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Why Do I Still Feel Triggered When I Know I’m Safe? How EMDR Therapy Can Help
Sometimes, one of the most frustrating parts of healing is knowing something logically but still feeling something completely different emotionally. You may know that your current relationship is different from your past one, but still panic when your par
Nurturing Connections: Practical Strategies to Build Intimacy in Relationships
At some point in our lives, we all desire to experience deep and loving relationships, yet we may not know where to begin or may be too afraid to welcome that kind of connection in our lives. However, it is important to understand that building intimacy is
What Is Perfectionism, Really?
Perfectionism is a concept that affects many of us these days. We have taken it on as a life companion and as our most trusted guide for reaching our goals and completing our tasks. Some people even see it as praiseworthy, describing a person with perfecti
Why Men Wait to Seek Help: A Male Therapist in Vancouver Explains
Why Men Wait to Seek Help: A Male Therapist in Vancouver Explains Many men become very good at handling things on their own. You may be used to solving problems, staying productive, supporting the people around you, and pushing through difficult periods w
Brain Injury Therapist Vancouver: Psychodynamic Therapy After Brain Injury
Finding Yourself Again After Brain Injury A brain injury can change how you experience yourself and the world around you. You may notice changes in memory, communication, emotional regulation, relationships, independence, or confidence. You may feel frus
Concussion Therapist Vancouver: Psychotherapy for Emotional Recovery After Concussion
A concussion can change much more than your memory, concentration, or energy. For many people, the most difficult part of recovery is feeling different from themselves. You may feel anxious about your symptoms, frustrated that recovery has not happened th
Why Introverts Feel Unheard (And Extraverts Feel Misunderstood)
The introverted and extraverted personality types were first described by Carl Jung in 1921. Since then, we've settled on a simple shorthand: extraverts are energized by the company of others, and introverts are energized by time alone. It's a useful start
Why Talking Works: How Words Help with Emotional Difficulties
When people consider therapy for the first time, they often wonder: how can talking make a difference? If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress, or emotional overwhelm, it can seem unlikely that simply speaking abou