Feeling more than just the post-summer blues? As routines settle and days grow shorter, persistent low mood might signal depression. Learn the difference between depression therapy and general counselling, explore evidence-based treatments like CBT and mindfulness approaches, and discover why specialized therapy matters. If you're wondering whether what you're experiencing is depression or just a rough patch, this guide can help.

Find a deeper understanding of depression to help manage the seasonal transition with more hope, optimism and joy at the Authentic Life Psychotherapy Services Ottawa.

Walking and talking therapy offers relief from anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and grief by connecting to nature and the present moment. Being outdoors can be a natural anti-depressant. Learn more about how our therapy team implements this approach.

Why is it so easy to be more understanding toward and forgiving of others and yet so difficult to offer this same grace to ourselves? Learn how a self-compassion practice can help to soften your inner critic and lead to a more self-loving perspective. Our Registered Psychotherapist, Laura Goodes, offers practical tips for a daily self-compassion practice.

Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted all the time? Trouble getting motivated and feeling like everything is a chore? Frustrated with never having time for yourself? You may be experiencing burnout.

Breaking up is hard to do. And to get through. But the ending of a relationship can also represent a time for growth and self-discovery.