Two therapists, who work in the same office, have different views on this controversial topic…or do they? Leslie Yaffa and Amanda Backus, both from Vaughan Relationship Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, find themselves discussing issues or questions that might come up in their jobs. Rather than keeping these valuable discussions to themselves, they decided to […]
It’s no joke, relationships are complex and require both partners’ hard work, dedication, and commitment to be successful. Many couples struggle to effectively communicate, but communication that is open and honest can allow both partners to feel heard, respected, and understood. Setting boundaries is also necessary to ensure that both people in the relationship feel […]
Building trust within your relationship is an integral piece to keeping it healthy. When trust is broken, however, it can be very difficult to rebuild. The idea of keeping a secret from the one you love can be seen as something negative and trust-breaking, but is it really? Some secrets may have good intentions and […]
Oftentimes, psychologists and psychiatrists are thought of as the ultimate gurus in mental health and relationship counselling worlds; but they’re not the only ones with the skills and resources to help create meaningful change in their client’s lives or relationships. Social workers are often overlooked for psychologists and psychiatrists when it comes to counselling. They’re […]
As COVID cases continue to fluctuate and we approach the holidays, many families may find themselves disagreeing on how to spend the holiday season. With almost two years since the start of the pandemic, most of us are craving normalcy. Many families haven’t taken part in a true pandemic-free holiday season with friends and family […]
As the weather changes and the warm weather changes to cooler, crisp air, less sunshine, and busy, demanding schedules, it’s not surprising if you’re feeling overwhelmed and lower in mood. Many of our clients feel unmotivated, down, and easily triggered during this time of year. Feeling stagnant and blue is not surprising. Let’s be honest: […]
Discussing affairs is considered “taboo” in our society – but even more taboo is when a woman is the one with a wandering eye. When a woman has an affair, society tends to view her as promiscuous, selfish, cold and as being a bad mother. I have met many women who feel shame after having […]
With a lack of affordable childcare, many of our clients are struggling to combat their busy lives and spend time with their loved ones. Getting creative in about finding ways to connect with partners when the house is full and busy can be a challenge. It’s important for couples to find the time and space […]
Gone are the days where the male breadwinner would take off for work and return home to a clean house with dinner on the table. In today’s modern household, male/female roles rarely exist – it’s turned into family roles. Even though there is a blurred line between what is and isn’t considered “women’s work”, in […]
Taking time alone is a very important form of self-care. Over the pandemic, we provided effective counselling to many of our clients virtually. Many people are reaching out to therapists to get the support they need to nurture their mental health and relationships. With busy lives and schedules, many clients find it convenient to […]
