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Think Big
A few weeks ago, I received a lovely email from Jeff Jennings. He explained that he was contacting me to see if I would agree to participate in an exclusive...
Think Big
A few weeks ago, I received a lovely email from Jeff Jennings. He explained that he was contacting me to see if I would agree to participate in an exclusive...
Dealing With Addictions
I was recently asked if I would do an exclusive interview for a group called “Soulful Recovery” this week. The timing, I believe, is very appropriate as often the Christmas...
Dealing With Addictions
I was recently asked if I would do an exclusive interview for a group called “Soulful Recovery” this week. The timing, I believe, is very appropriate as often the Christmas...
Troubles
In the first scene of “The Music Man”, community members sing about how there is “trouble in River City”. Ever since my first viewing of this play, I have thought...
Troubles
In the first scene of “The Music Man”, community members sing about how there is “trouble in River City”. Ever since my first viewing of this play, I have thought...
Burn Out or Rust Out?
I work hard and always try to help individuals to the best of my ability. When people have questioned me about this over the years, I have replied by saying...
Burn Out or Rust Out?
I work hard and always try to help individuals to the best of my ability. When people have questioned me about this over the years, I have replied by saying...
The Time is Now
Over the years I have worked with people who handled life and stress well – until they couldn’t. Many had buried their problems and just tried to carry on without...
The Time is Now
Over the years I have worked with people who handled life and stress well – until they couldn’t. Many had buried their problems and just tried to carry on without...
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Years ago, when working as a Child Welfare Investigator I was often confused about behaviours of the clients. Fortunately, I was able to attend a wonderful workshop in Lethbridge where...
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Years ago, when working as a Child Welfare Investigator I was often confused about behaviours of the clients. Fortunately, I was able to attend a wonderful workshop in Lethbridge where...
Trauma and the Brain
When I grew up, there was a general consensus that the brain was a very inflexible organ. We believed that didn’t change much over time and probably couldn’t heal once...
Trauma and the Brain
When I grew up, there was a general consensus that the brain was a very inflexible organ. We believed that didn’t change much over time and probably couldn’t heal once...
Stop It!
Today I went for my six month follow up after having eyelid surgery. The ophthalmologist told me in passing that he has decided not to do cataract surgery anymore. He...
Stop It!
Today I went for my six month follow up after having eyelid surgery. The ophthalmologist told me in passing that he has decided not to do cataract surgery anymore. He...
Responding To Trouble
I find it so interesting that different people can have exactly the same things happen to them but each will respond in a different manner. One person might get drunk....
Responding To Trouble
I find it so interesting that different people can have exactly the same things happen to them but each will respond in a different manner. One person might get drunk....
But What If…?
Over the past few weeks, the world has been experiencing a pandemic which has stolen almost everything that we previously called “Normal”. No one seems to understand the virus and...
But What If…?
Over the past few weeks, the world has been experiencing a pandemic which has stolen almost everything that we previously called “Normal”. No one seems to understand the virus and...
Things to Ponder
The pandemic can be difficult to navigate and if we aren't careful, we might find that we are developing an anxiety disorder. It is very important that you not only...
Things to Ponder
The pandemic can be difficult to navigate and if we aren't careful, we might find that we are developing an anxiety disorder. It is very important that you not only...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
When I was growing up I remember hearing people talk about soldiers who had gone off to war and then come home with problems. They used the term "shell shock"...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
When I was growing up I remember hearing people talk about soldiers who had gone off to war and then come home with problems. They used the term "shell shock"...
Why A Psychologist?
I have seen over 7,000 clients in the past few years. They do not all live in Medicine Hat. In fact, many travel long distances for their appointments. You might...
Why A Psychologist?
I have seen over 7,000 clients in the past few years. They do not all live in Medicine Hat. In fact, many travel long distances for their appointments. You might...
The Personality Disorders
Have you ever met someone who seems to have thinking patterns that are distorted, emotional responses that are problematic, lack of impulse control and interpersonal difficulties? Although it I important...
The Personality Disorders
Have you ever met someone who seems to have thinking patterns that are distorted, emotional responses that are problematic, lack of impulse control and interpersonal difficulties? Although it I important...
Adjustment Disorder
A few years ago I was in Seattle and was surprised to learn that the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks which were built in 1911 are second largest in size after...
Adjustment Disorder
A few years ago I was in Seattle and was surprised to learn that the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks which were built in 1911 are second largest in size after...
Dealing with Crisis
It was five in the morning and thankfully I had received lots of rest on the weekend. A message flashed on my computer screen and I learned that my sister...
Dealing with Crisis
It was five in the morning and thankfully I had received lots of rest on the weekend. A message flashed on my computer screen and I learned that my sister...
Is Your Diagnosis Accurate, a Problem or a Result?
Life can be confusing and complex. Sometimes I have clients begin therapy with me after they have been given a diagnosis for a mental illness. They do not always believe...
Is Your Diagnosis Accurate, a Problem or a Result?
Life can be confusing and complex. Sometimes I have clients begin therapy with me after they have been given a diagnosis for a mental illness. They do not always believe...
Having ADHD Can Be a Good Thing!
Place the palm of your hand over your forehead. The area behind the palm is the frontal lobe of your brain. It houses executive function which is similar to the...
Having ADHD Can Be a Good Thing!
Place the palm of your hand over your forehead. The area behind the palm is the frontal lobe of your brain. It houses executive function which is similar to the...
What is Asperger's Disorder?
Autism and Asperger's Disorder are both classified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV) published by the American Psychiatric Association as Pervasive Development Disorders. Asperger's Disorder causes clinically significant impairment in social,...
What is Asperger's Disorder?
Autism and Asperger's Disorder are both classified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV) published by the American Psychiatric Association as Pervasive Development Disorders. Asperger's Disorder causes clinically significant impairment in social,...
Label Or Diagnosis?
Frequently I hear individuals state that they do not like to see people being "labeled" with a diagnosis. I find this a little difficult to understand as I like to...
Label Or Diagnosis?
Frequently I hear individuals state that they do not like to see people being "labeled" with a diagnosis. I find this a little difficult to understand as I like to...