Authentic Living

22/07/2025

Anxiety sucks! But it also isn't always wrong. Sometimes, when anxiety has been an issue, we get used to fighting it instead of remaining curious about the possibility that your body is screaming out that the situation you're in isn't good.
The real trick is learning to tell the difference.

17/07/2025

📖✨ It’s here! The very first edition of “You’re Not Broken; You’re Human” has arrived — and holding it in my hands feels like holding a quiet revolution in how we talk about mental health.

This isn’t just a magazine. It’s a conversation starter. It’s what I wish every client could hear the moment they step into a therapy space:
💬 You’re not too much. You’re not failing. You’re human — and you’re allowed to need support. Coming soon to a waiting room near you! (If you're a business/clinic and would like a copy for your waiting room, please reach out and we'd happily drop one off.)

At Authentic Living, we meet people in their real lives. Whether you’re navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, trauma, or just feeling stuck — our team is here to help you make sense of it all without shame, without judgment, and without pressure to “fix” yourself.

We offer:
✔️ Individual psychotherapy (in-person or virtual)
✔️ Couples therapy
✔️ Grief support with lived-experience practitioners
✔️ ADHD coaching/ASD support
✔️ Workshops for communities, workplaces, and professionals

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to reach out — maybe this is it.
Your healing doesn’t have to be loud or dramatic. It just has to begin.

💻 Book your first session today at www.authenticlivinglondon.com
📍 Therapy in London, Ontario & online across Ontario

16/07/2025

I knew i was healing, not because I no longer felt anxious, but because I stopped shaming my anxious part and instead sat with it in curiosity.

15/07/2025

Most of us have been taught to see anxiety as a problem to fix — something to eliminate, silence, or conquer.
But what if anxiety isn’t the enemy? What if it’s a part of us that’s just been trying really hard to keep us safe… in all the wrong ways?

🌿 When we try to shut it down, it usually just gets louder.
💬 But when we turn toward it with curiosity and compassion, something shifts.
It doesn’t disappear overnight — but it doesn’t have to scream to be heard anymore.

Co-existing with anxiety doesn’t mean giving in to fear.
It means learning how to listen without losing yourself.
It means holding space for that anxious part without letting it run the show.

Therapy can help you build that relationship — not by erasing your anxiety, but by helping you live with more ease, more choice, and a lot less yelling.

You don’t have to fight with yourself forever.
You’re allowed to make peace.

👉 Ready to work with your anxiety instead of against it? We’re here to help.
Visit www.authenticlivinglondon.com or call/text 226-224-0301 to book a free 15 minute consultation.

12/07/2025

Ever had a random, disturbing thought pop into your head and think,
“What is WRONG with me?”
😳 Same.
But here’s the truth: intrusive thoughts are normal and human.

They don’t mean you're dangerous.
They don’t mean you want to act on them.
They definitely don’t mean you're broken.

They’re just brain spam. 🧠💥
Unwanted, weird, sometimes scary—yes. But also… common.

Our latest blog breaks it all down:
• What intrusive thoughts really are
• Why they feel so intense
• How shame makes them worse
• What helps (hint: self-compassion > self-criticism)

If you’ve ever felt scared of your own mind, this one’s for you.
💛 Read more by clicking the link below
📞 And if you’re ready to talk—we’re here.

We specialize in grief counselling and psychotherapy and are committed to providing you with a safe, compassionate space to share your grief story.

11/07/2025

Grief really said ‘remember them? Here's a breakdown at aisle 7.

Grief waves suck! As hard as it is, the best way to handle grief waves is to let them flow through you. If you're thinking "How the heck do you do that?"
By noticing without judgment what is going on in your body- notice the tightness, the ache, the pressure - all without making assumptions. Just notice the presence.

If you are struggling with grief waves, which is totally normal btw, we're here for you. Grief therapy can help give you the tools for dealing with the aftermath of loss so that you can feel like you're feet are on the ground, even while riding dreadful grief waves.

www.authenticlivinglondon.com

10/07/2025

In my practice, I hold a non-pathologizing lens, which means I begotten people do what they do for a reason, even if the behavior is hurting them. When we get to know our parts, we can start having self-compassion, which can lead to living a more value-based life instead of one that is fear-based.

One way is doing this in therapy is through Internal Family Systems. In this video, I share a little bit about how I view IFS.

If you are struggling with anxiety, grief, stress, perfectionism, trauma, you are welcome here!!!!

www.authenticlivinglondon.com

09/07/2025

When the World Moves On… We Hold Space for Your Loss

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. When the world feels like it’s rushing forward without you, know this: you’re not alone in your pain. At Authentic Living London, our grief therapists gently walk beside you — through loss, heartbreak, and healing.

We help you honour your emotions, remember with less pain, and slowly reclaim your life — at your own pace. 🌿

✨ Your healing matters. Your grief deserves space.

📍Grief Therapy | London, Ontario
💬 Reach out today or [click the link in bio] to book.
🖋️ Read our blog on grief support and healing.

07/07/2025

🕊️ Grief is not a problem to fix — it’s a story that needs witnessing.
Whether your loss is recent or decades old, your pain is valid, and your healing matters.

🌿 At Authentic Living London, our grief therapy is grounded in compassion, safety, and real human connection — not quick fixes.

📍 Now booking in London, Ontario (in-person & virtual).

💻 Read our powerful blog on grief, or book your first session today —
226-224-0301

07/07/2025

💛 Need Support? We’re Here for You. 💛
Healing is hard—but you don’t have to do it alone. Our Instagram is a safe space for anyone navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, and life’s deeper emotional challenges.

Follow us for:
✔️ Gentle mental health tips
✔️ Words that hold space for your pain
✔️ Resources to help you feel less alone
✔️ Real guidance from real therapists in London, Ontario

We're here to help you heal—one post or one session at a time.

06/07/2025

🖤 Grief Isn’t a Problem to Fix — It’s a Process to Honour 🖤
Your world has changed. You're expected to move on, but your heart knows better. Grief isn’t weakness — it’s a reflection of love. At Authentic Living London, we help you make space for all of it: the ache, the anger, the confusion, the memories.

You don’t have to carry it alone.

✨ Read on our Blog How Therapy Supports Real, Ongoing Grief Work
📅 Ready for support? Book with us today. 226-224-0301

🔗 Link in bio.