How to Support Socially Anxious Teens
At Alive Counselling we have a team of therapists for teens in Kelowna and offer online therapy for teens. We... View Article
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The Benefits of Exercise for Your Mental Health
I recently was invited to speak on a panel with one of the largest Bank’s employees on the benefits of... View Article
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used therapeutic approach that focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.... View Article
Perfectionism and Anxiety
As a former elite athlete and coach, I know perfectionistic tendencies well. As a therapist, we work so much in... View Article
Using a Fear Ladder to Help with Postpartum Anxiety for Moms
Using a Fear Ladder is a great tool we use to combat anxiety. I love this resource for (new) moms... View Article
Mental Health Tip: Check in With Yourself (out of 10)
Mental Health Minute: Check in with Yourself (out of 10) Bring awareness to where your stress, anxiety, or distress level... View Article
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Postpartum Depression & Anxiety There is not just a birth of a baby. There is... View Article
3 Steps to Overcome Anxiety
Anxiety. Not one of us is completely immune to its vicious attacks. Most of us have had a personal struggle... View Article
How to Confront Your Fears, Overthinking, and Anxiety
Fear is often at the root of anxiety, overthinking, and overwhelm. When we work together to combat fear, anxiety, and... View Article
What is Anxiety?
What is Anxiety? “Suddenly your heart is racing, palms are sweaty, stomach’s churning. Your muscles are tense and your senses... View Article
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? And How Can CBT Help with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, and Improve Confidence?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is one of the most prevalent and promising treatment for anxiety, stress, depression and other mental health issues. It is very helpful in changing negative self-talk and improving confidence. It is the gold-standard of treatment for changing negative thinking patterns that fuel "issues" such as anxiety, stress, and depression. The premise of CBT is that our thoughts (cognitive) influence how we feel, which influence what we do, or do not do (behaviour).
Wildfire Women Interview with Barb Egan
I had such a great time doing an interview with Wildfire Women and then leading a Zoom call on “Understanding... View Article