Embracing Empowerment

Beyond the Definitions & Diagnosis – Post Traumatic Stress Injuries

We often explore mental health definitions, signs and symptoms. PTSD is no exception, yet what happens after we figure out that it is a possibility we have endured trauma and a mental health injury.  Frontline workers whether it be First Responders, Military, Veterans, Corrections,Probation and Parole often question this to Mental Health Professionals.  For instance… Continue reading Beyond the Definitions & Diagnosis – Post Traumatic Stress Injuries

What Do Therapists Provide? – A Perspective From A Registered Social Worker

A recent article from The Global News theorized the differences between a Psychiatrist, a Psychologist and a Therapist.  The article came from a perspective of a Psychologist who is through a regulated body.  What is a regulated body? Regulated body is a place where Professionals are under an Affiliated College that provides code of conducts,… Continue reading What Do Therapists Provide? – A Perspective From A Registered Social Worker

Seeking Professional HELP -Lending A Hand, A Listening Ear & Compassionate Heart

A topic that most of us have anxiety of – seeking professional help when we are unable to figure things out on our own. The most common statement that is often used ” how can I open up to a stranger when I can’t even open up to my family/friends” The word therapy is scary… Continue reading Seeking Professional HELP -Lending A Hand, A Listening Ear & Compassionate Heart