One Tree Psychological

11/26/2025

Understanding your brain is essential for recognizing how deeply it influences your mental, emotional, and physical health.

For example, the temporal lobe plays an important role in processing sounds, language, and emotions, as well as forming and retrieving memories.

When you hear a song that brings back a powerful memory or feel emotional after hearing someone’s tone of voice, that’s your temporal lobe at work! It helps connect what you hear to what you feel and remember.

However, when the temporal lobe becomes overactive or dysregulated — such as during times of stress or trauma — it can affect how we interpret sounds, emotions, or even social cues. This might cause us to feel overwhelmed, misread others’ intentions, or experience emotional flashbacks. Understanding how the temporal lobe functions can help us better manage our emotional responses and strengthen our overall mental well-being.

11/26/2025

What if one simple word was quietly sabotaging your mental health?

For many of us, that word is “should.” We say it without thinking—“I should call them,” “I should exercise,” “I should be happier.” But behind every “should” often lies a layer of guilt, pressure, or unrealistic expectation that slowly chips away at our emotional well-being. That’s why one of my (Clinical Director, Danyelle) favourite phrases is: “Stop shoulding yourself.”...

Discover why “should” language harms self-compassion and mental health. Learn simple reframes that reduce unrealistic expectations.

11/20/2025

Understanding your brain is essential for recognizing how deeply it influences your mental, emotional, and physical health.

For example, the fight, flight, or freeze response is part of the sympathetic nervous system, in which the brainstem plays a vital role.

When we’re in danger, like running from a bear, our brainstem automatically activates this system. We don’t have to consciously tell our heart to beat faster or our muscles to tense up; the brainstem does that for us to help us survive.

However, sometimes the brain activates this same response even when we’re not in real danger. Our heart may start racing, our breathing may quicken, and we may feel anxious or panicked — even though there’s no bear in sight. This happens when the brain misinterprets a situation as a threat, showing just how powerful our brain’s influence is on our body and emotions.

11/19/2025

Meet Our Clinicians: JC Page, Registered Professional Counsellor 💚🌿
JC is accepting new virtual clients!

11/18/2025

We have some exciting news to share about direct billing!

11/12/2025

Helping Immigrant Children Feel Seen, Heard and Supported Written by Melanie Naguib Immigrant children are becoming a big part of today’s population, and their experiences are uniquely complex. As they juggle learning their family’s culture while fitting into mainstream society — a process called enculturation — they often face mental health challenges that their Western-born friends might never encounter. What are some Differences Immigrant Children Experience?...

Helping Immigrant Children Feel Seen, Heard and Supported Written by Melanie Naguib Immigrant children are becoming a big part of today’s population, and their experiences are uniquely complex. As they juggle learning their family’s culture while fitting into mainstream society — a process cal...

11/05/2025

Meet Our Clinicians: Lukas Hagstrom, Counselling Therapist 💚🌿
Lukas is accepting new clients!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween One Tree Family!

However, just because it’s spooky season doesn’t mean self-care should be ghosted 👻, haha.

Mental health isn’t scary — it’s powerful. Embrace it. Prioritize you. 🧠💜

Don't trick yourself, treat yourself!

10/30/2025

We had the incredible opportunity to host a booth at the CMHA Working Stronger Conference this week. Thank you to the organizers of this event and to everyone who stopped by our booth!💚🌿

10/24/2025

A Supportive Environment Makes a Huge Difference

Sometimes, it’s the simplest gestures that have the biggest impact. A kind word, a thoughtful check-in, or just asking “How are you?” can brighten someone’s entire day.

Let’s continue to build a culture where people feel seen, heard, and supported — not just on World Mental Health Day, but every day.

We all carry things others can’t see, and a little empathy can go a long way.

So today, take a moment to:

Check in with a colleague or teammate

Offer a listening ear without judgment

Be kind — to others and to yourself

A stronger, healthier workplace starts with connection.

10/22/2025

Meet Our Clinicians: Melanie Naguib, Counselling Therapist Intern 💚🌿

Melanie is accepting new clients!

10/16/2025

Self-Care is Not Selfish — It's Essential.

Today, let this be your reminder:

- Your mental health matters.

- You deserve rest.

- You are allowed to put yourself first.

Take care of you — the world needs what only you can bring.