in a relationship.

Importantly, trauma-informed massage does not involve reliving or discussing past traumatic events. Instead, it focuses on gently and respectfully tracking sensations in the body as tension is released. This ensures that tension is not released too aggressively, which could cause the body to revert to its protective holding pattern.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is helpful for managing anxiety at the start of a high school or college year in many ways!

As a parent, one needs to be ready to face all kinds of challenges. Like receiving a serious or sudden news regarding your child’s health, which can be destabilising in many ways. So, here’s a quick checklist of how you can responsibly handle your child’s health crisis and care for them without compromising your own emotional and mental well-being.

In the anticipated days of the coming Fall months as new schedules arrive, we ask ourselves how do we stay intentionally connected with one another?

Picture this: you and your partner are in a disagreement, and your partner says or does something that suddenly cascades you into a different space. Rather than feeling minor frustration or annoyance, your emotions suddenly turn a sharp corner. It's like these emotions are pushing you into a deep dark hole and whatever your partner is saying, you can't hear anymore.    It's likely that you (and maybe your partner) are feeling flooded.

Trying to convince a child that they should not be afraid does not ease anxiety, but rather continues to fuel it. So, if you shouldn’t ease your child’s anxiety in this way, what can you do to support your child with their worries and fears through this season?

Signs of unforgiveness can include negative emotions when thinking about the person or event, bursts of anger disproportionate to the situation, feelings of depression or anxiety, inability to trust, and overgeneralization.

Every mom experiences postpartum uniquely, and some may have challenges related to executive functioning, sensory sensitivities emotional regulation and parenting style. If you're navigating these challenges, I want to reassure you that your feelings and struggles are valid and not uncommon.

If you are looking to get help through counselling, RMT or acupuncture in Langley or Surrey and need direct billing options, we may be able to help. There are a number of providers that now allow counsellors to access direct billing.

A common concern among newcomers and seasoned clients alike is the sensation experienced during acupuncture sessions. The dichotomy of comfort versus discomfort in acupuncture can significantly impact the effectiveness of the treatment and the your overall experience.

Sandtray is an evidence-based therapeutic technique or tool involving kinetic sand and mini figurines/objects that opens up many possibilities for growth and healing. It can complement talk therapy by engaging the mind-body connection, or it can be done quietly to help a person process their internal world and emotional experiences.

Studies show that the first 3 years after babies were born, a whopping 2/3rd of parents experienced a significant drop in their relationship quality. Being with the baby was so sweet but being together as partners turned bitter causing a significant increase in conflict in your realtionship.

Developing sustainable healthy eating habits can feel like a daunting task, especially with so many diets and trends competing for attention. However, lasting change comes from adopting habits that are practical and enjoyable. Here are three effective ways to cultivate healthy eating habits that stand the test of time.

The process of affair recovery can be an emotional roller coaster including feelings of betrayal, confusion, guilt, shame, anger, grief and sadness. It is possible that both partners desire to repair the relationship. Here are some steps to take.