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Mental health is a universal concern, yet men and women often experience psychological challenges differently due to a combination of biological, social, and cultural factors. Understanding these differences is critical for providing effective, individualized therapy. Gender-specific considerations allow mental health professionals to tailor interventions, improve outcomes, and support long-term emotional well-being. Unique Mental Health Considerations [...]

Everyone feels anxious from time to time. It is a natural human response to stress and uncertainty. But when anxiety begins to take over, when worry, tension, or restlessness start to affect your sleep, work, or relationships, it may be time to take a closer look at what is happening. Anxiety can appear in many [...]

Chronic pain is more than a physical experience. It can affect mood, focus, relationships, and overall quality of life. Over time, ongoing pain can lead to feelings of frustration, anxiety, or hopelessness. These emotional challenges can make pain feel even more intense. At Trickett Counselling, we understand that true healing means caring for both the [...]

Human connection is one of our most basic needs. From the moment we are born, we learn how to give and receive love through the relationships that shape us. These early experiences often create patterns that stay with us into adulthood, influencing how we communicate, trust, and respond to emotional closeness.   At Trickett Counselling, [...]

Compassionate Support for Borderline Personality Disorder at Trickett Counselling Mental Health, Healing, Support, Therapy, Coping Skills   Borderline Personality Disorder, often called BPD, is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Too often, it is spoken about with fear or judgment rather than empathy. Yet behind every intense emotion and reaction is a person [...]

Building a Relapse Prevention Plan for Mental Health Recovery Mental Health, Therapy, Coping Skills, Relapse Prevention   Recovery from mental health challenges is not a straight line. There are moments of progress, stability, and confidence, and there are times when old symptoms or thoughts begin to resurface. These moments do not mean failure. They are [...]

The Science Behind DBT for Emotion Regulation and BPD Recovery Mental Health, Therapy, DBT, BPD, Emotion Regulation Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most complex and misunderstood mental health conditions. It is characterized by intense emotions, difficulties with self-image, impulsive behaviors, and unstable relationships. These challenges can make daily life feel overwhelming and [...]

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Teens’ Mental Health in Canada in 2025 Teen Mental Health, Depression, Parenting, Youth Counselling Raising a teenager has never been easy, but in 2025, Canadian parents face challenges that didn’t exist a generation ago. Between social media pressures, academic demands, global uncertainty, and the lingering effects of the pandemic years, [...]

Behind the Silence: Why People Still Mask Mental Health Challenges Mental health, Stigma, Inner Strength In 2025, conversations about mental health are more open than ever before, yet stigma still lingers. Across the world, many people continue to mask their struggles in silence, putting on a brave face at work, in school, and even among [...]

Why Self-Compassion Is More Powerful Than Self-Criticism Emotional Wellbeing, Personal Growth, Inner Strength Many people believe that being hard on themselves will push them to do better. But research shows the opposite: self-compassion leads to more resilience, motivation, and long-term growth than self-criticism ever could. When we criticize ourselves harshly, it activates the brain’s threat [...]