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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria – the fear of unbearable pain and how to live with it
What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)? Sensitive. Irritable. Defensive. Maybe you’ve been labeled by others over the years who don’t understand just how painful it can be to live with…
Angela Dore
The Five Love Languages and Queer Relationships: Can They Fit?
Love Languages: A Familiar Framework Many people who come to my therapy couch have heard of the Five Love Languages, including queer couples. The concept has been hugely popular and…
Angela Dore
ADHD and Money: Why Finances Can Feel So Frustrating
If managing money feels harder for you than it seems to for everyone else, you are not alone. Maybe you’ve forgotten to pay bills, avoided checking your bank account, made…
Angela Dore
Anxiety in a Neurodivergent Brain: Why the Usual Coping Tips Don’t Always Help
The Trouble with Neurodivergent Brains and Anxiety For a lot of people, anxiety advice starts to sound the same. Breathe deeply. Meditate. Stay present. Keep a gratitude journal. If you’ve…
Angela Dore
How to Actually Sit With Your Emotions
Written by Stacey Squires, MSW, RSW & Angela Dore, MSW, RSW How We Avoid Sitting With Emotions Scroll. Clean the kitchen. Stay busy. Call a friend. Work late. Eat. Spend.…
Angela Dore
What Is EMDR Therapy? Understanding How EMDR Helps Heal Trauma
Written by Laura Coulombe, Registered Psychologist & Founder of Eclipse Psychology www.eclipsepsychology.ca Introduction You may have heard of this weird sounding type of therapy called EMDR, otherwise known as Eye Movement…
Angela Dore
Self-Compassion: Why Kindness Works Better than Criticism – and How to Begin
Why choose self-compassion? Making the journey from self-criticism to self-compassion isn’t an easy one. Many of us assume that being hard on ourselves is what drives us to succeed, improve,…
Angela Dore
Alexithymia: The Hidden Emotional Struggle
What is Alexithymia? Most people haven’t heard of alexithymia, and yet it’s estimated that one in ten people struggle with it (Goerlich, 2018). The word was coined by two psychologists…
Angela Dore
Understanding Psychological Assessments: What They Are and How They Can Help
Receiving answers about our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are invaluable to help us understand ourselves better. Whether you are looking for clarity on why you may have difficulties concentrating on…
Angela Dore
Better communication for couples
Healthy, loving communication is the foundation of a strong relationship. When communication starts to break down, it can lead to conflict, misunderstandings, emotional distance, and a growing sense of unhappiness…
Angela Dore
Emotional Spring Cleaning: People Pleasing Edition
Seven Strategies to Spring Clean People Pleasing: Learn how to stop people pleasing, set healthy boundaries, reduce resentment, and make space for your needs with practical, realistic strategies.…
Angela Dore
The Relief and Grief of a Later in Life ADHD Diagnosis
Finally having a word for why you’ve been struggling all those years can feel like a celebration and a huge relief, but it can also bring grief, anger, and sadness…
Angela Dore
The Quiet Loneliness of Adult Friendships
Friendships in adulthood often don’t formally end, they just change or fade. Sometimes it can be a sharp pain and the source is clear. Other times the changes are quiet…
Angela Dore
When the World Feels Heavy: Caring for Your Mental Health During Difficult Times
Lately, many people have been carrying a quiet sense of heaviness. You might notice it while scrolling the news, hearing conversations about global conflict, injustice, or violence, or simply feeling…
Angela Dore
How Attachment Styles Can Influence Self-Esteem
Written by Angela McGrath, Registered Provisional PsychologistOriginally published on Inner Work Psychology In my therapy practice, I help my clients understand and shift their insecure attachment and improve their relationships. But…
Angela McGrath
Therapy Books We’re Recommending in 2026
At Calm Harbour Counselling, we thought we’d start out the year reflecting on the books that have made a big impact on us as people, how we support clients and…
Angela Dore
Thriving Through The Holidays: Caring for Yourself, Your Energy, and Your Boundaries
Thriving Through the Holidays often requires a bit of intention because the season can stir up stress as easily as it stirs up joy. A lot of people head into…
Angela Dore
EMDR: The Therapy You’ve Probably Heard About But Haven’t Tried (Yet)
If you’ve scrolled through social media or talked to friends about therapy lately, you’ve probably encountered mentions of EMDR. But what exactly is this acronym that keeps popping up, and…
Frances Bucknor
Effective ADHD Couples Therapy: Real Strategies for Real Relationships
When ADHD is part of a relationship, connection can take extra care. At Calm Harbour Counselling, we support couples in understanding how ADHD shapes communication, routines, and emotional responses. Therapy…
Angela Dore
Healing Childhood Attachment Wounds
Angela McGrath explores how early attachment experiences shape our sense of self and impact adult relationships. She gently guides readers through the roots of attachment wounds and outlines what healing…
Angela McGrath
Neurodivergent Burnout: When Rest Isn’t Enough.
Burnout often gets described as feeling overworked or overwhelmed. In sessions, people often describe being ‘beyond exhausted,’ ‘running on empty,’ or having ‘nothing left to give. At first glance, maybe…
Angela Dore
Understanding Anxiety and Trauma
How the Nervous System Reacts to Danger Our body has a built-in response called “fight-or-flight” when we face danger. It makes our heart race, our breathing speed up, and sharpens…
Angela Dore
Finding Your Path
Exploring Different Therapeutic Approaches with Calm Harbour Counselling At Calm Harbour Counselling, we recognize that everyone’s journey is unique. Our therapists bring a wealth of experience across a range of…
Angela Dore
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