Paterson Wellness

09/16/2025

Feeling tired? Low? Foggy-brained? You’re not alone. I’m right there with you. This post is for those of us navigating perimenopause or menopause while also managing our work lives. It’s encouraging to see more conversation about this stage of life on social media and greater attention from health practitioners. But one piece that often gets overlooked is the impact on our mental health and that’s what I want to talk about here.

https://www.patersonwellness.com/post/perimenopause-menopause-and-work-finding-meaning-and-confidence

Struggling with stress, anxiety, workplace issues, life challenges— or just feeling stuck? Therapy provides a supportive space to gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward.

08/19/2025

I'm reposting this article as a few people have asked me about it recently. A while back I noticed a trend in mid to senior level women seeking therapy for stress related to bullying in the workplace. They told me that when they spoke to friends or family they found others experiencing the same issue. I researched it and found that the group that experiences the most bullying in the workplace is women over 40. If this is you, you don't need to do this alone. This type of stress can affect our judgment, our performance, and our lives outside of work. Talking with a therapist who understands workplace bullying, stress, and communication is a very supportive and effective way to take your power back and determine steps forward.

Workplace bullying doesn’t always look the way we expect. It’s not always loud, obvious, or coming from a manager. In fact, it often flies under the radar—especially when the person being bullied holds a senior position or is seen as successful, confident, or competent.If you’re a leader, ma...

08/12/2025

Check out the Summer News & Updates newsletter.

New mindfulness program added Why too much self-help might be hurting you How therapy can help after job loss Easier access to on-line sessions

07/21/2025

Life and work can be overwhelming. You don’t have to face it alone. Therapy offers a calm, supportive space to reduce struggle, gain clarity, and take meaningful steps forward.

Struggling with stress, anxiety, workplace issues, life challenges— or just feeling stuck? Therapy provides a supportive space to gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward.

07/16/2025

I’m seeing more and more people spending their time watching, listening to, or reading about how others live—often more than they spend living their own lives. Sometimes this spirals into chasing fixes to “be better,” which only fuels those unhelpful feelings of not being good enough. Break the cycle. Focus on what makes life meaningful for you. If you want to explore that together, reach out.

In a world flooded with podcasts, books, and TikTok gurus promising a better version of you, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind if you're not constantly optimizing every moment of your life. But here’s the paradox: the more self-help content we consume, the more anxious, inadequate, ...

07/04/2025

Losing a job — whether it comes suddenly through layoffs or slowly through burnout or career dissatisfaction — can be one of the most disorienting experiences a person goes through. The practical concerns are immediate: income, insurance, next steps. But underneath that often lies a quieter question: What now?

Losing a job — whether it comes suddenly through layoffs or slowly through burnout or career dissatisfaction — can be one of the most disorienting experiences a person goes through. The practical concerns are immediate: income, insurance, next steps. But underneath that often lies a quieter ques...

07/04/2025

Feeling unsure about your next step at work? Whether you’ve been laid off, feeling burnt out, or just know you’re meant for something more — this self-paced course bundle helps you regain clarity and confidence.

✔ Reflect on what really matters
✔ Strengthen your job search
✔ Reimagine what your next role could look like

Created by psychologists using evidence-based tools and facilitated by a registered social worker and psychotherapist with a specialty in helping clients through career transitions.

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Effective online counselling for life and work. Specializing in workplace wellness and adult ADHD. I hope you get in touch.

06/05/2025

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply worn out?

Whether you're navigating work stress, struggling with focus and motivation, or feeling the weight of it all—therapy can help you find balance, confidence, and calm.

I offer effective, down-to-earth psychotherapy for adults facing:
🧠 Mental health challenges
💼 Workplace stress or burnout
⚡ Adult ADHD

Sessions available online and in-person in Oakville (free parking, cozy space, great coffee).

Let’s work together to help you feel more in control—and more like yourself again.

👉 Learn more or book a consult: https://www.patersonwellness.com/

Effective online counselling for life and work. Specializing in workplace wellness and adult ADHD. I hope you get in touch.

05/29/2025

Check out my spring newsletter!

Online self-paced wellness courses are here When you're the one being bullied Meeting your therapist "in the wild" and more...

05/24/2025

05/21/2025

💬 Struggling to say what you mean — or say "no" without second-guessing yourself?

You're not alone. Professionals often struggle with boundaries, difficult conversations, and feeling heard.

That’s why I’m offering a 9-week workbook-based online course in assertiveness — designed for people who want to develop real communication confidence at their own pace.

You’ll receive weekly modules and reflection-based exercises you can download and keep — with optional check-ins and messaging support from me along the way.

✔ Learn to say no — even when it’s hard
✔ Handle criticism with clarity and calm
✔ Set boundaries that reflect your values
✔ Express yourself with confidence and respect
✔ Build a communication style rooted in self-worth

This isn’t just another communication skills course. It’s about finding your authentic assertive voice — and using it with calm, clarity, and confidence.

⏳ 9-week access, self-paced, flexible.

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04/18/2025

I've been hearing a familiar story from many of my clients lately—women who are well established in their careers, confident and competent, suddenly finding themselves being bullied at work. They're blindsided. And when they share their experience with others, they’re discovering they’re not alone.

So it didn’t surprise me when I came across research showing that women over 40 are among the most frequent targets of workplace bullying.

If any of this hits close to home, this blog post is for you. And if you want to talk it through, I offer free consultations—feel free to reach out.

Workplace bullying doesn’t always look the way we expect. It’s not always loud, obvious, or coming from a manager. In fact, it often flies under the radar—especially when the person being bullied holds a senior position or is seen as successful, confident, or competent.If you’re a leader, ma...