There are many fears and misconceptions individuals have about counselling and the therapy process. Stigma and shame associated with seeking treatment for mental disorders, relationships issues or life stressors may also contribute to the fear and prevent people from seeking therapy services when they really need it. The most common therapy fear involves fear of […]
Senta Counselling Services announces a new location in Westboro. We have moved from our existing Hintonburg office to the new Life Therapies building at 1276 Wellington St. W. A newly renovated building that provides a peaceful health-oriented environment for clients. The surrounding streets provide plenty of free 90 minutes street parking. Life Therapies is a […]
Change is a natural and expected part of life. People often tend to have difficulty accepting change and try to avoid it at all costs. Especially when when it comes in the form of unexpected major life change. Of course the unexpected can be hard to face, but there is a silver lining when trying […]
Happiness is an ideal we all strive for. To have a happy relationship, life and career and enjoy every day is something that takes work! The secrets of happy people can help us to recognize the good in every situation and allow us to live fuller lives by appreciating what we have, viewing things positively […]
Sad times and hardships are a common occurrence throughout the lifespan. So how can you distinguish between periods of situational sadness and serious depression? How do you know if you or someone you care about is experiencing depression? The information in this article can help you answer the question of, “Why do I feel so […]
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion”-Dalai Lama Self-compassion refers to the ability to love and value yourself. Self-compassion in an important part of self-love, with self love being an important feature of improving self-esteem and mental health. Furthermore, self-compassion offers a coping strategy and […]