Airdrie Counselling Centre

Airdrie Counselling Centre As Registered Psychologists and Social Workers serving the Airdrie area, we are here to help you find yourself and move forward in a mindful manner.

When Work Becomes Your Identity: Finding Balance Without Losing DriveEver feel like your work is all you are? This simpl...
07/11/2025

When Work Becomes Your Identity: Finding Balance Without Losing Drive

Ever feel like your work is all you are? This simple yet powerful question resonates with many of us, as busy schedules often blur the lines between career and self. Today, we explore how to maintain your professional passion while nurturing a balanced life.

Our brains thrive on routine and achievement, which is why we often tie our self-worth to our work. However, over-identifying with your job can lead to resentment and burnout. Imagine a smartphone that runs non-stop without charging—it will eventually drain completely. Similarly, taking time to recharge is essential for sustained performance.

Here are three practical strategies:

1. **Set Clear Boundaries:** Avoid blurring the line between work and personal life. Don't bring work home—not even mentally. Leave your job at the office. This separation helps signal downtime to both your mind and body.
2. **Schedule Regular "Mental Breaks" at Work:** Whether it's a brief walk, stretching, or reading a few pages of a book, commit to taking intentional breaks during your workday. Ask yourself: "What small activity can give me a mental reset at work?"
3. **Connect with Others Outside Work:** Engage in conversations that have nothing to do with your job. Sharing different experiences and perspectives can remind you that you are multifaceted—much more than your professional role.

Remember, balance isn't about sacrificing drive; it's about recharging so you can perform even better. If you're struggling to overcome work-centric living, don't hesitate to reach out for support.

Learn more at our website: www.airdriecounsellingcentre.com

The Pressure Treadmill: Why Success Feels Like It's Never EnoughYou landed the promotion, bought the house and your soci...
06/28/2025

The Pressure Treadmill: Why Success Feels Like It's Never Enough

You landed the promotion, bought the house and your social media looks perfect – so why do you still feel like you're falling behind?

Do you feel like you're constantly moving goalposts and feeling like your achievements don't count? Many of us experience this relentless drive that never seems satisfied, no matter what we accomplish.
Our brains are wired with something called the "hedonic treadmill" – essentially, we quickly adapt to positive changes and return to our baseline happiness level. Think of it like buying a new truck. The excitement lasts a few weeks, then it becomes just your regular vehicle. Your brain literally gets used to success, which explains why that promotion or pay raise doesn't give you the lasting satisfaction you expected.

Three Ways to Break the Cycle:
1. Celebrate micro-wins daily – Acknowledge completing tasks, not just major achievements. You managed that difficult conversation with your boss? That counts.
2. Define "enough" in advance – Before starting a project or goal, write down what success looks like. This prevents endless revisions to your standards.
3. Practice gratitude for process, not just outcomes – Notice your effort and growth, not just results. "I handled that stress better than last month" is worth recognizing.

Remember, sustainable satisfaction comes from appreciating your journey, not just reaching destinations.

If you want to learn how to deal with the pressure of never feeling "enough," don't hesitate to contact us. Learn more at our website: https://www.airdriecounsellingcentre.com/

When Everything Feels Like It's Your Responsibility: Breaking Free from the Mental LoadPicture this: You're at work, foc...
06/14/2025

When Everything Feels Like It's Your Responsibility: Breaking Free from the Mental Load

Picture this: You're at work, focused on a project deadline, when suddenly your brain starts its familiar checklist. Did I pack lunches? Is there milk for tomorrow? When's the next dentist appointment? What about dinner? Should I text my mom back? Sound familiar?

This constant mental juggling act has a name: the mental load. It's the invisible work of remembering, planning and organizing that keeps families and households running smoothly.

Our brains have limited cognitive resources, much like a smartphone battery. When we constantly run multiple mental applications – remembering school forms, planning meals, tracking schedules – our mental battery drains faster. Research shows this cognitive overload activates our stress response system, leading to exhaustion and irritability. Think of it like having 50 browser tabs open on your computer – eventually, everything slows down.

Three Ways to Lighten Your Mental Load:
1. Make the invisible visible – Write down all the tasks you mentally track. Share this list with family members to show the full scope of what you manage.
2. Delegate ownership, not just tasks – Instead of asking someone to "help" with laundry, assign them complete ownership of this responsibility, including remembering when it needs doing.
3. Create family systems – Establish shared calendars, meal planning rotations or weekly family meetings to distribute planning responsibilities.

You deserve to feel lighter and more present in your own life.

If you want to learn how to overcome the mental load and reclaim your peace of mind, don't hesitate to contact us. Learn more at our website: https://www.airdriecounsellingcentre.com/

"The Only Difference Between a Flower and a W**d is Judgement"by Wayne Dyer
05/24/2025

"The Only Difference Between a Flower and a W**d is Judgement"

by Wayne Dyer

"When Well-Being Comes from Engaging Our Strengths and Virtues, Our Lives are Imbued with Authenticity"by Martin Selgman...
05/17/2025

"When Well-Being Comes from Engaging Our Strengths and Virtues, Our Lives are Imbued with Authenticity"

by Martin Selgman

"Talk to Yourself Like You Would Talk to Someone You Love"by Brene Brown
05/10/2025

"Talk to Yourself Like You Would Talk to Someone You Love"

by Brene Brown

Thank you, Airdrie & Area — this recognition is a true honour.We’re proud to be named a 2025 Readers’ Choice Winner and ...
05/09/2025

Thank you, Airdrie & Area — this recognition is a true honour.

We’re proud to be named a 2025 Readers’ Choice Winner and receive Gold for Best Psychologist Office by City View. To everyone who took the time to vote — thank you for your support, encouragement, and belief in the work we do.

We’re incredibly grateful to have been part of the Airdrie community for the past 14 years. Every day, we feel privileged to support individuals and families through life’s challenges — and to witness strength, growth, and healing in those we serve.

To our clients: thank you for your courage. Thank you for trusting us with your stories and allowing us to walk alongside you. It is a true honour to be part of your journey.


To the friends, families, and colleagues who continue to refer, support, and cheer us on — thank you for being part of our community.

We look forward to continuing to serve Airdrie and area with care, compassion, and commitment — today and in the years ahead.

📍 In-person and virtual counselling available
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With gratitude,
The team at Airdrie Counselling Centre

"The Soul is Stronger Than Its Surroundings."By William James, an American Psychologist and Philosopher.
05/03/2025

"The Soul is Stronger Than Its Surroundings."

By William James, an American Psychologist and Philosopher.

I was honoured to represent Airdrie Counselling Centre at W.H. Croxford's CAVention this year! It was a privilege to eng...
04/26/2025

I was honoured to represent Airdrie Counselling Centre at W.H. Croxford's CAVention this year! It was a privilege to engage with the students and share insights into the life of a psychologist and the journey to becoming one. Thank you for the warm welcome and the thoughtful questions from the students, which enriched our discussions immensely.

Clayton Falk M.A., Registered Psychologist & Canadian Certified Counsellor

📕Meet Donna Piercy, MCP, Registered Psychologist🎯 Primary Areas of Practice- Brain injury- Chronic pain - Post concussio...
04/19/2025

📕Meet Donna Piercy, MCP, Registered Psychologist

🎯 Primary Areas of Practice
- Brain injury
- Chronic pain
- Post concussion syndrome
✨Demographics Served
- Adults
🌱Primary Therapies Used
- Individual counselling
- Chronic pain management

🌱Meet Carmen Schutz, MCP, Registered Provisional Psychologist🎯 Primary Areas of Practice- Depression and anxiety - Subst...
04/05/2025

🌱Meet Carmen Schutz, MCP, Registered Provisional Psychologist

🎯 Primary Areas of Practice
- Depression and anxiety
- Substance use
- Trauma
- Stress management/burnout
- Life transitions
- Communication & conflict management
- Relationships & dating
📕Demographics Served
- Adolescents over 16 years old
- Adults
✨Primary Therapies Used
- CBT
- DBT
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma Informed Practice
- Attachment Theory

“Whether it is by building skills, processing feelings, learning about yourself or overcoming additions, it would be an honour to accompany you through your process.”

✨ What’s it really like to be a psychologist?In our latest blog post, one of our clinic co-founders shares a behind-the-...
03/22/2025

✨ What’s it really like to be a psychologist?

In our latest blog post, one of our clinic co-founders shares a behind-the-scenes look at the work of a psychologist from therapy sessions to running a private practice.

He reflects on what inspired him to enter the field, what a typical session involves, how therapy is tailored to each client, and how he stays well while supporting others.

Whether you’re curious about counselling, considering psychology as a career, or just want to learn more about what happens beyond the therapy room—this blog is worth a read.

🧠 Read the full post here 👉 www.airdriecounsellingcentre.com/post/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-psychologist

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Our Vision

In 2011, the Airdrie Counselling Centre was opened with the vision of helping clients break through the obstacles that hold them back in life. The Airdrie Counselling Centre was opened as an alternative option to existing public and non-profit services with long wait times and limited treatment options. Each therapist at the Airdrie Counselling Centre has a united goal of high quality care, no wait lists, prevention and treatment. We believe in our community and focus on being part of this community. We, at the Airdrie Counselling Centre, believe that healthy individuals, couples and families help make our community great.

History of the Airdrie Counselling Centre

The Airdrie Counselling Center was founded in 2011 as a location with three clinicians sharing a space. Two of those clinicians, Dianne Federation and Clayton Falk, went on to form a partnership along with Dason Harker, who joined as a partner in 2017. Over the past three years, the Airdrie Counselling Centre has continued to grow with additional psychologists and social workers joining the Centre as associates.