Broadview Psychology Blog and Webinars

By Zahra Ali, M.Phil One evening, when I entered home after a usual day of work, I saw Phoenix, my dog, sitting in the corner of the balcony, wagging her tail but not approaching me. I noticed that her gaze and body posture were lowered, her ears were tucked back, and her tail, although wagging, […]

By Olivia Provost-Walker M.A. All our lives are filled with various events and situations that will produce a range of emotional responses. When we experience emotions deeply, these natural emotions can be particularly intense and painful, and in turn, we can develop patterns of secondary responses to block or reduce these painful emotions. Self-invalidation is […]

By: Naiara Perin Darim, M.Psy Self-harm is observed in people of all ages and backgrounds and may have diverse types. It serves many functions and frequently develops into a pattern of behaviour that prevents individuals from achieving their life goals. There are some key elements to self-harm that are considered when we are facing this […]

By: Michelle Lau, RD Ozempic. Why is every influencer and their friend using Ozempic? Will it help to lose weight? What’s the catch?  Read on to find out. What is Ozempic? Ozempic is the brand name for a medication called semaglutide, which belongs to the family of GLP-1 receptor agonists. Ozempic is an injectable formulation […]

By Dr. Lindsey Torbit, Ph.D I Totally Lost it On My Kid!  Now what do I do?  The Power of Repair. Even the most patient and well-intentioned parent is going to lose their cool with their kiddo at some point. While increasing self-regulation is always the goal, the fact that we are human means we […]

By: Gibran Rodriguez, M.A. Anxiety and fear are emotions that evolved to help us deal with danger and avoid harm. It’s normal for humans and animals to feel anxious or afraid, although to different degrees. For example, baby monkeys have been seen to display anxious behaviours when their mothers leave them for a prolonged period. […]

By: Bruce Yungblut, M.A.CP Many people come to therapy looking for some support and new tools to help lower the intensity of their emotions. Some people experience this as stress, worry, or anxiety. Others experience a low mood or feelings of depression. While there are many ways to approach these common challenges, a helpful starting […]

By: Alyson Dudley, MSW, RSW At a recent Broadview Psychology team lunch, the topic of scheduling around activities, school, hobbies, friends, family and employment came up. Many of our clinicians are also parents and the discussion focused on trying to find balance in a world with many activities, obligations, and distractions and how difficult the […]

By: Alissa Vieth, MPH, RD A few months ago, I went through a hard period for my family, and I turned to food to help me cope and provide comfort. In fact, I eat for non-physical hunger reasons from time to time. As a Dietitian who takes a non-diet approach and integrates intuitive eating principles […]

By: Adanna Anucha, MSW, RSW The summer season is just around the corner, and with it comes the things we typically enjoy about summer months – sunny weather, restaurants opening their patios, festivals proliferating the streets, afternoons spent on the beach etc. Around this time of year, the collective mood of people suddenly takes a […]

By: Agustina Jorquera, M.Ed, RP A friend of mine and I were walking around the city one weekend, talking about our jobs – the things we find enjoyable, the challenges and the new perspectives. She asked me: Is there a common struggle across age groups of people going to therapy? I have been lucky in […]

By: Dr Sharon Chan, PhD. Navigating a separation or divorce is so difficult for the entire family. It is a process often fraught with intense emotions that may include sadness, pain, anger, resentment, disappointment, frustration, and grief. Clouded judgments, emotionally reactive or impulsive responses, grappling with burnt out, or even feeling paralyzed are signs that […]

By: Rayna Edels, M.A. Emotions, particularly those that are unexpected, can feel like unwanted visitors. Without exploring the function of emotions, we might be left frustrated when certain emotions arise. For example, imagine you perceive that the feeling of anxiety has appeared “out of the blue” – you might notice thoughts like expecting the worst-case […]

By: Naiara Perin-Darim, M.Psy Feeling and emotion are two terms often used interchangeably – but the first step to understanding the way we feel is to separate them. Feelings are made of body sensations, emotions and thoughts combined, they affect each other very closely forming just one feeling that we can notice. That is why […]

By: Kat Matchett, M.A. Climate grief is the emotion experienced when we recognize the vast and devastating effects of climate change. In an age of rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and environmental destruction, it can be hard for young people to cope with the sadness, hopelessness, and despair that comes with being aware of these […]

By Kat Matchett, M.A. Valentine’s Day is a special time to express love and appreciation for those in our lives, and often a time to receive love and appreciation in return. But for some, the holiday can be a daunting reminder of loneliness or heartache. Fortunately, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) gives us tools to help […]

Kevin Hamdullahpur, M.Sc., M.A. In the last year, one in seven Canadians reports legally purchasing cannabis. While the majority of these individuals won’t experience problems from using cannabis, it’s estimated that 10% to 30% will. Sitting with these numbers, it’s important to highlight that shaming or stigmatizing individuals struggling with substance use disorders is not […]

One of our clients has taken the time to share their thoughts and reaction to the MAID eligibility changes that are being implemented in March 2023. I have struggled with suicidal thoughts, urges and actions since I was 17 years old. I am now almost 40 years old and am finding more happiness in my […]

By: Gibran Rodriguez, M.A. We’re almost halfway through winter, and with the frosty, cooler air and the glistening snow, some people may be surprised when the infamous “winter blues” are suddenly knocking on their door. Indeed, many of you may agree that this season poses a dialectical experience: While people are out and about attending […]