It’s OK to take a break. As young people we are often told we can do whatever we set our minds to, that if we work hard we will succeed, and that we should reach for greatness in all that we do. This mindset, while motivating and inspiring, is also constricting and guilt inducing. If…

Question: I am scared to take ADHD medication, do I have to take it? Cammi’s Answer: No, you certainly do not have to take medication just because you have ADHD. Although, many people find it incredibly helpful. Medication is there as a support, and the nice thing about most ADHD medication is that it is…

ADHD doesn’t usually cause unique issues for couples, but it can intensify the things that most couples struggle with. Here are some things that couples in ADHD relationships often struggle with 1) A Pursuer/Withdrawer pattern. Often the ADHD partner tends to withdraw from conflicts, doing tasks, or arguments, and the other partner pursues (nitpicking, or…

The Grateful Future Exercise *This exercise is not to be used in place of therapy/counselling. Although I believe this exercise to be helpful and positive I must put up the following disclaimer: By engaging in this exercise you do so at your own risk.*  This is one of my favorite exercises for clarifying intention, understanding…

One of the reasons I find dream exploration so helpful in sessions is because it allows an individual to understand themselves in a deeper, more profound way. Dream exploration allows for a greater understanding of how we see the world, what is important to us, what symbols hold meaning for us, and what patterns we…

Enjoying the Holidays and Healthy, Helpful, Holiday Hacks! As the holiday season approaches the social expectations, familial expectations, and personal expectations tend to take over and flood the brain. There are often expectations regarding gifts, time away, food, hosting and many, many other things. Even if you do not celebrate the holiday season the stress…