Traditionally, career paths were linear: education, a stable job, and retirement after decades in the same field. However, today’s professional landscape is far more fluid. With more years available to work, individuals are discovering new
Hi, I’m Amy, an intern here at Dóchas in Spruce Grove, and I was married to my husband for about a year before we had our first boy. Previous to early motherhood, our social life
Anxiety is a common and often misunderstood experience. For many, it can feel like a pervasive, inexplicable sense of dread or unease that arises seemingly out of nowhere. While anxiety can be triggered by specific
Emotions, love them or hate them, we all have them. It’s Rachael on the blog this week—we’re talking emotions. They influence every aspect of our lives, from our decisions to how we connect with others.
Hi everyone. Renee here, an intern at Dóchas Psychological in Spruce Grove, Alberta, and someone who is recovering from perfectionism. As we enter a new year, it’s easy to reflect on 2024 and feel like
In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of slowing down can feel like a luxury – one that many of us struggle to afford or even allow ourselves to experience. Whether it’s work, social obligations, or
Hi everyone, Sierra here on the blog today. In my first-ever blog post, we’ll dive into understanding fawning as a trauma response. We’ll look at how people-pleasing behaviours can stem from past abuse or perceived
With warmer weather, longer days, and summer months fast approaching, there’s no better time to talk about the positive effects of spending time outdoors. Those long, bitter, cold months make the sunny days all the
When it comes to mental health, a lot of people wonder about recovery, especially those dealing with complex trauma. One question I get asked often, particularly when it comes to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is
In today’s fast-paced digital world, where communication is predominantly through text messages, it’s not uncommon to experience a sense of unease or even anxiety when receiving a text. While attention is given to the anxiety
