In any relationship, whether professional or personal, codependency can quickly creep in and take hold. This can manifest as micromanaging behaviors – needing to control every aspect of the relationship or situation. If you find yourself falling into this unhealthy pattern, it’s important to take steps to address the issue. Here are some tips on […]
Category Archives: Your Questions Answered
If you’ve experienced trauma, you may have difficulty receiving love. Whether it’s from friends, family, or a romantic partner, the fear of being hurt can be overwhelming. At its core, love is one of the fundamental building blocks of security and belonging which acts as a key component of happiness for human beings. With that […]
Is apathy the same as depression? This article dives into this topic.
Today’s question is about the importance of attachment styles in a relationship. What are the attachment styles? Today’s question is about attachment styles and why they areessentialt in relationships. We develop attachment styles early in childhood. There are four primary attachment styles that determine our kind of connecting with others, depending upon our experience and […]
What are the qualities of a good counsellor? One of the core qualities of a great counsellor is the same as a good confidant.
What is inter-dependency? Elaine shares the definition of inter-dependency and the main differences with co-dependency.
What’s the Difference Between Stonewalling and Defensiveness? As part of our ‘Your Questions Answered” series, our counsellors take a question and present the answer in video format. In this video, Elaine McCaw, Registered Clinical Counsellor & Certified Family Mediator explains the difference between Stonewalling Versus Defensiveness. If you are wondering how counseling can help you, […]