Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
If you or someone you love lives with PDA, you know it’s not about being “difficult” or “defiant.” It’s about a nervous system on high alert, trying to protect itself—often by saying “no” when even simple tasks feel overwhelming. It can be lonely and misunderstood, especially when others don’t see the anxiety behind the resistance. […]
Rethinking Boundaries
We need to talk about boundaries—and not the social media kind with inspirational quotes about “cutting toxic people off.” Real boundaries. The kind that protects your energy, clarifies your relationships, and helps you show up as your most authentic self. Most of us think boundaries are all about saying “no.” But just as often, they’re […]
Dealing with FOMO
If you’ve ever felt that pit-of-your-stomach worry that you’re missing out on something better, you’re not alone. That nagging feeling—FOMO, or “Fear of Missing Out”—has become surprisingly common. And while a little FOMO might just push us into fun plans, when it starts running the show, it can leave us feeling anxious, ungrounded, and exhausted. […]
Healing from Sexual Trauma
At Love This Therapy, we want you to know something deeply important: if you or someone you love has experienced sexual trauma, healing is possible—and you don’t have to walk that path alone. Whether you’re an adult trying to make sense of what happened, or an adult whose heart aches for a child who has […]
Coping with Teacher Burnout
If you’re a teacher who’s been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and more than a little lost—this is for you. Maybe you’ve been waking up already tired. Maybe you’ve cried quietly during your prep block, or snapped at someone you care about and immediately felt guilt wash over you. Maybe you’ve caught yourself wondering, “Is it just […]
The Science of Happiness
What do you think of when you hear the word “happiness”? A perfect vacation? A big belly laugh? Falling in love? Or maybe, if you’re in a tough season, it feels like happiness is something everyone else gets to have while you’re stuck watching from the sidelines. The truth is, happiness isn’t just a stroke […]
The Benefits of Premarital Counselling
So, you’re getting married—or seriously thinking about building a life with someone. Between the venue tours and family group chats, it’s easy to get swept up in planning the celebration. But beneath all the logistics and excitement, many couples find themselves wondering: Are we truly ready for the lifelong commitment we’re about to make? That’s […]
What If Therapy Isn’t Helping?
Have you ever found yourself sitting in therapy—whether in the client’s chair or the therapist’s—and quietly wondering, Is this even helping? If so, you’re not alone. That question, as tender as it is brave, deserves space—not shame. Therapy isn’t a straight line. It’s messy, dynamic, and deeply human. It shifts and stretches to meet the […]
Avoidance
Growing up in my household, my mother had a fridge magnet with two sleeping kittens on it that read “It can be done, it should be done, it shall be done, tomorrow”. I often quoted that to my mother whenever she asked me to do something that I didn’t want to do. Of course, […]
I’m Mad at My Counsellor, What Should I Do?
So you’ve been seeing your counsellor for a little while, and things are feeling… pretty decent. You’re starting to open up, there’s some trust building, and maybe you’re even having the occasional lightbulb moment. Then—bam!—they say something that totally throws you. Maybe they missed your point, pushed a little too hard, or stayed frustratingly neutral […]