Purple Thursday on October 19th is a day to raise awareness regarding the intersection between brain injury and intimate partner violence with the goal to eliminate it. Understanding Brain Injury Caused by Intimate Partner Violence Intimate partner violence (IPV) can include many types of harm such as physical, sexual or psychological...
As October begins, it marks International Dyslexia Month and World Dyslexia Day. Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disorders in the world, with over 750,000 Canadian students having this disorder. Most often, many people have misconceptions about dyslexia. It encompasses more than jumbled letters or words floating...
Canada Day is a time when communities come together to celebrate our nation's rich heritage, diversity, and unity. It's a day filled with joyous festivities, gatherings, and parties. However, it's important to recognize that while these celebrations can be an exciting time for many, they can also be triggering...
We are honoured to be recognized by The Best Calgary as one of the top family counselling services in the city! The Best Calgary delivers the most in-depth buying guides and recommendations by evaluating each product or service with a strict set of standards and criteria. The organization was...
If your thoughts, mood, and behaviours are worrying you, a mental health assessment can be the first step to improving your emotional well-being. Assessments are also done by request of a doctor or for legal reasons. Some signs of mental health concerns include: A decline in personal care Loss of...
Relationships are unique; few things are more enduring than a family bond. It can bring joy, growth, and restoration to your life. However, relationships can also be complicated, full of challenges, and overwhelming to navigate. If you’re struggling to find stability with your significant other, we at Family Psychology...
Happy holidays from The Family Psychology Place! We want to extend our gratitude this holiday season. We appreciate you, our NW and SW Calgary clients. You make our work the rewarding occupation it is. For this reason, we wanted to help by compiling a few holiday best practices for...
Sexuality can be a confusing and sensitive subject. This notion is especially true when you feel you have no one to confide in. The Family Psychology Place offers sexuality counselling services in a safe environment. So if you’re struggling with sexual turmoil and feel you need a supportive space...
Depression is a severe condition. It can impact your sleep, appetite, and overall mental and physical health. For these reasons, knowing when to seek counselling for depression in Calgary is essential. The Family Psychology Place is the largest private psychology clinic in Western Canada. Our team is comprised of qualified...
Everyone experiences pain. Although it varies and fluctuates in time frames, it is still a part of the human condition. However, some people experience pain more acutely and for more extended periods than others. If this sounds like you, it may be worth exploring counselling services for pain. At The...
