Caring for yourself in the postpartum period can pose a challenge, especially with the new stress and excitement of a newborn baby. Proper postpartum care can not only make you a more attentive and effective mother, but can also help to ward of stress, illness and feeling overwhelmed in the hectic postpartum stages. Getting enough […]
Archive for the ‘Psychology’ Category
The holidays are typically seen as the most exciting time of the year. But for many of us, when we have recently experienced the loss of a loved one, the holidays can be touched by sadness instead. As we cope with this sadness, it is important to find ways to honour and cherish the memory […]
I had the opportunity recently to provide a guest lecture at Tarry Ahuja’s third-year Addictions course which is part of the undergraduate Psychology Degree program at Carleton University. The course is also part of the CUTV program allowing it to reach 600 students via television broadcasting. As a Carleton University Alum, it was great to […]
UPDATE: OUR NEW OFFICE IS NOW OPEN AND ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Senta Counselling Services is proud to announce the opening of our second office location. The new space will be located in the Barhaven area of Ottawa close to the Strandherd Dr and Woodroffe Ave intersection. This counselling office in Barrhaven also welcomes a new […]
Resiliency can be an essential factor to maintaining your relationship, even in times of stress and hardship. Moving, illness, family dilemmas, loss of job and many other struggles may pose challenges to your relationship. Such issues can create conflict, stress and even resentment towards your partner. So how can you overcome hardship and maintain your […]
Teen anxiety can be a very difficult experience for your adolescent child. Anxiety is a common symptom in everyones life but when it interferes with daily functioning it is important to understand what exactly is going on for your teen so that the proper help can be provided. Parents, caregivers, teachers and health care professionals […]