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For many, the idea of "going to therapy" can feel intimidating—like entering a vast, confusing landscape of clinical terms and unknown processes. At It Takes Practice Counselling, we believe that understanding how counselling works is the key to feeling comfortable enough to start.

This blog will help you develop effective communication skills by highlighting the difference between a demand, a request, and a boundary, and identify when to use requests or boundaries.

This blog details how to cope with hardship that is a part of life, and how a psychologist may help. We will challenge the idea that life is about being happy, and share ineffective coping strategies that many people use to cope with conflict and pain.

Mindfulness involves focusing on the present without judgment. This practice fosters self-awareness and empathy, playing a key role in nurturing our connections with others. 

Before committing to a therapist, gathering information to determine if they are the right fit for you is important.

For the residents of Red Deer, Alberta, and surrounding areas, numerous pathways to mental wellness exist.  This blog details mental...

Is Therapy Covered by Alberta Health Care? Understanding what mental health services are covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance...

At It Takes Practice, we understand that life’s challenges can leave individuals and couples feeling stuck, lonely or overwhelmed by...

~ Sheri Thibeau, Registered Psychologist Developing your resilience can increase your ability to face life’s inevitable bad times. How do...

My Journey as a Provisional Psychologist ~ Amber Chamberlain The Attraction to Psychology I have always been curious about the human mind...

My Journey to becoming a Registered Psychologist ~Sheri Thibeau The Attraction to Psychology My earliest memory of knowing I wanted to be...

My path towards becoming a psychologist is anything but direct. ~Johan Halland, Registered Psychologist The Attraction to Psychology...

What Is a Healthy Relationship ? The Importance of Healthy Relationships  Relationships are the cornerstone of human connection. Whether...

Does Everybody Have Anxiety?  Understanding Anxiety and Stress  In today's fast-paced world, anxiety and stress have become common...

Understanding Family Therapy at It Takes Practice  Family therapy  is a form of psychotherapy that helps individuals and their loved ones...

Marriage counselling, also known as couples therapy, is a vital resource for partners looking to improve their relationship, overcome...