by Kierla Ireland, Ph.D. Still exhausted even though you’ve already been off work for two weeks? Having a tough time feeling rejuvenated? Ask yourself these 4 questions. During my time off, did I: Relax or de-stress my body? YES NO Disconnect from work physically and/or emotionally? YES NO Do something that challenged me? YES NO […]
by Kierla Ireland, Ph.D. Still exhausted even though you’ve already been off work for two weeks? Having a tough time feeling rejuvenated? Ask yourself these 4 questions. During my time off, did I: Relax or de-stress my body? YES NO Disconnect from work physically and/or emotionally? YES NO Do something that challenged me? YES NO […]
by Dr. Kierla Ireland If you’re consistently feeling resentful, guilty, or controlled in one of your primary relationships, you might need a little help with boundary setting. Boundaries define our role in relationships. They are based on our values, culture, upbringing, and attachment style. Here’s the heart of the matter: setting boundaries requires action by […]
by Dr. Kierla Ireland If you’re consistently feeling resentful, guilty, or controlled in one of your primary relationships, you might need a little help with boundary setting. Boundaries define our role in relationships. They are based on our values, culture, upbringing, and attachment style. Here’s the heart of the matter: setting boundaries requires action by […]
The common wisdom is that intimacy breeds desire and couples often feel confused when the closer they are together, the less chemistry they feel. What’s the reason for that? Couples’ therapist Esther Perel believes that there is such a thing as too much closeness in a couple. Her argument is that to have a connection […]
The common wisdom is that intimacy breeds desire and couples often feel confused when the closer they are together, the less chemistry they feel. What’s the reason for that? Couples’ therapist Esther Perel believes that there is such a thing as too much closeness in a couple. Her argument is that to have a connection […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Women are often curious about their own sexuality and don’t really know how or where to learn more. Oftentimes, they are embarrassed if they have trouble reaching orgasms and simply accept their difficulties. Luckily, sex therapists like myself are here to help you navigate the world of information out there. With […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Women are often curious about their own sexuality and don’t really know how or where to learn more. Oftentimes, they are embarrassed if they have trouble reaching orgasms and simply accept their difficulties. Luckily, sex therapists like myself are here to help you navigate the world of information out there. With […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Few things zap your energy the way a stressful day can. Stress is known to reduce our levels of serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that play an important role in our mood, energy and motivation. After a difficult day, you might be tempted to lounge on the couch watching TV until it’s […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Few things zap your energy the way a stressful day can. Stress is known to reduce our levels of serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that play an important role in our mood, energy and motivation. After a difficult day, you might be tempted to lounge on the couch watching TV until it’s […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Relationships always start out on a high note. Your mutual attraction combined with your commonalities stirs up your feelings, while finding out about your differences and exploring the world together makes your relationship fresh and exciting. When your relationship starts to become more intimate, you may start to wonder when the […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Relationships always start out on a high note. Your mutual attraction combined with your commonalities stirs up your feelings, while finding out about your differences and exploring the world together makes your relationship fresh and exciting. When your relationship starts to become more intimate, you may start to wonder when the […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Be honest, did you make New Year’s resolutions this year that you have yet to stick to? If so, you’re not alone. Researchers have found that typically 77% of people are only able to keep their resolutions for 1 week, 64% keep them for one month, 50% for 3 months, and only […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Be honest, did you make New Year’s resolutions this year that you have yet to stick to? If so, you’re not alone. Researchers have found that typically 77% of people are only able to keep their resolutions for 1 week, 64% keep them for one month, 50% for 3 months, and only […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Many couples are thrilled to find out that they will soon be expecting a baby. Hours are spent picking out the perfect name, perfect paint color for the nursery, and perfect crib or bassinet. And then a reality suddenly dawns on them… how will being pregnant affect their sex life? Will […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska Many couples are thrilled to find out that they will soon be expecting a baby. Hours are spent picking out the perfect name, perfect paint color for the nursery, and perfect crib or bassinet. And then a reality suddenly dawns on them… how will being pregnant affect their sex life? Will […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska The most common request I hear from couples in my work as a marriage therapist in Montreal is to help them improve communication. People spend a lot of time frustrated because despite their best efforts to express their point they feel that the partner just doesn’t get them. So what happens […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska The most common request I hear from couples in my work as a marriage therapist in Montreal is to help them improve communication. People spend a lot of time frustrated because despite their best efforts to express their point they feel that the partner just doesn’t get them. So what happens […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should all feel merry and bright. Sadly, that’s not always the case. Most people actually feel more stressed and overwhelmed during this time of the year. Additionally, according to the American National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during […]
by Dr. Zofia Czajkowska During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should all feel merry and bright. Sadly, that’s not always the case. Most people actually feel more stressed and overwhelmed during this time of the year. Additionally, according to the American National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during […]
