Background Ontario has a housing and homelessness crisis fuelled by several factors, including low vacancy rates, limited housing supply, and a lack of options. Combine this with stagnate wages, skyrocketing rents, and out of reach homeownership and you have a major problem. Access to housing is a major social determinant […]
Yearly Archives: 2022
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Overview When I talk to potential clients during meet and greets, a question I get often is which therapy they should be looking for based on their reasons for seeking counselling. Often this question can be difficult to know without time to do a proper assessment of what is going […]
What is supportive therapy? Simply, supportive therapy is a type of talk therapy that give clients the time and space in session to vent and discuss problems. In essence, it can be what many people expect when they reach out to helping professionals. By the therapist creating this space and […]
What is Talk Therapy? Talk therapy or psychotherapy is a method of communication between therapists and clients. The goal of talk therapy is to work towards positive changes for individuals and families, such as increased emotional and social well-being. Psychotherapy is beneficial for anyone that is experiencing stress, life transitions, […]
Searching for Counselling When individuals, couples, and families decide that it’s time to seek out mental health services, it is a great first step on the journey of healing and self-discovery. Yet there can be challenges in choosing the best therapist to guide you through this journey. 5 Tips to […]
Mental Health Practitioners When people begin their process of searching for therapists, often they realize the different mental health practitioners that offer services. This may cause some questions about which you should reach out to begin this journey. There are different professional and educational backgrounds to consider including psychiatrists, psychologists, […]
About me My name is Carly, and I have been a social worker since 2017. I’ve known for a long time that pursuing a career in social work was the right path for me. This path is a calling I cannot ignore. After experiencing adversities, social workers helped my family […]