Choosing a therapist is an important step in caring for your mental health. For many people, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start or how to decide who is the right therapist for them. The most important thing to know is this: there is no single “best” therapist.

A lifelong dream in motion I can’t remember a time when I didn’t want to be a ballerina. From the moment I could walk, I was dancing, twirling around the living room and leaping through the hallway. My mother loves to tell stories of my earliest steps set to music,

There are lots of exciting things happening at Sandham Psychological Services this fall! My first job as a Registered Psychologist was running the Student Counselling and Wellness departments at The King’s University in Edmonton, Alberta. My favourite part of that role was connecting with students, faculty, and staff, getting to

The way we connected with our caregivers as children shapes how we connect with others today. When the bond between parent and child is disrupted, whether through inconsistency, neglect, or emotional distance, it can leave behind what is known as attachment trauma. These early relational wounds often go unnoticed for

Early experiences shape us more than we realize.While some wounds from childhood are easy to recognize, others are more subtle. Developmental trauma is a form of childhood trauma that often goes unnoticed, yet it can have a deep and lasting impact on how we feel, relate to others, and see

Childhood experiences don’t always stay in the past. They can shape how we think, feel, and live today. For many, the effects of difficult or painful experiences in early life continue well into adulthood, sometimes in ways that aren’t immediately recognized as trauma. Childhood trauma can include a wide range

Grief doesn’t always follow a straight path. While many people expect feelings of loss to gradually ease with time, some find that their grief remains just as intense months or even years later. This experience is known as complex grief, and it can make the process of healing feel nearly

When emotions run high, it can feel like you’re being swept away by a wave you can’t control. Whether it’s sudden anger, lingering sadness, or overwhelming stress, these emotional surges can leave you feeling powerless. But with the right tools, it’s possible to ride those waves instead of being pulled

For many athletes, the end of competitive sport is not just about stepping off the field. It can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. Whether you were aiming for a professional career, competing in college, or dedicating years to weekend tournaments, leaving your sport can leave you feeling

For many dancers, the stage is more than a place of performance. It is where identity, community, and purpose come to life. Dance is not just something you do; it becomes a part of who you are. So when that chapter comes to an end, whether due to injury, shifting