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Resources on Mental Health, Trauma, Relationships, and Our Shared Humanity.

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How To Set Boundaries That Make A Difference

Following through on a personal boundary can be incredibly painful. It can mean saying goodbye to someone in our life.

What is a personal boundary? A personal boundary defines the limits of what actions are acceptable and comfortable for an individual. Boundaries are the lines we set for ourselves in various aspects of life, including the realms of emotional, physical, sexual, workplace, material, and time.

Following through on a boundary can be crucial for mental, emotional, physical, or sexual well-being.

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The Perfect Match: A Best-Match Approach for Clinical Counseling

Imagine stepping into a clinic, seeking guidance and support, only to be paired randomly with a counsellor who may not understand your unique needs and struggles. Such encounters can be discouraging and counterproductive, potentially deterring individuals from seeking help altogether. This is where the importance of a best-match approach becomes evident.

At the heart of the best-match approach is the recognition that every individual is unique, with distinct experiences, preferences, and goals. Therefore, the one-size-fits-all approach to counselling simply doesn't suffice. Instead, a personalized approach that takes into account the specific needs and characteristics of each client is essential.

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Top 10 Reasons Why People Seek Therapy

Seeking counseling or therapy is a courageous and proactive step toward addressing personal challenges, fostering growth, and enhancing overall well-being. From navigating mental health issues to coping with life's stressors and seeking support during times of transition, therapy offers a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In this guide, we'll explore the top 10 reasons why people seek counseling/therapy, along with how therapy can help individuals overcome obstacles, build resilience, and lead happier, more fulfilling lives.

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Navigating Grief 

Many people think of grief as an emotional experience or state attached to the death of a loved one. Grief, however, is not limited to death-related losses alone. Grief can arise from several experiences in a person's life. Some common examples include, but are not limited to job loss, chronic pain, friendship fallouts, romantic breakups, the death of pets, childhood trauma, moving homes or countries, social justice implications, parents divorcing, a pandemic, witnessing others grieving, etc. Grief is a part of the human experience, meaning that at some point or another, we will all experience it throughout our lifetime.

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