The holidays are often described as "the most wonderful time of the year," but if we’re being honest, they’re also the most exhausting. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what this mental load looks like, how it impacts us, and how we can take steps to reclaim joy during the season.

In Canada, the relationship between mental health and substance use is not just common—it’s one of the most significant public health challenges we face…

In Canada, an estimated 8 million people—or 1 in 4—live with chronic pain. But what often remains in the shadows is the profound and cyclical relationship between this physical suffering and mental health.

They call you the "sandwich generation"—caught between aging parents, adult children, and a world that often overlooks you. Gen X might not dominate headlines like Boomers or Millennials, but you're facing unique mental health challenges with quiet resilience.

We often praise empathy as an unquestionable virtue—but what happens when feeling too much leaves you emotionally drained, resentful, or even physically ill?

Between rising costs, climate disasters, political chaos, and the constant barrage of bad news, many of us juggling work, family, and everything in between) are feeling stretched to our limits. Here’s how to stay sane in a world that feels overwhelming…

In this post, we’ll explore what masking is, how it impacts mental health, and when it might be time to seek help.

Sexual violence isn’t always physical—it can start with psychological control. For Sexual Violence Prevention Month, let’s break down what coercive control looks like, why it’s dangerous, and how to seek help in Canada.

You’ve seen the TikToks. The cozy blankets. The dim lighting. The caption: "Bed rotting all weekend—no regrets." Let’s break it down—no judgement, just real talk.

Addiction is no longer a shadowy issue whispered about in hushed tones—it’s a full-blown public health crisis in Canada. But what’s driving this epidemic?

We’re watching a generation struggle in ways we never did—and many of us feel helpless. But new research shows your support matters more than ever. Here’s what’s really going on with Gen Z—and how you can be their anchor.

Political polarization isn’t just playing out on news channels or in Parliament—it’s in our heads, our homes, and our group chats. But here’s what we often forget: this divisiveness doesn’t have to control us.

Allyship is not just about supporting others—it’s also a powerful way to nurture your own mental health…

The anxiety is real right now for many people, even those who don’t typically think of themselves as being political…

We’re exploring the collective anxiety most Canadians are experiencing and offering practical strategies to cope with political and social uncertainty.

The holidays are often described as "the most wonderful time of the year," but if we’re being honest, they’re also the most exhausting. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what this mental load looks like, how it impacts us, and how we can take steps to reclaim joy during the season.

This week, we spoke to Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying, Jennifer Murdock about hope and mental health…

What can we do to deal with the anxiety we're feeling, despite the fact that we can't change the current uncertainty? Continue reading for these ten research-based strategies for handling uncertainty and anxiety.

Transitioning into adulthood should be an exciting time in a young person’s life, but for many 18-25 year old’s, it has become a stressful and often painful experience. And it’s no wonder. No generation has had to tackle the same kind of uncertainty about their future. This week, we interviewed our Peachey Counselling and Family Support team member, Masters of Social Work Training Therapist, Claire Arkett, about the challenges facing what has been described as the ‘Covid Generation’.

“I can’t wait until 2020 is over.” How many times have you said that to yourself? For many of us the end of 2020 somewhat equated to the end of the pandemic. That somehow once the clock struck midnight we would be able to leave the nightmare of 2020 behind. What are you thinking now?