Meet Our New Therapist – Ashley
Hi there. My name is Ashley, and I am a social worker and therapist. I am also a Torontonian, a cat/animal lover, and tea enthusiast. Each and every one of us has a story, multiple stories [...]
Asking For Help
Asking for help is hard. So hard, in fact, that many of us avoid it all together. Whether it be asking for a small favor from a family member or friend, or expressing the ultimate vulnerability [...]
The Biology of Connection
Oxytocin is the main hormone that is associated with bonding. For a long time it was believed that oxytocin was primarily involved in mother/infant bonding (being released in enormous quantities [...]
Bipolar Disorder – Spotlight
Yesterday was World Bipolar Day. This day is celebrated each year on March 30th, the birthday of Vincent Van Gogh, who was diagnosed as probably having bipolar disorder. The purpose of this day [...]
Being a Support Person
Witnessing a loved one struggle with a mental illness can be very challenging and can leave you feeling helpless, frustrated and isolated. I've complied a list of 10 things that can help you if [...]