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In Alberta, conversations around mental health and nervous system regulation are evolving—and rightly so. As a Registered Counselling Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist practicing in Alberta, one of the most surprising observations in my work has been how naturally hypnosis supports neurodivergent individuals . Far from being difficult or inaccessible, hypnosis often feels intuitive, grounding, and deeply effective for this population—especially when working with present-d

The holiday season in Alberta can bring beautiful moments of connection, tradition, and reflection. And at the same time, it can carry a quiet pressure to appear happy, grateful, and “okay”—even when that’s not how you’re really feeling. Between shorter days, winter weather, family gatherings, financial stress, and busy schedules, many Albertans find themselves emotionally stretched. If you’ve ever smiled through the season while feeling overwhelmed inside, you’re not alone.

In Alberta, the holiday season often brings a mix of joy, connection, beautiful traditions—and, for many people, more stress than they expect. Shorter days, colder weather, busy schedules, and the pressure to “hold it all together” can leave you feeling stretched thin. If you’re feeling the weight of the season, you’re not alone.And you don’t have to navigate it all on your own. Why Holiday Stress Shows Up—Especially Here in Alberta For many Albertans, December brings a uniqu

A guide for your first step toward deeper healing Whether you’re joining me online from Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, Grande Prairie or anywhere in Alberta — or sitting with me in person in Airdrie — your first hypnotherapy session is designed to feel grounding, safe, and deeply personal. Many Albertans come to hypnotherapy because they’re carrying stress, emotional weight, or patterns that feel hard to shift through talking alone. If that’s where you are, you’re n

If you’re here in Alberta and you’ve been trying to make a shift in your life — emotionally, mentally, or even physically — you’re not alone.So many people I meet share the same experience: “I’ve talked this through so many times… but something still isn’t changing.” And truly, there’s nothing wrong with you — and nothing wrong with talk therapy.It ’s simply that talking works with the conscious mind , and sometimes the deeper layer of your healing lives in the subconscious.

Thanksgiving in Alberta can be a time of warmth, connection, and gratitude — but it can also bring stress. From preparing the perfect...

As the crisp autumn air settles over Alberta, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on gratitude. Whether you’re taking a walk along...

As the leaves change and the air grows crisp, many Albertans find themselves feeling both energized by the beauty of fall and overwhelmed...

It’s easy to fall into judgment of others — their choices, their words, their behavior. But judgment often creates stress and distance in...

Life in Alberta is beautiful—big skies, changing seasons, and a strong sense of community. But it also comes with its challenges. Whether...

Our minds never stop producing thoughts. Some are light and fleeting, others heavy and stormy. Too often, we judge them, cling to them,...

Thank you Autumn for teaching us to let go Here in Alberta, the changing seasons always remind me of life’s natural rhythm. In autumn,...

Monday's Mindful Moment Our bodies carry us through every day — yet so often, we meet them with judgment. We compare, criticize, or wish...

When people in Alberta hear the word hypnosis , many think of stage shows, swinging watches, or clucking like a chicken. But...

Learn how mindfulness and non-judgment can help reduce stress and anxiety. Counselling, therapy, and hypnotherapy support available in...

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed living and working here in Alberta, it’s how much we carry on our shoulders. Whether it’s the long...

When people hear the word mindfulness , they often picture long retreats, hours of meditation, or sitting silently on a cushion. But...

The trees don’t resist change. When autumn comes, they let their leaves fall gracefully—trusting that new growth will come in its season....

Burnout in Alberta's Busy Work Culture Burnout Isn’t Just “Being Tired” Let’s be honest—life in Alberta can be fast-paced, demanding, and...

Life has a way of piling things on—thoughts, worries, expectations—that weigh us down. Sometimes, what feels heavy isn’t even ours to...