Category: Self-Esteem & Identity
January 23, 2026
Why Developmental and Complex Trauma Is the Most Complicated and Long-Term Form of Psychological Treatment Developmental and complex trauma are widely recognized as the most challenging forms of trauma to…
January 10, 2026
Trust as the Foundation of Psychological Health Trust is a core psychological function. At its most basic level, trust is the belief that we can rely on ourselves, other people,…
December 1, 2025
Life is full of ups and downs, and at times, we all face distressing situations that test our emotional and psychological endurance. Distress tolerance, the ability to withstand and manage…
November 7, 2025
Understanding Complex Trauma: How It Differs from PTSD and How Therapy Can Help Many people seek therapy knowing something from their past still affects them—but struggle to name it. They…
October 15, 2025
Winter Blues: Causes, Symptoms, and Seasonal Mood Changes The winter blues are a common, temporary drop in mood, energy, and motivation experienced during the colder months. As autumn turns to…
July 1, 2025
How Cognitive Schemas and Core Beliefs Shape Our Thoughts and Behaviour Our psychological system is remarkably adaptive. From early experiences, especially those involving unmet needs or emotional pain, our minds…
June 1, 2025
Understanding Early Maladaptive Schemas (EMS) and Their Impact on Mental Health Early Maladaptive Schemas (EMS) are deeply held beliefs and emotional patterns about oneself and the world that develop early…
October 8, 2024
How Caregiving Adults Shape a Child’s Capacity for Emotional Regulation And How Therapy Can Heal What Was Missed From the very beginning of life, children rely on caregivers not just…
October 1, 2024
Social Media, Social Comparison, and Self-Esteem: What the Research Tells Us In today’s digital age, social media has become deeply woven into everyday life. Platforms designed to connect us with…
June 19, 2024
Improving Body Image: A Journey to Self-Acceptance In a world where societal standards often dictate what constitutes an "ideal" body, it's no wonder that many individuals struggle with body image…
