Letting Go of Perfect: How to Cope with Perfectionism
Perfectionism becomes a badge of honor with you playing the part of the suffering hero ~ David D. Burns Many of us know the struggle of perfectionism all too well. While striving for excellence can bring about success and achievement, it often comes at the cost of stress, anxiety, depression, and a constant fear of […]
The Many Faces of OCD: A Closer Look at Its Subtypes and How Therapy Can Help
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where people have ongoing, unwanted thoughts that cause them a lot of stress and anxiety, leading them to repeat certain behaviors over and over. OCD can manifest in many ways, and it affects everyone differently. At Love This Therapy, we understand the unique struggles that come with […]
The Silent Struggle: Overcoming Secondary Trauma with EMDR and CBT
Today, we delve into a topic that touches many lives, yet often remains under the radar, secondary trauma. This condition not only affects professionals in high-stress fields like healthcare, therapy, social work, and emergency services but also those who encounter it through personal relationships. Also referred to as vicarious trauma, secondary trauma arises when an […]
Healing With Compassion: The Journey Through Grief And Loss
Grief is a deeply human experience that touches each of us at some point in our lives. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a pet, a job, a relationship, or even a dream, grief can manifest in profound and complex ways. At Love This Therapy, we understand the depth of emotions that accompany […]
Unlocking Your Full Potential: The Role Of Counselling In Sports Performance
Meet Veronika Moore, A Certified Mental Performance Consultant ® (CMPC) and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who has worked with groups such as Basketball BC, Douglas College BC, and Pacific Sea Wolves. Veronika believes in harnessing the power of the mind to enhance sports performance. As a certified mental performance consultant, she understands the intricate relationship […]
Finding Harmony: The Role of Counselling in Achieving Work-Life Balance and Self-Care
In a world that is constantly asking too much of us, achieving a satisfying work-life balance seems like an elusive goal. We often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities, struggling to keep up with the demands of our careers, relationships, and personal well-being. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday […]
Overcoming Driving Anxiety and Trauma: A Path to Healing with CBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness
For many of us, driving is an essential part of our daily lives, offering freedom and independence. However, for some of us, it can be a source of crippling anxiety, avoidance and trauma. In this blog, we will explore the ways in which counselling, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), […]
Postpartum Depression: Unveiling the Journey to Recovery
Bringing a new life into the world is often described as one of life’s most beautiful experiences. However, for many mothers, the period following childbirth can be marked by a complex emotional journey, including the development of postpartum depression (PPD). In this blog, we will delve into the realm of PPD, discussing its symptoms, risk […]
Understanding and Treating Dissociation: The Road to Recovery with CBT and DBT
Dissociation, a phenomenon that might sound daunting, is surprisingly a common experience among many individuals. This can range from moments of daydreaming to more intense dissociative experiences. For example, have you ever found yourself lost in thought, unaware of your surroundings, or forgotten parts of a journey? Such instances are mild forms of dissociation. However, […]
Embracing the Seasons: Coping with Seasonal Depression and Hypomania
Let’s lean in and acknowledge something many of us go through but might not fully grasp: Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. It’s a condition that can affect people in different ways, surprisingly causing not just winter depression when the days grow shorter and darker, but summer depression as well when the sun is blazing, and […]
