Christy Schaefer
2SLGBTQ+ Resources in Niagara
While it can be a wonderful experience to come out and embrace one’s true identity, this can often be a difficult and lonely time. Those...
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Christy Schaefer
- Jun 2
- 2 min
What is Religious Trauma?
Religion is a set of beliefs and practices that are often centered around devotion to a God or Higher Power. Religion often provides an...
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Sara Haines
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Am I codependent?
Codependency is a behavioural and emotional condition that we learn very young when we are unable to meet our own needs, and are forced...
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Vanessa Nixon
- Nov 16, 2021
- 2 min
Trauma Bonding: What is it and How to Heal
Written by Christy Schaefer, MACP Graduate Intern Trauma bonding is a term that defines a relationship where there are periods of turmoil...
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Vanessa Nixon
- Oct 10, 2021
- 2 min
Burnout: How to Recognize it and Ways to Prevent and Treat it
Written by Christy Schaefer, MACP graduate intern We all experience stress sometimes – this is a normal and expected part of day-to-day...
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- Sep 22, 2021
- 2 min
Cognitive Distortions: Identifying and Altering our Negative Thoughts
Written by graduate intern, Christy Schaefer Cognitive Distortions are errors in thinking that happen automatically and feel like fact....
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- Apr 15, 2021
- 2 min
50 Tips for Interrupting Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Anxiety is a pattern of behaviour that comes and goes, sometimes without any warning. Often there can be a triggering event but that’s...
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Danielle Gaio
- Apr 9, 2021
- 2 min
The Benefits of Virtual Therapy
In the last year, you may have a seen a lot of therapists or mental health organizations offering ‘virtual therapy’ in response to the...
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Danielle Gaio
- Apr 7, 2021
- 2 min
What No One Tells You About Anxiety
Symptoms of anxiety can leave you feeling misunderstood and isolated. Finding someone to talk to can help you realized you're not alone....
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Emily Barrett
- Apr 6, 2021
- 2 min
What To Do When Your Coping Skills Aren't Helping Anymore
Big life changes, stress, and trauma can throw us for a loop and make it harder to cope. It's important to know what you can do, and...
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Danielle Gaio
- Mar 23, 2021
- 2 min
Signs of Anxiety in Adults
Anxiety is a normal part of every human’s life. For example, you likely experience anxiety before a test or a job interview. However,...
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Danielle Gaio
- Mar 15, 2021
- 2 min
Signs You Might Be Depressed
It is important to know the signs so you can seek help for yourself or someone you know. Depression does not simply mean being unhappy....
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Danielle Gaio
- Mar 15, 2021
- 2 min
Ways to Increase Your Peace of Mind
In a busy world full of careers, finances, children, marriage, and health, it can be hard to find peace of mind. The following are some...
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Emily Barrett
- Mar 8, 2021
- 2 min
5 Ways to Help an Anxious Teen
There are many strategies that can help an anxious teenager feel better. Everyone is different, so it may take some trial and error and...
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Emily Barrett
- Mar 4, 2021
- 2 min
Grounding Techniques
These techniques can be useful during anxious episodes to help calm the body the mind What is Grounding? Grounding is a technique that...
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Danielle Gaio
- Mar 2, 2021
- 2 min
6 Eating Disorder Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions about eating disorders that can be harmful to the safety and recovery of those who are struggling. Take...
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Emily Barrett
- Feb 26, 2021
- 2 min
Symptoms of Anxiety
The effects of anxiety can be confusing and make you feel isolated. If you think you or your loved one may be experiencing the symptoms...
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Danielle Gaio
- Feb 21, 2021
- 3 min
Signs You May Be Struggling with an Eating Disorder
Are you worried that you or someone you love may be showing symptoms of an eating disorder? These common signs are important to look out...
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Emily Barrett
- Feb 16, 2021
- 2 min
How Much Stress is Too Much Stress?
Do stressful thoughts and feelings keep you from living the life you always hoped for? You're not alone. by Emily Barrett, therapist...
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Emily Barrett
- Feb 16, 2021
- 2 min
The Impacts of Trauma
Understanding the effects of trauma and seeking help can be a difficult task. Healing from the past is possible and you don't have to go...
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