Health
Anger has a reputation. It is linked with hostile, aggressive, volatile, and even violent behaviour. So we shy away from it—we’d rather feel happy, joyful, optimistic, or excited. But is anger all bad? It’s Skye
There are many kinds of trauma, but have you ever heard of financial trauma? It’s Nyamal on the Dóchas blog today, and I want to dive into this topic. In my work as a financial
Have you ever sacrificed a few hours of sleep to sneak in some last-minute studying before an exam? Or binge-watched the latest season of your favourite series on Netflix? Perhaps you fell victim to the
Relationships
Have you ever wondered why you get so upset when your friends or your partner don’t reply quickly to your text? Or why the same old arguments keep coming up in your relationship? Maybe you’ve
General Information, Information About Therapy
We’d like to introduce you to Cheyanne, Skye and Nyamal (Nye), our newest cohort of interns. These fantastic humans are all finishing their Masters level work before becoming Registered Psychologists and are here to hone
It’s okay to have expectations in a relationship. But they become a silent killer of relationships when expectations are not communicated but still expected—and this is called uncommunicated expectations. It’s Stacey on the Dóchas blog
Self-Care
For some people, this time of year is all about new year’s resolutions as a way to make changes in their lives. Yet, what if you are feeling stuck by your circumstances? There may be
General Information
Here are the absolute best resources we put out on the blog, as chosen by YOU! These are the blogs you read the most, and we’re so happy that these topics resonated with you. We
Anxiety and Stress, Health, Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Are you waiting for a reply to one of your texts right now? How does it feel? Maybe you’re feeling a bit on edge, or a bit nervous. Texting can definitely cause texting anxiety, as
Health, Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Eating disorders can be a sensitive topic, and navigating them can feel overwhelming. It’s Melanie on the Dóchas blog today, and I’d like to break down what signs of an eating disorder commonly look like.
(We treat your email like a secret. No sharing, ever!)