by Cathryn Hanssen | Feb 22, 2015 | Animal Rescue, Relationships, Stress
In October 2014, we took in a foster dog that needed a home. He had been living in a rural community in Alberta, and had been on his own for some time. When I brought Simon home he was scared, hungry, and unsure about being around people, being indoors, and having...
by Cathryn Hanssen | Dec 5, 2014 | Anxiety, Depression, Health, Relationships, Stress
We all get busy with our lives and often forget that we need to take care of ourselves on a regular basis. By caring for both mind and body, we are better able to handle stress and cope with different life events. This is especially true at busy times of the year, or...
by Cathryn Hanssen | Nov 7, 2014 | Health, Relationships, Stress
Communication is often a topic of discussion, as it is a major factor in all relationships. When effective communication is used, relationships at work, home, and personal life can improve. The connection that a person has to other people deepens through the use of...
by Cathryn Hanssen | Feb 6, 2014 | Anxiety, Depression, Health, Stress
This article from September 10, 2014 explains how a study that was published in the British Medical Journal found that the long-term use of some anxiety and insomnia medications may increase a person’s risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease later on in life. The use...
by Cathryn Hanssen | Oct 20, 2013 | Anxiety, Depression, EMDR, Health, Stress
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is a form of treatment that is used for a variety of concerns, including PTSD, anxiety, grief, depression, low self esteem, stress and excessive worry, disordered eating, and others. In addition to treating general...
by Cathryn Hanssen | Aug 27, 2013 | Anxiety, Depression, Health, Stress, Uncategorized
If you suffer from anxiety or depression, then you know that when you feel this way, exercise is often the last thing that you want to do. However, exercise is actually one of the best ways to help yourself – aside from helping to prevent many health issues, it...
