Do you ever feel frozen, stuck, or trapped in your body, even when you know you’re safe? Learn what’s happening in your nervous system, why anxiety and trauma can cause this, and how to gently move out of freeze and reconnect with yourself.
Read MoreLearn why trauma is stored in the body and how therapy supports change by reducing anxiety, improving emotional regulation, building confidence, and strengthening relationships.
Read MoreWhat does it feel like to live with OCD, especially when it’s misnamed, misunderstood, or stigmatized? Simran Chahal, RSW and therapist at Amanda Neves Therapy, shares a deeply personal reflection on navigating OCD within the context of culture, identity, and mental health. With honesty and insight, she discusses how early symptoms were overlooked, how shame shaped her experience, and how finding the right language and support transformed her relationship with OCD and self-worth.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed, stressed, or disconnected in the Riverdale community of East York, Toronto or anywhere in Ontario? Mindfulness can help you reconnect with your body, emotions, and daily experiences - without needing hours of meditation. Amy Lesperance, RSW at Amanda Neves Therapy, shares practical strategies to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life. From noticing the senses during daily routines to embracing “glimmers” of joy, these tips help you reduce stress, improve emotional awareness, and live more fully - right now, wherever you are.
Read MoreThe death of a parent can be a devastating life milestone. In particular, the loss of a mother is a unique experience for a daughter, especially early on in life. In this book review, ANT therapist Stephanie Premrl shares her insights on “Motherless Daughters”, as well as her own experiences of grief, loss, and healing.
Read MoreCOVID19 got you down? You and everyone else on our home, planet Earth. Join fellow Toronto-based therapist Jenn Shields and I as we share our mental health insights on the crummy feelings of grief and loss as the world self-isolates to stay safe.
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