As the new school year begins, many students face a mix of excitement and anxiety. In our latest blog, we explore how parents and educators can ease back-to-school stress by promoting a growth mindset, encouraging curiosity, and prioritizing mental well-being. Learn simple, research-backed strategies to support students through this transition and set them up for a year of learning, resilience, and confidence.
Read MoreLooking to explore the deeper meaning behind your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors? Depth-oriented therapy is a powerful approach that helps uncover unconscious patterns and promote personal growth. In this post, we explain what depth-oriented therapy is, what to expect in a session, and how it can support healing. Now offering depth-oriented therapy with Keira MacKenzie at Summit Counselling Services—book a session today and begin your journey toward self-discovery.
Read MoreColor doesn’t just change how our homes look. Research shows it actually influences our mood, our creativity, and even our behaviour. Let’s take a closer look at what science says about different colours, and how you can use them to design a home that truly supports the way you want to live.
Read MoreAs we grow older, it’s easy to focus on physical health—but our mental well-being matters just as much. Explore the emotional challenges many seniors face, from grief and loneliness to caregiver stress and a changing sense of purpose. This post offers simple, effective ways to boost your mood, stay connected, and find meaning—plus where to turn for support. Whether you're navigating this season yourself or supporting a loved one, it's never too late to prioritize your mental health.
Read MoreFor many clients, the idea of sitting across from a therapist in a formal office setting can feel intimidating or stagnant. Walk-and-talk therapy offers a more relaxed and organic environment, which can help ease nerves and promote a sense of freedom and openness.
Read MoreMany people were never taught how to set boundaries, let alone maintain them. But learning to do so—clearly, consistently, and compassionately—can drastically improve mental health, reduce stress, and strengthen relationships both personally and professionally.
Read MoreIf you’re living with PTSD: you are not broken. Your brain and body are doing their best to protect you based on what you’ve been through. PTSD is not a sign of weakness—it’s a response to surviving something overwhelming.
Today, we honour your strength. We see the courage it takes to face each day. Whether you’re just beginning to understand your symptoms or are deep in the work of healing, please know: help is available, and healing is possible.
Read MoreWhen we move our bodies, something incredible happens in our brains. Exercise increases blood flow, boosts endorphins (our feel-good hormones), and stimulates the release of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports learning, memory, and mood regulation. That’s why a brisk walk can clear your mind just as effectively as it strengthens your heart.
Read MoreCreating a version of yourself as a superhero, warrior, or sci-fi character taps into something ancient: the desire to project a more powerful, imaginative version of the self. These digital avatars let users experiment with different facets of identity—bravery, fantasy, rebellion—without consequence. It's play, but it's also profound.
Read MoreEvery year, Mental Health Week provides us with a powerful opportunity to reflect on the importance of emotional well-being, to check in with ourselves and others, and most importantly, to talk openly about mental health. In 2025, as conversations around mental wellness become more common, there’s one message that still needs to be heard loud and clear:
Read MoreAs we reflect on Earth Day and the importance of caring for the planet, it's also the perfect time to consider how nature can care for us. Research continues to show that spending time in nature can significantly improve mental well-being. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, manage anxiety, or simply feel more grounded, nature offers a powerful and accessible tool for emotional and psychological support.
Read MoreEmotion regulation is an essential psychological skill that allows individuals to manage and respond to emotional experiences in a healthy and adaptive way. Whether we’re calming ourselves down after a stressful event or working to shift our mindset during a tough day, emotion regulation is at the heart of how we interact with ourselves and the world around us.
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