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Should I Get Psychological Testing?

August 5, 2022

Psychological testing can provide valuable insight into your mental health, and its benefits can support your next steps with greater direction. Many people feel unsure about the testing process and wonder if it fits their needs. This guide walks through what psychological testing includes and how it differs from shorter assessments. What Psychological Testing Includes and Why Psychological Testing Benefits Matter Psychological testing goes far beyond a short visit or a quick screening. It offers structured tools…

Should I Invite a Loved One to My Therapy?

August 4, 2022

Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified  Are you participating in individual therapy and are considering inviting a family member, friend, or romantic partner to your therapy session(s)? Are you wondering whether this is a good idea? I’ve discussed this decision with many of my clients. At times, my clients will determine that it’s a good idea, and other times they discover that it’s not.  Consider these points if you are thinking of inviting a loved one to…

How Can I Teach My Child Life Skills in a Fun Way?

August 1, 2022

By Karin Luk, LGSW Teaching children can be tricky. You know there are so many things you want your child to know like the importance of listening or being patient with others but HOW to teach these skills is a struggle. Play is an important part of every child’s development and it happens to be an effective, natural way to teach important life skills. Through play a child gets the chance to develop problem-solving skills, practice communication,…

How Can a Therapy Consultation Be Helpful for You?

July 13, 2022

By: Zana Van Der Smissen Hello, and welcome back to another blog! Today, I am going to be talking through therapy consultations before going into intake sessions and how they can be useful in learning if the therapist you are talking to is a good fit for you and your needs.  Firstly, what is a therapy consultation? A consultation is something that is offered by some therapists where you can ask any questions you’d like, or get…

5 Steps to Giving an Effective Apology

July 9, 2022

Jeremy Parker MA, M.Ed, LAC, NCC Apologizing can be very hard to do. Our minds naturally try to talk us out of apologizing, telling us things like, “you didn’t do anything”, “you’re going to look weak”, or “apologizing won’t change anything, what’s done is done.” This is often just our pride and ego talking, which keeps us from building and maintaining healthy relationships. However, there are some of us who may have tried apologizing in the past,…