In this episode of Living Fully, we continue the conversation with counsellor Rasha Taha, exploring how queer folks continue to face stigma, discrimination, and uncertainty, and how that impacts mental health over time. 

In this episode of Living Fully, counsellor Rasha Taha explores the history of Pride, the importance of visibility, and how identity is shaped by both personal experiences and the world around us.  

Feeling overwhelmed by the world lately? In this episode, counsellor Krystal Blacklock shares practical ways to cope with uncertainty, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion.

What actually happens in counselling? In this episode of Living Fully, psychologist Jelena Radan and social worker Laura McNeil answer common questions about therapy, break down misconceptions, and explain what people can expect when reaching out for support for the first time.

Supporting someone you love can be meaningful, but it can also feel overwhelming. This episode explores the realities of caregiving, from stress and burnout to guilt and loss, along with simple tools to help you stay grounded and supported.

Should AI play a role in mental health? AI can feel supportive, accessible, and easy to turn to, but it also poses real risks. In this episode, we explore how AI is showing up in people’s mental health journeys, what it can and can’t offer, and the risks it poses.   

How can you tell when worry has become anxiety? This conversation with counsellor Carmen Sadoway looks at common signs of anxiety, why uncertainty feels so uncomfortable, and how to respond with more self-compassion.

On this episode of Living Fully, registered social worker Kelsey Bradley talks about the relationship between work and anxiety, unravelling its sources and offering valuable insights on how you can navigate these challenges.

Is laughter the best medicine? In this episode, psychologist Joel Zimmerman explains the science behind humour, how it affects stress and mood, and when it helps — or hurts — during difficult times.

Registered Psychologist Lisa McIsaac joins us to talk about perfectionism, burnout, and what happens when our self-worth gets tied to productivity.

Money stress isn’t just about numbers—it affects sleep, mood, relationships, and self-worth. Here’s how to cope, communicate, and take one manageable step at a time. 

When life takes an unexpected turn, how do we keep going? Claire Masikewich shares her family’s experience navigating her daughter’s cancer diagnosis and the routines, mindset shifts, and support systems that help her cope through ongoing uncertainty. Joined by counsellor Ashley Enzie, the conversation explores grief, resilience, community, and how to care for yourself when things feel unbearable.

Loneliness can show up even when your life looks full from the outside. Counsellor Rasha Taha talks about what loneliness is, how life changes and social media play a role, and small, realistic ways to feel more connected again.

From family expectations to financial pressure, the holidays can be a lot. Counsellor Dennis Shishkin shares practical strategies for managing the holidays with less stress.

When the usual ways of coping stop working, what comes next? A look at men’s mental health, identity, and what it really means to take care of yourself. 

The ending of a relationship can be painful but also stir up many other conflicting emotions. It can shift your sense of who you are. In this episode, counsellor Rasha Taha talks about the emotional process of breakups – the grief, the identity shift, and the ways to move forward.

A good counselling relationship can make all the difference. Counsellor Rasha Taha joins Katherine to talk about the client-counsellor relationship. Learn how to recognize a good fit, what to do when it isn’t working, and why feedback is key to getting the most out of counselling.

Feeling low and pulling away? This episode looks at how social connection can ease depression, with practical ways to make it manageable. Counsellor Sarah Rosenfeld weighs in, and Maddi shares how counselling helped.

Depression is common — and treatable. In this episode, psychologist Long Zhou explains what depression feels like, when to reach out for help, and how counselling can help you find hope and feel better.