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When Father’s Day Hurts: Grieving the Father You Lost
When Father’s Day Hurts: Grieving the Father You Lost
Melissa Miles
Jun 112 min read
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When Father’s Day Hurts: Grieving the Fatherhood You Long For
For many, Father’s Day is a time of celebration—of backyard barbecues, handmade cards, and time spent honoring the dads who shaped us....
Melissa Miles
Jun 113 min read
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When Father’s Day Hurts: Navigating Emotions Around a Father Who Wasn’t There for You
When Father’s Day Hurts: Navigating Emotions Around a Father Who Wasn’t There for You
Melissa Miles
Jun 112 min read
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How Childhood Verbal Abuse Rewires the Brain
Recent neuroscience research has shown the profound effects of verbal abuse in childhood on brain development. Children who are...
Melissa Miles
May 231 min read
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Why You Should Find a Therapist Before You Need One
Why You Should Find a Therapist Before You Need One
Melissa Miles
Apr 292 min read
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Post-Pandemic Burnout: Why Are We Still So Tired?
Post-Pandemic Burnout: Why Are We Still So Tired and What We Can Do About It.
Melissa Miles
Apr 213 min read
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The Myth of Venting
A recent study challenges the long-held belief that venting—expressing anger through actions like yelling or hitting objects—effectively reduces anger. Instead, research indicates that such behaviors may actually intensify feelings of rage.
Melissa Miles
Apr 142 min read
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The Importance of Psychotherapy for Psychotherapists
The Importance of Psychotherapy for Psychotherapists
Melissa Miles
Mar 202 min read
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How the Political Climate is Impacting Mental Health—And What We Can Do About It
How the Political Climate is Impacting Mental Health—And What We Can Do About It
Melissa Miles
Mar 62 min read
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When Success Feels Empty: Why Having Everything Doesn’t Always Bring Happiness
When Success Feels Empty: Why Having Everything Doesn’t Always Bring Happiness
Melissa Miles
Feb 253 min read
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Finding Balance: How to Prioritize Mental Health While Advancing Your Career
Finding Balance: How Young Professionals Can Prioritize Mental Health While Advancing Their Careers
Melissa Miles
Feb 253 min read
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Understanding Psychodynamic Therapy
Understanding psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Melissa Miles
Jan 283 min read
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How Ontario's Housing Market is Impacting Young Adults' Mental Health
How Ontario's Housing Market is Impacting Young Adults' Mental Health
Melissa Miles
Dec 6, 20244 min read
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Dynamic Psychotherapy vs. EMDR: Why Depth and Flexibility Matter in Trauma Treatment
Dynamic Psychotherapy vs. EMDR: Why Depth and Flexibility Matter in Trauma Treatment
Melissa Miles
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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The Mental Health Impact of Climate Change on Youth – and How Dynamic Psychotherapy Can Help
The Mental Health Impact of Climate Change on Youth – and How Dynamic Psychotherapy Can Help
Melissa Miles
Nov 12, 20244 min read
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How the U.S. Election Impacts Mental Health – And How Dynamic Psychotherapy Can Help
How the U.S. Election Impacts Mental Health – And How Dynamic Psychotherapy Can Help
Melissa Miles
Nov 5, 20244 min read
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The Lack of ER Resources for Mental Health in Ontario: A Growing Concern
The Lack of Emergency Room Resources for Mental Health Crises in Ontario: A Growing Concern
Melissa Miles
Oct 22, 20245 min read
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Dynamic vs CBT Psychotherapy in Long-Term Mental Health Recovery
In today’s fast-paced world, many people seeking mental health treatment often prioritize quick solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy...
Melissa Miles
Oct 16, 20244 min read
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Understanding Psychotherapist Rates
An explanation on how psychotherapist set their rates.
Melissa Miles
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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Psychotherapist, Psychologist, Psychiatrist - What's the difference?
An explanation of the difference between a registered psychotherapist, a psychologist, and a psychiatrist.
Melissa Miles
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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