If you are reading this in the middle of the night, watching the numbers on your alarm clock tick steadily forward while your mind races, I want you to pause and take a deep breath. First, know that you are not broken. Second, know that you are not alone. As a registered psychotherapist at Laird…
We are told a beautiful, seductive lie by the wellness industry: that if we just try hard enough, eat clean enough, and think positively enough, we can bypass the messy reality of having an actual, physical body. We are sold a fantasy of a future body. one that is permanently energetic, perfectly proportioned, and impervious…
We live in a world that throws the words “anxious” and “depressed” around casually. We use them to describe a stressful afternoon at work or a rainy weekend afternoon. But behind the closed doors of my practice, I see a fundamentally different reality. I sit across from brilliant, highly capable people every day who run businesses, manage…
We live in a culture that loves to label everything. If you eat an extra slice of cake at a birthday party, someone calls it a “cheat day.” If you have a stressful afternoon at work and reach for a bag of chips, you might jokingly tell a coworker you’re “stress eating.” But behind closed…
Understanding the Binge Eating Cycle For so many people who experience a compulsive relationship with food, the heaviest weight isn’t the physical discomfort—it’s the intense isolation that settles in after the fog clears. It’s that quiet moment in the kitchen, looking at an empty wrapper or an open pantry, wondering how someone who is so…
Beyond Body Image Struggles: Signs of Emotional Eating and the Search for Perfection We live in a culture obsessed with the visible. We celebrate the drastic weight loss, the strict gym routines, the rigid meal prep, and the “unwavering discipline.” We look at someone who has successfully molded themselves to fit societal standards and we…
Dealing With Loneliness and Disordered Eating During the Holidays The holiday season can be a time of joy, but for many Canadians, it also brings loneliness and emotional eating. Understanding these challenges within the unique Canadian context can help us navigate the season with empathy and practical strategies. Statistics and Trends in Canada Loneliness and…
There is always more to success than what meets the eye.Just like an iceberg, the visible part of success is only a small fraction of what lies beneath the surface. What is visible to others – such as wealth, fame, and recognition – is often the result of years of hard work, dedication, and sometimes…
Did you know that insomnia affects up to 35% of adults? What is insomnia?Marked by difficulties in falling asleep, staying asleep, and achieving the desired duration of sleep, insomnia can cast a shadow over both nights and days. Its repercussions include excessive daytime sleepiness, an elevated risk of accidents, and widespread health effects stemming from sleep…
It’s important to remember that you don’t have to meet other people’s expectations in order to be successful. What matters most is that you follow the path that works for you. It’s okay if you have different goals or take a different approach than others.Everyone has their own journey and it’s important to honor that….