by Wesley Macintyre | May 27, 2022 | Psychology, Self-Care, Thinking, What to expect
There are a number of reasons why people resist seeing a psychologist for therapy. Here are five of them: “Therapy is a quick fix.” “It’s like going to see a mechanic for a tune up,” has been a helpful metaphor for reducing stigma attached to seeing a...
by Lauren Chee | May 17, 2022 | Leadership, Thinking
With our national election this Saturday, the nation is thinking about leadership. However, leaders aren’t just politicians or CEOs. You’re a leader – and a good leader – if you see potential in others and try to develop it. Many of us may be...
by Wesley Macintyre | Apr 11, 2022 | Anxiety, Psychology, Thinking
Leon Festinger plays an important role in your life, even if you’re not aware of it. Festinger’s theory of cognitive dissonance refers to the internal discomfort we feel in moments of conflict between our attitudes, beliefs or behaviours. This dissonance is...
by Intake Officer | Apr 1, 2022 | Psychology, Relationships, Stress, Thinking
“I cannot believe he did that,” would have possibly been the first thought to cross our minds as we watched the unfolding of events at the Oscars this week. As we try to wrap our heads around what happened, it might help to know that when we are under immense stress,...
by Lauren Chee | Mar 11, 2022 | Psychology
Did you know that compared to men, women generally tend to underestimate their abilities, experience more self-doubt, and hesitate before making a decision, irrespective of their ability levels? In therapy, I’ve noticed that one of the most common goals women have for...
by Monica Jacob | Feb 24, 2022 | Psychology, Thinking
“I attribute my achievements to luck and external factors. I fear I might not live up to my expectations. I get stuck in spirals of self-doubt. I always write off my success. I have thoughts such as, ‘My accomplishments and ideas aren’t worthy of others’attention.’...
