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Psychology In The Park

Psychology In The park is built from a desire to offer real help in real time from real people.

We desire to remove the stigma around seeking mental health support and break down barriers individuals often face accessing psychological services.

01/30/2026

When life finally slows down, your nervous system does not always feel relief.
For many people, it feels like anxiety shows up instead.

When you have been in survival mode for a long time, being busy keeps your mind distracted. But when things quiet down, all the stress, fear, and unprocessed emotions you have been holding inside suddenly have space to surface.

This does not mean something is wrong with you. It means your nervous system is finally noticing what it has been carrying.

Therapy can help you feel safe enough to slow down without being overwhelmed and to learn how to calm your body when it no longer needs to stay on high alert 🌿

01/28/2026

Depression does not always look like tears or staying in bed all day.
Sometimes it looks like smiling through conversations, going to work, and doing everything you are supposed to do while feeling empty inside.

Many people with depression become very good at hiding how much they are struggling. They show up for others while quietly carrying exhaustion, numbness, or hopelessness of their own.

If this feels familiar, you are not broken and you are not alone. Support can help you make sense of what you are carrying and begin to feel like yourself again 🌿

01/26/2026

Burnout does not magically disappear when the calendar changes.
Rest over the holidays can help, but it does not undo months or years of chronic stress.

If you feel tired, unmotivated, or emotionally flat even after time off, that is not a personal failure. It is often a sign that your nervous system has been running in overdrive for too long.

Healing burnout is not about pushing harder. It is about learning how to slow down, set boundaries, and reconnect with what actually restores you 🌿

Support can make that process feel less heavy and more possible.

01/24/2026

When your nervous system is still in survival mode, rest can feel unsafe. Calm can feel unfamiliar. And even good things can feel overwhelming.

This is not because you are broken. It is because your body learned how to protect you.

Healing is not about forcing yourself to relax or move on. It is about slowly teaching your nervous system that the danger has passed, one small moment of safety at a time 🌿

If you are feeling stuck, on edge, or exhausted even when life seems quiet, you are not alone. Support can help your body and mind find their way back to steadiness.

01/22/2026

The start of a new year can bring a lot of pressure to be happier, more motivated, or more put together.

But healing does not follow a calendar. You do not suddenly become stronger just because the date changed.

If you are still tired, still grieving, still anxious, or still finding your way, that is okay. Growth is not about rushing forward. It is about meeting yourself where you are and taking one honest step at a time.

You are allowed to move slowly. You are allowed to need support. And you are allowed to be exactly where you are right now 💛

01/20/2026

January can feel heavier than December for a lot of people, even when nothing is “wrong.”

The holidays are over. The lights come down. Routines return. And suddenly there is more quiet space for emotions we did not have time to feel before.

You might notice more sadness, fatigue, anxiety, or a sense of emptiness right now. That does not mean you are failing or going backwards. It means your nervous system is finally catching up after weeks of stress, expectations, and emotional intensity.

This season is not about pushing yourself to feel better. It is about giving yourself permission to slow down, rest, and gently rebuild. Healing does not happen on a calendar. It happens when you feel safe enough to breathe again 💛

01/18/2026

What Couples Therapy Is and Isn’t

When relationships feel tense, many couples wait far too long to ask for support. Often not because they do not care but because they worry therapy means failure.

Couples therapy is not about picking sides or proving who is right. It is about understanding the patterns that keep pulling you apart and learning how to feel safe, heard, and connected again.

Even strong relationships can get stuck when stress, trauma, or miscommunication builds over time. Therapy gives you a place to slow down, speak honestly, and rebuild trust in a way that feels supportive instead of overwhelming 💛

If you and your partner are struggling to feel close or understood, you do not have to navigate it alone.

01/16/2026

Therapy isn’t just for moments of crisis. It’s a space to build self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and grow through every season of life.

Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking clarity, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, starting therapy is a powerful, proactive step.

You don’t have to wait for things to fall apart.
Start from where you are.

01/14/2026

The holidays can be overwhelming, especially when you’re expected to feel joyful while quietly struggling.

If you’re feeling heavy, anxious, or low this season, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to push those feelings aside.

Mental health support doesn’t pause for the calendar.
We’re here when you’re ready.

01/12/2026

Vulnerability takes courage, and it deserves a space where it feels safe to show up.

At Psychology in the Park, we create that space through:
• Gentle, nonjudgmental presence
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Respect for your pace, story, and needs
• Active listening and deep empathy

You don’t have to carry it alone. We’re here to hold space with you.

01/08/2026

As the days grow darker and colder, many people notice their energy or mood shifting.
That’s not weakness, it’s your nervous system responding to seasonal change.

If you’re feeling more tired, withdrawn, or low lately, these small changes can help you cope with the winter months.

And if it still feels heavy, therapy is always here to support you.

☕ Be gentle with yourself this season.
💬 Reach out anytime.

01/06/2026

A psychological assessment isn’t about labeling, it’s about clarity.

You might consider an assessment if:
• You’re facing ongoing challenges with mood, focus, or behavior
• You need diagnostic clarity to guide treatment
• A teacher, physician, or therapist recommends it
• You’re navigating work, school, or legal needs that require documentation

It’s a helpful step toward better understanding yourself, and moving forward with support that fits.

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210 2018 Sherwood Drive
Sherwood Park, AB
T8C1A8

Opening Hours

Monday

8am - 4pm

Website

http://psychologyinthepark.ca/

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