Watching your child endure bullying and harassment from their peers is a difficult and painful experience for most parents. We want our children to be happy and healthy, and when they hurt, we hurt.Whether they’re at school or just looking at Snapchat on their phones, it can be virtually impossible … [Read more...]
Parenting the Highly Sensitive Child
If your child is sensitive to the emotions of others, worrisome and easily overwhelmed by changes or new people and environments, you may have a highly sensitive child. Parenting can be demanding, and parenting a highly sensitive child can present additional challenges. However, with a few simple … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Cope with Anxiety as a Parent
The hard work and unpredictability that makes parenting so rewarding can also cause a great deal of anxiety. Here are some simple ways to bring yourself to a place of calm.Make a To-Do ListRuminating on worries can cause lots of stress. Clear your mind by making a to-do list. Put down everything … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk
I shared this last year on#BellLetsTalk day and I think it bears repeating. 1 in 5 Canadians will be impacted by mental health concerns. Being a counsellor/mental health professional doesn't somehow immunize me from mental illness. This is my story... ...When I began working … [Read more...]