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Celebrating Sabrina Brady: Honoured as One of Edify’s Top 40 Under 40

Posted on 03/11/2025 in

We are thrilled to share that Sabrina Brady, Registered Psychologist at Insight Psychological, has been recognized as one of Edify Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 honourees for 2025! From the beginning of her career, Sabrina has been drawn to helping people feel understood and supported, no matter their background or circumstances. Her approach is grounded in empathy and a genuine belief in the value of every individual’s story. Whether through one-on-one sessions, group therapy, or collaborative programs, she works to build environments where people can share openly and begin to heal without fear of judgment. Sabrina’s compassion is informed not… Read More Here!

Facing Fear Through Play: How “Scary Play” Is Helping Anxious Kids Regulate Emotions

Posted on 02/10/2025 in Children, ChildTherapy

TL;DR: Scary play helps children manage anxiety by safely engaging with fear through activities like ghost stories or simulated thunderstorms. This playful exposure builds emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience, turning fear into a valuable teaching tool for emotional growth. When most people think of helping children manage anxiety, they imagine soft lighting, soothing music, maybe some toys or coloring sheets. But what if we added ghost stories, simulated thunderstorms, or even a haunted house? Welcome to the world of scary play—a surprising, research-backed therapeutic approach that uses horror-themed elements to help children better understand and regulate their emotions. While it… Read More Here!

From Worry to Ready: Six Steps to a Smooth School Return

Posted on 02/09/2025 in Children, Mental Health, Parenting

TL;DR: Back-to-school season can bring stress for both kids and parents due to new routines, social pressures, and rising expectations. Psychologist Michelle Richards-Thompson shares six practical tips—like validating feelings, establishing routines, and modeling calm—to help families feel more prepared and connected. Back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and jitters. New teachers, unfamiliar classmates, shifting routines, and rising academic expectations can rattle even highly confident kids. Parents feel it, too. On top of supporting big feelings, you’re wrangling supplies, schedules, transportation, and sometimes tight budgets—pressure that can spill over at home just when your child needs your calm. As a… Read More Here!

Up the Rabbit Hole with a Sex Therapist: Sexuality in Aging Populations

Posted on 08/07/2025 in Sex and Aging, Sexual Health, Sexual Wellness

TL;DR:This episode of Up the Rabbit Hole explores sexuality in later life with guest Joan Price, challenging myths about aging and intimacy. It encourages open communication, adapting to physical changes, and focusing on pleasure over performance. Aging isn't the end of sex—it's a chance to redefine it with confidence, curiosity, and connection. In this episode of Up the Rabbit Hole, Dr. Cory Hrushka and Brandi Enns are joined by Joan Price, author, speaker, and advocate for ageless sexuality. Together, they explore the often-overlooked topic of sexuality in aging populations, shedding light on the challenges, changes, and opportunities that come with… Read More Here!

The Healing Power of Water: A Path to Better Mental Health

Posted on 08/07/2025 in Healing, Mental Health

TL;DR: Spending time near water—whether swimming, walking by a lake, or sitting by the ocean—has powerful mental health benefits. Known as “blue spaces,” these environments help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression through calming sights and sounds. Swimming also promotes mindfulness and mood-boosting endorphins, making water a valuable, often-overlooked tool for emotional well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety seem to be ever-present, maintaining good mental health has never been more important. While therapy, medication, and exercise are commonly recognized strategies for mental well-being, there's one powerful and often overlooked tool: water. Whether it’s swimming in a pool, walking… Read More Here!