by Tiana Blandizzi | Jul 11, 2025 | Communication Skills, Couples Therapy, Emotion regulation, Family Therapy, Self-help, Self-development, Stages of Change, Therapy
In relationships, we often talk about physical responsibilities—who takes out the trash, who cooks dinner, who picks the kids up from school. But there’s another type of work that is just as important, though often invisible: emotional labor. While the term...
by Tiana Blandizzi | Jun 10, 2025 | Cognitive behavioural therapy, Emotion regulation, Goal-Setting, Mental Health Disorders, Psychotherapy, Stages of Change, Therapy, Trauma
We talk a lot about taking care of our physical health—going to the doctor for checkups, staying active, eating well—but mental health is often overlooked until something feels seriously wrong. Just like your body gives you signs when something’s off, your mind...
by Tiana Blandizzi | May 27, 2025 | Cognitive behavioural therapy, Communication Skills, Goal-Setting, Mental Health Disorders, Psychotherapy, Self-esteem, Self-help, Self-development, Therapy, Trauma
In recent years, the term self-care has exploded in popularity. From bath bombs and yoga classes to “treat yourself” shopping sprees and mental health days, self-care is everywhere —especially on social media. But there’s a growing confusion between real...
by Tiana Blandizzi | May 13, 2025 | Cognitive behavioural therapy, Psychotherapy, Self-esteem, Self-help, Self-development, Therapy
In today’s world, we talk more openly about mental health than ever before—but for many men, the idea of going to therapy still carries a quiet stigma. You might have heard it yourself: “Just suck it up.” “Don’t be soft.” “Deal with it like a man.” These...
by Tiana Blandizzi | May 2, 2025 | Couples Therapy, Self-help, Self-development, Therapy, Values
Our relationships shape us in profound ways. Whether it’s the closeness of a lifelong friendship, the intimacy of a romantic relationship, or the shared history of a sibling bond, these connections help define who we are. But like anything meaningful,...
by Tiana Blandizzi | Apr 14, 2025 | Psychotherapy, Therapy, Trauma
Trauma doesn’t always leave visible scars. Sometimes, it doesn’t even register as trauma in the moment—especially if it happened slowly, over time, or was normalized during childhood. But unprocessed trauma has a way of lingering. It can influence your thoughts,...
by Tiana Blandizzi | Apr 4, 2025 | Goal-Setting, Therapy
Procrastination is a common struggle affecting students, professionals, and even highly motivated individuals. Despite the best intentions, we often delay important tasks, opting instead for short-term distractions. But why do we procrastinate, and how can we...
by Tiana Blandizzi | Mar 26, 2025 | Mental Health Disorders, Therapy, Work-life Balance
In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure society, feelings of fatigue, disinterest, and emotional exhaustion have become increasingly common. However, when these symptoms persist, it can be difficult to tell whether you are experiencing burnout or depression....
by Tiana Blandizzi | Mar 17, 2025 | Self-help, Self-development, Therapy
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, family gatherings, and celebration. However, for many people, it can also be a period of stress, emotional strain, and heightened mental health challenges. While the holidays are certainly a time of giving, they...
by Tiana Blandizzi | Mar 11, 2025 | Self-help, Self-development, Therapy
In relationships, whether romantic, platonic, or familial, control often becomes a silent struggle. We want our loved ones to act a certain way, make specific choices, and prioritize us in particular ways. When they don’t, the resulting frustration,...
