Throughout our lives, we all encounter difficult and distressing events, but at times, these experiences leave profound emotional scars that hinder our ability to live a fully satisfying and happy life. I want to underscore the importance of processing trauma and highlight how seeking trauma-informed treatment can pave the way toward healing. Trauma represents a…

I am a psychologist, husband, and a father of two wonderful children, Capri (two years old) and Beckett (Ten weeks). I have come to appreciate through firsthand knowledge the profound influence family has on mental health and our overall wellbeing. Family plays a crucial role in creating positive mental health for each member, including us…

In a world where men are often expected to embody stoicism and suppress vulnerability, talking about mental health can feel like an uphill battle. Yet, acknowledging and addressing mental health struggles is not only courageous but deeply transformative. As a psychologist and a man, I am passionate about fostering men’s mental well-being, recognizing the unique…

It is common knowledge among lawyers, and even society at large, that the practice of law is difficult. The pressure starts long before law school begins, with achieving the requisite undergraduate grades and LSAT scores, and continues through school, articling, CPLED, and becoming an associate, then partner. Moreover, the afflictions are countless; the research is…

Therapy is a frontline form of treatment for numerous mental health concerns and decades of research confirms that it is extremely effective at addressing psychopathology and simply improving one’s wellbeing (Smith, Glass, & Miller, 1980). The COVID-19 pandemic forced society to adapt and change quickly to accommodate a new distant normal. These changes also included…