Blog Posts

Behind the Movember mustaches is a deeper message: men’s mental health matters. Too often, stereotypes like “real men don’t cry” or “asking for help is weak” keep men silent. This blog challenges those beliefs and reframes strength as self-awareness, connection, and courage. Real strength isn’t staying silent—it’s choosing to speak up, seek help, and show that vulnerability and resilience can coexist.

Every parent wants their child to grow into a happy, resilient adult, but resilience isn’t built by avoiding hardship. It’s learned through facing challenges with support, reflection, and care. This blog explores practical ways to help kids develop resilience—from allowing natural consequences to modelling perseverance, so they can bounce back stronger and thrive through life’s ups and downs.

As the days get shorter, many of us notice a change in our mood, energy, and focus. This World Mental Health Day, take a moment to check in with yourself using tools like the PHQ-9—a simple way to assess how you’re really doing. This blog offers insight, practical tips, and trusted resources to help you care for your mental health and find support when you need it most.

September is Suicide Awareness Month—a time to remember, learn, and take action. Suicide isn’t just an individual issue; it’s shaped by connection, community, and the world we build together. This blog explores the power of breaking silence, recognizing warning signs, and offering support. With compassion and awareness, we can all play a role in prevention and bring hope to those who need it most.

Too much screen time and late summer nights can leave kids struggling to focus once school begins. This blog shares simple strategies to cut back on screens, reset healthy sleep routines, and ease the back-to-school transition. From family screen-time habits to calming bedtime routines, learn how small changes now can set your child up for success this fall.

Every child’s brain develops at its own pace—and challenges with focus, emotions, or learning don’t always mean something is wrong. This blog explains how brain development works, why differences can arise, and how psychological assessments can uncover strengths, address challenges, and guide the right support so your child can thrive.

Sports aren’t just for physical health—they boost mental well-being at every age. For kids and adults alike, staying active can improve focus, reduce stress, build confidence, and create a sense of belonging. Whether it’s on a team or solo, the emotional and cognitive benefits of sports can last a lifetime.

If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard the term “ISP.” But what is it—and how can it help? An Instructional Support Plan is a tool schools use to tailor support, track goals, and partner with parents to meet your child’s unique learning needs. This blog explains how ISPs work, when they’re needed, and how they can empower both students and families to thrive in the classroom.

Ever felt like school was harder than it should be? This blog shares the journey of navigating post-secondary with undiagnosed ADHD—from constant burnout and self-doubt to the freedom of finally understanding how the brain works. If procrastination, panic, or feeling “lazy” has ever weighed you down, you’re not alone. A diagnosis isn’t a label—it’s a lens that can change everything.

Enhance executive functioning this spring and summer with fun activities that build focus, memory, and flexibility—learn while you play!