Why Anxiety Always Assumes the Worst (And What to Do Instead)
Anxiety Doesn’t Predict the Future – It Narrows the Possibilities Have you ever noticed how anxiety talks about the future with complete certainty? It doesn’t usually say, “This might happen.” Instead, it says: It presents these thoughts as facts, even though they’re really predictions. One of the biggest tricks anxiety plays is convincing you that there is […]
Why the Therapeutic Relationship Matters More Than You Think
When most people think about therapy, they picture coping skills, advice, worksheets, or deep conversations about childhood. And while those things can absolutely be helpful, research consistently shows that one factor matters more than almost anything else in therapy: The relationship between the therapist and the client. Not the perfect technique. Not a worksheet. Not […]
People Pleasing: Where It Comes From and How to Start Challenging It
“I just don’t want to upset anyone.” If you’ve ever said this (or thought it), you’re not alone. People pleasing is often misunderstood as simply being “nice” or “accommodating.” But underneath it is something much deeper – something rooted in safety, connection, and learned patterns. Let’s unpack where people pleasing comes from, and more importantly, […]
“You Must Think I’m Crazy” – What Your Therapist Is Actually Thinking
If you’ve ever sat in a therapy session and said, “You must think I’m crazy,” you are not alone. In fact, I hear this all the time. And I want to gently pull back the curtain on what’s actually going through your therapist’s mind in that moment – because I promise you, it’s not what you think. […]
Why Talking About Your Problems Isn’t Always Helpful (And What to Do Instead)
You’ve probably heard this before: “Just talk about it – you’ll feel better.” And sometimes, that’s true. But as a therapist, I want to offer a different perspective: Talking about your problems isn’t always helpful – especially when your nervous system is overwhelmed. If you’ve ever found yourself going over the same issue again and […]
5 Signs It Might Be Time to Consider Therapy
Life can be overwhelming at times, and it’s not always easy to recognize when extra support could help. If you’re in Ontario and wondering whether counselling might be right for you, there are some common signs to pay attention to. Therapy isn’t only for moments of crisis – it’s a proactive way to strengthen your […]
Transitioning Seasons & Mental Health
How Mental Health is Affected by Transitioning Seasons We all have a season we favor and look forward to each year. Most people, when asked, will say they have a favorite season. Usually it’s followed by all the reasons why. For those that love Spring reasons might be because the flowers begin to bloom and […]
Therapist Spotlight- Novelette
It is an important part of therapy to connect with your therapist and to have your therapist able to connect with you. Studies show that therapy is more beneficial when you have a good relationship with your therapist. At West Wellness we would like to help facilitate better relationships with our clients by sharing about […]
Is It Time To Break Up With Your Therapist?
Is It Ok To Break Up With Your Therapist? So you’ve been seeing a therapist for several months and you’re not sure you want to continue therapy with them. You’ve seen some progress with the things you’re working on, but you feel like you’re not really moving forward any longer. Is it ok to ditch […]
Instagram And Your Mental Health
Your Mental Health And Social Media Today, it’s almost unheard of for someone not to have a profile on one or more social media platforms. The latest Canadian social media statistics reveal that more than half of Canadians are registered to at least one social media platform. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and the list goes […]