Online Therapy by ConsortiaCare.ca

05/21/2025

Have you ever tried to guess what someone is thinking? The ability to place yourself in another person’s shoes is a key cognitive skill that is often lost in dementia.

In our latest blog post, our founder explains the importance of "Theory of Mind" in dementia care:

Theory of Mind is the ability to understand that other people have their own thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. This skill helps us get along with others, predict what they’ll do, and show kindness in meaningful ways.

05/02/2025

**Admin Post

Hey everyone - We've been away from Facebook for a couple years, and are thinking of jumping back in with the occasional blog post and videos on stroke rehabilitation.

Looking forward to connecting again!

Send a message to learn more

03/28/2023

Know someone looking for an affordable, online therapist with evening and weekend availability?

Our founder, Adam, is here and ready to talk it out... but, also advise on nutrition, exercise, lab results, medications and overall health.

For More Information:
ConsortiaCare.ca/Therapy

Book a free 30 minute consult with a Therapist. Online therapy is available most evenings and weekends online or in Edmonton, Alberta.

02/19/2023

Join our founder on Saturday, March 4th to learn about best practices for stroke prevention.

Located at the brand new Glass Café across from MacEwan University! Free, open access nursing education.

08/16/2022

Edmonton's premiere transitional home care service. Because... home is where the care should be.

https://consortiacare.ca/home-care/after-hospital/

Comprehensive care to regain strength and independence after discharge from hospital. Edmonton's premier transitional home care program.

07/10/2022

The first weeks of recovery after stroke are marked by a miracle few health professionals talk about.

Let me explain the miracle of post-stroke pain.

As the brain heals, skeletal muscles transition away from flaccidity (i.e. feeling limp) towards a cramp-like state. We call this spasticity. Spasticity results from muscles receiving "flickering, staticky signals" from a brain just starting to repair its connection to the body.

This moment. (A miraculous testament of the brain's ability to heal.) It is the most stressful part in the stroke recovery trajectory for patients.

The awakening of previously "dead" muscles is often marked by cramps, shooting pains and a sensation of tension/pressure. People become fearful of their own body awakening... and paradoxically wish it were "dead" again.

Many health professionals overlook the experience of "muscles awakening" and instead re-frame this symptom as a disorder in and of itself. Instead of working to improve someone's joint flexibility and psychological well-being, many colleagues focus on eliminating the spasticity.

You can imagine that I take a more enlightened view of spasticity treatment via ConsortiaCare.ca Gentle massage, soothing movements and deepening the brain-body connection are all part of what I do. And, I can confidently say, this approach is backed by a robust base of evidence on interoception, motor coordination and neurological rehabilitation.

Image Source:
Crow, J. & Wel, B. (2008). Hierarchical properties of the motor function sections of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale for people after stroke: a retrospective study. Physical Therapy, 88, 1554-67. https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/88/12/1554/2742223

07/05/2022

Just moving into the interview process for three innovative positions within our organization:
- Rehabilitation Coach / HCA
- Clinical Fellowship in Neurological Rehabilitation (Registered Nurse)
- Senior Account Executive

With over 80 short-listed applicants, this is going to be a tough decision!

We are proud to have posted jobs that interest some of the most talented individuals within Edmonton's home care industry. Thank you to all our applicants! We can't wait for a future where we can hire all of the talent we come across.

05/15/2022

** ONLINE WORKSHOP FOR ALBERTA RESIDENTS **

"Overcoming Health Anxieties and Fears"

Tues. May 31st, 2022
7-8 pm
Free / No Cost

We all live with anxieties and fears. But, what happens when people fear for their health? Join Adam Henley as he reviews the latest evidence about how to effectively manage health anxiety.

Registration Required:
ConsortiaCare.ca/Workshops

We offer a variety of workshops for patients and families living within Alberta, to help them meet their health and wellness goals.

05/04/2022

Did you know? From overcoming health anxiety to managing fatigue, we offer free health workshops to Alberta residents.

Registration Links Here:
ConsortiaCare.ca/Workshops

We offer a variety of workshops for patients and families living within Alberta, to help them meet their health and wellness goals.

04/29/2022

After two years of inactivity and social isolation, the rates of Type 2 Diabetes continue to climb in Canada. This is impacting the health of people across the country. We are only beginning to see dramatic spikes in heart disease, kidney failure and stroke from uncontrolled diabetes. Soon, the third wave of post-pandemic diabetes will place a significant burden on the health-care system. We are urging Canadians to take action, and to learn the facts about the health consequences of exercise intolerance and disorders of muscle metabolism.

If you can make it... join our founder, Adam Henley, for a frank discussion on YouTube Live about the topic:
https://youtu.be/vTPGBYSi1kQ

After two years of inactivity and social isolation, the rates of Type 2 Diabetes continue to climb in Canada. This is impacting the health of people across ...

04/28/2022

Join our Chief Nursing Officer for our first session on YouTube Live!

"Type 2 Diabetes is a Disease of the Muscles?"
Saturday, April 30th
2-3 pm (with time for questions)

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https://youtu.be/vTPGBYSi1kQ

After two years of inactivity and social isolation, the rates of Type 2 Diabetes continue to climb in Canada. This is impacting the health of people across ...