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Psychotherapists

Personal perspectives and lessons from practising psychotherapists, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do.

A Therapist’s Rebuttal: Why Medication Stigma Hurts & How We Can Respond

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A young girl in a pink shirt holds a glass of water and a supplement, ready to take it. In the background, a woman with a bun smiles, holding a peeled orange. They are in a kitchen with blue cabinets, radiating positivity while combating medication myths and stigma.

By: Erika Belledent, Registered Psychotherapist I was less than 20 pages into my new book (by a very well-known clinician in the mental health world) and there it was.  An … Read more

How Horses Help Us Heal: Exploring the Power of Equine-Assisted Therapy

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A young woman with braided hair stands close to a black horse, gently holding its bridle. She wears a white shirt and a necklace, and looks at the camera with a soft expression, embodying how horses help us heal. The background is blurred greenery.

Episode 37: How horses help us heal Anyone who has ever spent time in the company of a strong, majestic but silent horse, might tell you about the felt sense … Read more

Late-Diagnosed ADHD & Shame: Healing the Unseen Wounds

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A person sits against a white wall, knees drawn up, wearing a black top and blue jeans. Red-painted nails peek out as hands cover their face, hinting at contemplation or distress. Perhaps its the weight of ADHD or the sting of shame that weighs heavy on their mind.

One of the most disruptive consequences of late-diagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has got to be shame. *Spoiler Alert*  Whether it’s perceived or not, we have all felt the red-hot coil … Read more

The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the Invisible VISIBLE, Neurodivergent-Affirming Mental Health Conversations

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Podcast cover for The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the Invisible Visible, featuring Christina Crowe with long hair and a microphone, set against a blue backdrop.

Today is the day! Here we are my friends! It’s Podcast Launch Day.  For a long time, I have been asked when I might put out a podcast. I was … Read more

Healing in Our Own Words: A Black Therapist’s Guide to Mental Wellness in the BIPOC Community

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A person with dreadlocks and a beard, possibly a black therapist, is wearing round glasses. They are looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression, challenging the stigma around Black mental health against a soft, neutral-toned background.

By Carol Benjamin, RP February is Black History Month, and the 2022 theme is ‘Black Wellness.’ We, at DaLD, would like to honour Black people everywhere and celebrate the contribution … Read more

ADHD & Polyvagal Theory: Understanding the Connection Between ADHD, Trauma, and Nervous System Regulation

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A chalk drawing on a green chalkboard depicts three smiling stick figures: an adult male in a cap, an adult female with curly hair, and a child with pigtails. Despite the shadows of generational trauma, they hold hands on grass. Five pieces of colored chalk rest nearby.

By: Christina Crowe, Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor This post was inspired by a question from our social media audience, and is shared here because it is becoming an increasingly popular … Read more

How an ADHD Diagnosis Can Transform Family Life: Healing, Insight, and Connection

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A man and a child sit by the water, both dressed warmly in the spirit of conscious parenting. The child, wearing a beanie and scarf, holds a fishing rod and intently focuses on an object in his hand. The man also holds a fishing rod. Behind them, mountains and shimmering water unfold.

By: Sabrina Belo, Clinical Counsellor, Certified Conscious Method Parenting Coach It’s interesting to bear witness to the incredible change in the dynamics of our families, when parents shift their thoughts from fear … Read more

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