Struggling with conflict, communication, or feeling disconnected from your partner? PACT couple therapy offers a framework for building a relationship that can weather any storm. We break it down using one powerful metaphor: your relationship is a ship, and here's how to make it seaworthy.

The flat "I'm fine." The conversations that have shrunk to a few syllables. The teenager who used to talk now answers in shrugs. When a young person pulls away or pushes back, it can feel like rejection — but underneath most of it is something quieter and harder to name. A guide for parents on what's really going on, and what actually helps.

Ottawa's federal public servants are facing unprecedented workplace stress — from workforce adjustment notices and early retirement packages to the return-to-office mandate. The toll on mental health, relationships, and sense of identity is real. In this post, we explore what layoff survivor syndrome looks like, why this stress runs so deep, and how therapy can help you navigate this difficult chapter.