Neurotypicals generally process and perceive context differently than many neurodivergent individuals, particularly those on the autism spectrum. This isn’t a matter of one group being more or less perceptive, but rather a fundamental difference in how their brains prioritize and synthesize information. The core distinction lies in what’s known as “top-down” versus “bottom-up” processing.…
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation, reading an email, or watching a social interaction and felt like you were missing a crucial piece of information? Like everyone else understood the unspoken rules, the hidden meanings, or the underlying emotional currents, but you didn’t? This experience, where the subtle nuances and surrounding information that… Read more The post Decoding the…
Navigating mental health care in Canada can sometimes feel complex, especially when it comes to understanding how therapists are regulated and where they can practice. For individuals seeking support, it’s crucial to know that many qualified professionals are accessible, and for practitioners, understanding inter-provincial guidelines is key to ethical practice. As an LCT-C (Licensed Counselling……
Psychotherapy/Counselling are often covered by insurance. Therapy sessions are $150 each (tax and fees included). Some insurance companies require you to pay directly and then submit your receipt for reimbursal. In this case you must pay 100% of the session. Many insurance companies are now accepting direct billing for psychotherapy/counselling, and your plan may be… Read more The post Insurance…
In New Brunswick, accessing mental health support has evolved, offering a range of private therapy options alongside publicly funded services. For many, private therapy provides an opportunity for more immediate access, specialized care, and a greater degree of choice in their therapeutic journey. This article will explore how private therapy operates in the province, covering… Read more The post…
Whether you’re in an in-person therapy clinic where you see clients one on one or in your own office at home providing virtual therapy, there may be a breach of confidentiality hiding in your midst. As a web-developer turned virtual therapist, I’m always considering the ethics of cybersecurity (check out the video below on a… Read more The post Are Our Devices Spying on Our Therapy Sessions With…
If you think you’re safe from data security breaches or from social media apps trying to link you with clients, you might be wrong… When scrolling through Tik Tok one day I had an incredibly uncomfortable feeling as a practitioner. Right there in my suggested followers was a client of mine. To make matters incredibly… Read more The post Data Security, AI, and Over-Stepping Apps as a Threat to…
I am a licensed counsellor in New Brunswick, Canada. I am also an army spouse—and so many of our community are victims to the MLM world. I’ve always been anti-mlm and would roll my eyes at Avon far longer than anybody else, despite knowing numerous people who were selling or buying Avon religiously. I have… Read more The post A Therapist’s View on MLMs and Their Predatory Nature appeared first on…
You might be surprised to hear that I, as a therapist, feel like therapy services are incredibly expensive. I’d actually love if I could work without charging clients a dime for services, but unfortunately, private practice therapy is often not covered by insurance companies or provincial bodies. Deciding on fees for my practice has been… Read more The post The ELEPHANT in the room… why is therapy…
The following resources for mental health and support are available to individuals and families living in Fredericton, New Brunswick and the surrounding area such as Oromocto and Lincoln. Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre The Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre offers free family programs to parents in the Fredericton, New Brunswick area. This service offers a… Read more The post…