If someone asked you about your childhood, what would you say? Perhaps you’d mention that your parents worked hard, that you had a roof over your head, that you went to school and had what you needed. Perhaps you’d struggle to point to anything obviously wrong. And yet, somewhere inside, there’s a quiet sense that […]
There are things we carry from childhood that don’t have names. A tightness in the chest when someone raises their voice. A need to anticipate what others want before they ask. A quiet belief that we must earn love through achievement, compliance, or invisibility. For many of us who grew up in Arab families, or […]
If you’ve found yourself here, perhaps you’ve been carrying worry that feels heavier than it should. The knot in your chest has become so familiar you barely notice it anymore, except in those quiet moments when it tightens. Perhaps you’ve wondered whether what you’re feeling is “normal,” or whether anyone else truly understands. Anxiety symptoms […]
Why Therapy in Your Mother Tongue Matters Language is not only a means of communication; it is the foundation of our psychological and cultural world. Jacques Lacan, a renowned French psychoanalyst, described language as the point at which a child enters the shared social world of words, meanings and rules. This is where needs and […]
How Therapy Works: What Really Happens in the Therapy Room Many people wonder what happens in therapy. Is it just talking? How can a conversation — even a really good one — help with deep pain, anxiety, or patterns that have been stuck for years? If you’ve never been to therapy before, it can seem a […]
The Relationship Between Mental and Physical Health: How the Mind and Body Affect Each Other We often think of mental health and physical health as two separate things — almost as if they exist in different worlds. But the truth is, they’re deeply, intimately connected. Your thoughts, emotions, and stress levels don’t just stay in […]
Understanding the Difference: Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Psychiatrist, and Psychologist When you first start looking for help with your mental health, the variety of professional titles can feel really confusing. Should you see a counsellor, a psychotherapist, a psychologist, or a psychiatrist? What’s the difference between counsellor and psychotherapist? And who is actually best for your particular situation? […]
One of the most common questions people have before starting therapy is simply: What will it actually be like? If you’ve never been to therapy before, it’s natural to feel uncertain. You might be wondering what you’re supposed to talk about, whether you’ll be given homework, how long it will take, or whether you’ll feel comfortable […]
I know how daunting it can feel to reach out for therapy. Maybe you’ve been thinking about it for weeks, months, or even longer. Perhaps you’ve typed “find a therapist” into a search bar more than once, only to close the tab because you weren’t sure where to begin. You’re not alone in feeling this […]