Psychologist Wardah Elahi sheds light on these challenges and offers practical advice for navigating this critical phase of life. From dealing with financial stress and pressure, to gaining autonomy, to building a healthy relationship with technology, this episode covers a range of strategies to smooth the transition into adulthood.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, our host Katherine Hurtig talks with registered social worker Stephanie Warner about the impact exercise can have on our mental health, and strategies for incorporating it into our daily lives.
Read MoreOn today’s episode of Living Fully, our host Katherine Hurtig talks with clients Brad and Jessie about their personal stories and the Building Esteem group program. Katherine also speaks with Annemarie Rued-Fraser, a registered psychologist, to learn the benefits of group counselling and why it can be a beneficial tool for addressing self-esteem concerns.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, our host Katherine Hurtig talks with Maggie Jiang, a registered psychologist, about the correlation of self-esteem and mental health. They explore the many factors that influence how you feel about yourself, how having good relationships with friends and family can protect your self-esteem, and much more.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, our host Katherine Hurtig talks with registered psychologist Amy Ramler to explore the intersection of grief, loss, and mental health. Amy shares how she helps her clients navigate the grieving process, provides guidance on how to approach grief, and ways you can support someone who’s experiencing the loss of a loved one.
Read MoreOn this Living Fully episode, social worker Sarah Rosenfeld walks us through some of the main misconceptions about counselling. She explains how counselling works, what to expect from counselling sessions, who can benefit from counselling, when is the best time to go to counselling and the time commitment needed to see changes.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, host Katherine Hurtig talks with registered social worker Anna Hemens about self-compassion and how it affects our mental health. They explore different strategies for cultivating self-compassion, overcoming societal influences, reframing your thoughts, and showing yourself kindness.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, our Host Katherine Hurtig talks with registered social worker Kelsey Bradley about the relationship between work and anxiety, unravelling its sources and offering valuable insights on how individuals can navigate these challenges.
Read MoreOn this episode of Living Fully, we’re turning the tables. Our host, Katherine Hurtig, shares her story about her journey with depression and anxiety. Before Katherine started working at Calgary Counselling Centre, she was a client and went through one-on-one and group program counselling. Together with registered social worker Sarah Rosenfeld, they delve into the impact of counselling on her emotional well-being.
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