While triggers are powerful influences on behaviours, creating a drift from reality, symbols of safety, strength, and calm can anchor…

Understanding what's happening in the brain during escalation can shift how we interpret these moments and how we respond in…

As we dive into the topic of inclusion, I want to acknowledge that my understanding comes through my distinct perspective…

Curiosity is a cornerstone of counselling and good questions are at the heart of it. But, good questions do not…

Although we cannot fully understand adolescent anxiety, there are things we can do to help them navigate the pitfalls of…

We can stop the deepening of trauma’s impact.  We need to be courageous to recognize it and talk about it.

A previous blog on Developmental Trauma highlighted the ever more utilized term of trauma. As that post…

In the trauma healing process, we must help our clients to slow down and notice the differences between emotions, bodily…

At CTRI we have found the curious and continuous learning mindset of two-eyed seeing to be invigorating and humbling.

As counsellors, embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the framework of multicultural competence is a cornerstone of ethical and effective…

A big part of my clinical work with people is focused on trauma – helping others respond, individual healing, and…

Have you noticed how some places make you feel more settled, secure, or simply more like yourself? This might be…