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We are a team of highly trained Registered Psychotherapists, specializing in helping moms and first responders heal from life events and trauma to become their best selves.

11/14/2024

Did you know that happiness is influenced by a blend of amazing brain chemicals? Here’s a quick look at the key happiness chemicals and simple ways to boost them in your daily life:

1. Dopamine – The Reward Chemical
Boost it by celebrating small wins, setting achievable goals, and acknowledging your accomplishments.

2. Serotonin – The Mood Stabilizer
Enhance it through practices like meditation, spending time in the sun, and reflecting on positive memories.

3. Oxytocin – The Love Hormone
Increase it by engaging in meaningful social interactions, giving or receiving hugs, or spending time with loved ones.

4. Endorphins – The Natural Painkiller
Raise it by exercising, laughing, or even indulging in your favorite dark chocolate.

Small daily actions can make a big difference in boosting your mood and enhancing your overall well-being. Give one or two a try!

11/07/2024

It’s perfectly okay to take things one step at a time. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but breaking them down into smaller, more manageable tasks can make a world of difference. Remember to breathe and give yourself permission to focus on one thing at a time. Celebrate the small victories along the way, and don’t forget that it’s okay to ask for help when you need it. You are stronger than you think, and every little step forward is progress. Be gentle with yourself, and try to slow things down.

10/21/2024

✨ Welcome Jillian to the Mind Shift Therapy Team! ✨

We’re excited to introduce Jillian, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in the final stages of her practicum placement, offering affordable therapy services for individuals seeking support. Jillian uses an integrative approach, drawing from mindfulness self-compassion, ACT, CBT, and client-centered therapy to meet your unique needs.

With a passion for maternal mental health, Jillian specializes in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the challenges of motherhood. As a mother and co-parent of three, she deeply understands the emotional highs and lows of these stages and offers empathetic, culturally sensitive care.

Whether you’re navigating motherhood, life transitions, or looking to build resilience, Jillian is here to help you find your inner strength and peace.

Book a session today and take the first step toward healing with Jillian!

10/10/2024

Today on , let’s remember: it’s okay to take a break, prioritize self-care, and reach out for support when needed. Taking time for yourself is not a luxury—it’s essential. You don’t have to carry everything alone. 💙

09/25/2024

It's that time of the year again!! Feeling the seasonal slump? 🌧️ Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can hit hard as the days get shorter, but there are ways to manage it! A SAD lamp can help lift your mood and give you the energy boost you need. Swipe through for more tips on managing SAD and taking care of your mental health this winter. 💡

09/03/2024

When we’ve experienced trauma, our bodies often hold onto memories and emotions long after the event. This is why tuning into our body’s signals is crucial. Trauma can disconnect us from our physical selves, making it harder to recognize what our body truly needs. By listening to our body with compassion, we begin to understand its language of tension, fatigue, or pain, which often speaks the loudest when unacknowledged.

Approaching our body with kindness, patience, and curiosity can help rebuild the trust that trauma may have shattered. It’s about creating a dialogue where we honor what our body tells us and respond with the care it deserves. Remember, healing is not just about what we say to ourselves, but also how well we listen.

08/20/2024

Trauma can shape the way we think, feel, and respond to the world around us. Often, our reactions are rooted in past pain, driving us to protect ourselves in ways that may no longer serve us.

But healing is powerful. As we work through our trauma, we begin to see things differently, responding from a place of peace rather than fear. It’s not about erasing the past—it’s about empowering ourselves to create new, healthier patterns.
It's all about the *MIND SHIFT* (pun intended). 😀

08/12/2024

Embracing these moments as opportunities for growth rather than failures can significantly shift your perspective. It's essential to remember that healing is not a linear process; it often involves ups and downs, twists and turns. By approaching each setback with a gentle, inquisitive mindset, you allow yourself the grace to learn and evolve.

Take time to reflect on what triggered the setback and what lesson it might hold. Perhaps it reveals an area that needs more attention or a pattern that requires deeper understanding. Engage in self-care activities that nurture your body and soul, and seek support from friends, family, or a therapist who can offer a listening ear and valuable insights.

Celebrate your progress, no matter how small it may seem. Every step forward, even if followed by a step back, is part of the healing journey. By approaching these set backs with patience and resilience, you can navigate the healing process with greater ease and emerge stronger and more self-aware.

08/08/2024

I am proud to share that I am now an EMDR Certified Therapist! 🧠✨ This certification represents months (ok, probably more like years) of dedicated additional training and consultation to bring the best therapeutic practices to my clients. I have been picking away at this goal for a while so it feels good to cross it off the list!

The certification process involves additional training, consultation, and many hours of experience of using EMDR with clients.
All of the therapists at Mind Shift Therapy continue to engage in additional training and consultation to strengthen our skills to better support our clients.

07/30/2024

It can be incredibly difficult to find acceptance, particularly after a traumatic experience. The idea of acceptance comes from self compassion, recognizing what is within your control and what is not, and fully embracing reality as it is, without resistance or judgment. It’s acknowledging the present moment, even the difficult parts, and letting go of the need to control or change it. It's something that a lot of people struggle with, so if you're someone who finds it challenging, know that you're not alone. Some of these statements may help move you into finding a glimmer of acceptance- give them a try.

07/15/2024

Sometimes, the weight of emotions can become so heavy that it feels like the only option is to disconnect from them entirely. This emotional numbness acts as a protective mechanism, a way to cope with feelings that are too intense to process all at once. It's important to recognize this as a signal from your mind and body that you may need to take a step back and practice self-care.

Seeking support from loved ones, engaging in activities that bring you joy, and perhaps speaking with a mental health professional can all be beneficial steps towards rediscovering your emotional balance. Remember, it's okay to ask for help and to take the time you need to heal.

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5 Quarry Ridge Road, Suite 207
Barrie, ON
L4M7G1

Website

http://www.mindshiftherapy.ca/

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