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Rooted Reflections: The Calming Tree Counselling Blog
Real talk, insights, and a little inspiration.
Insights from the counselling and psychotherapy team at Calming Tree in Kitchener-Waterloo. Practical, compassionate writing on anxiety, grief, parenting, relationships, and starting therapy.
We offer children's, teen and youth, individual, and relationship counselling, in person in Kitchener and virtually across Ontario.
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Why “No” Is Not a Bad Word: The Power of Boundaries in Parenting
As parents, we want the very best for our children. We want them to feel loved, heard, and supported. But in today’s world of modern parenting, a growing theme in children’s counseling is emerging: many parents are struggling to say “no.”
Embracing Self-Compassion: A Guide from a Psychotherapist's Perspective
Welcome to a journey towards self-compassion, a vital practice often overlooked in our busy lives. As a psychotherapist, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of treating ourselves with the same kindness we readily offer to others.
