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Video: The Truth About Child Sex Abuse

Posted on 01/12/2015 in Abuse, Children, Parenting, Sexual Issues

Sex abuse of any kind is terrible and can leave lifelong mental and emotional scars, but it is especially abhorrent when it happens to children. The video below is a great piece produced by the BBC on "The Truth About Child Sex Abuse" Watch Video Here If you have concerns about child sexual abuse or abuse of any kind, Insight Psychological has experienced counselors in Edmonton & Calgary that are available to help. Contact us today. Read More Here!

Strategies for Coping with Anger

Posted on 02/10/2015 in Anger Issues, Couples Counselling

TL;DR: Anger often masks underlying feelings, so identify and express your emotions using “I” statements. When arguments heat up, take a break to cool down and reflect, focusing on your role and possible solutions—remember, you can only control your own reactions. Anger is often experienced as a reaction to underlying feelings. A woman makes an angry comment to her husband, but in reality she is feeling unheard and disregarded because he forgot to buy diapers again. This type of scenario may sound familiar to couples, but all relationships are affected by anger. It is important to take some time to… Read More Here!

Renewing The Woo

Posted on 02/10/2015 in Couples Counselling

TL;DR: Romance doesn’t have to fade—reconnect by spending quality time together, showing affection, revisiting old gestures, and trying new experiences. Maintain independence, build relationship skills, and seek professional support early if needed. TL;DR: Romance doesn't have to fade - reconnect by spending quality time together, showing affection, revisiting old gestures, and trying new experiences. Maintain independence, build relationship skills, and seek professional support early if needed. Most of us have experienced the excitement of falling in love. While most of us know that as the relationship or marriage evolves, the excitement has to evolve too, but too often it becomes… Read More Here!

Getting ready for the first day of school

Posted on 02/10/2015 in Children, Family Issues, Parenting

TL;DR: Starting school can be exciting but also stressful. Ease anxiety by preparing your child, showing confidence, and ending the day positively. Seek professional support if needed. Another big milestone has arrived…your child is ready for their first day of school. You have introduced the idea of your child being able to go to school all summer long. You have bought all their school supplies and a cool new backpack. Your child is excited, you are excited, so everyone must be ready! However, it is important to recognize that going into any new environment with unfamiliar faces can cause anxiety… Read More Here!

7 Tips for Blended Families

Posted on 02/10/2015 in Couples Counselling, Family Issues, Parenting

TL;DR: Blended families are common but often challenging, especially for children. Success is more likely with younger kids, fewer children, strong parental bonds, and respectful relationships with ex-partners. Key tips include modeling healthy relationships, listening and empathizing with children, dedicating one-on-one time, managing expectations, prioritizing self-care, and maintaining a strong marital bond while giving children time to adjust. About 43% of all marriages these days include one or more of the partners who have had a previous marriage. 65% of these remarriages involve children from a previous relationship. When all the math is done, it appears that one out of… Read More Here!