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The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Yet, for many men, especially those navigating separation, divorce, or loneliness, this time of year can feel anything but festive. This post will identify ways to support yourself over the holiday season.

By Amber Chamberlain, MACP , Registered Provisional Psychologist Making the decision to seek support is a significant step toward mental wellness. However, once you decide to look for help, the next hurdle often appears immediately: navigating the terminology. If you are looking for types of counselling in Red Deer , you might be overwhelmed by the options. Should you choose individual therapy? Is your struggle better suited for family work? What actually happens in group the

Making the decision to seek support is an act of bravery. It takes courage to admit that you might not be able to carry everything on your own anymore. But even after you’ve made the call and booked the appointment, a new hurdle often appears: The First Session Anxiety.

Making the decision to start therapy is an act of courage. It acknowledges that you are ready for change, healing, or simply a safe space to process your life. However, once you’ve made that decision, a new challenge arises: How do you find the right therapist in Red Deer?

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 and how people interact with one another. However, what initially attracted me to becoming a psychologist was my profound desire to help people work through their difficulties and lead satisfying lives. There's something incredibly fulfilling about supporting others as they navigate their challenges and uncover their strengths. I have also

My Journey to becoming a Registered Psychologist ~Sheri Thibeau The Attraction to Psychology My earliest memory of knowing I wanted to be in a helping profession was as a young teen in 1995. I had just finished reading a story of love and loss, in which the main character had created a center for women struggling with losing their loved ones. I was inspired. After experiencing the death of my father a couple of years earlier, my world had been turned upside down. Simply enoug

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...