Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist of Ontario & Quebec

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Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist of Ontario & Quebec

Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich • Clinical Psychologist • Psychologue • Ontario & Quebec • S*x & Couples Therapy • Thérapie de couple & s*xologie

Dre Arielle Buch-Frohlich • Psychologue • Ontario & Québec • Thérapie de couples ou individuelle • Liste d'attente pour janvier 2021 • Thérapie en ligne (Vidéo seulement)

04/17/2026

Representing the Counseling SIG at .scfa Gatekeeper’s Dilemma. We loved all the ethical pondering done today. For mental health practitioners interested in fertility, consider joining the CSIG at the CFAS conference in September!

03/25/2026

Deciding whether to have a baby is one of the biggest conversations couples face.

There’s no “half a baby.” It’s a decision that deserves time, space, and real understanding of each partner’s perspective.

In couples therapy, we explore the emotional reasons, financial considerations, family dynamics, career goals, and the state of the relationship itself. Because the question isn’t just do we have a baby? it’s what kind of life are we building together?

Sometimes it leads to creative compromises. Sometimes it brings up grief for the path not taken. Both deserve space.

You don’t have to rush this decision. You deserve to feel grounded in it.

If you’re navigating this conversation, you’re not alone.

03/23/2026

Sleeping in separate beds doesn’t mean your relationship is failing.

As a psychologist specializing in couples therapy and s*x therapy, I see this often. Many couples choose separate sleep for practical reasons like snoring, different schedules, postpartum exhaustion, or bed sharing with kids.

What matters most is how you maintain emotional and physical connection outside of sleep. Closeness, communication, and intentional intimacy are what keep a relationship strong. Not the mattress you share.

If you’re feeling disconnected, it’s worth paying attention to the quality of your connection, not just your sleep setup.

03/14/2026

Millennials learned about s*x and relationships from TV, movies, and a few very memorable books.

Degrassi. Titanic. American Pie. Dawson’s Creek. S*x and the City. Cruel Intentions. Clueless.

For many of us, that was the closest thing to s*x education we had.

Some of it was romantic.
Some of it was confusing.
Some of it was wildly unrealistic.

And it shaped a lot of the expectations people still carry into relationships today.

As a psychologist who works in s*x and couples therapy, I see how many people are still trying to unlearn what pop culture quietly taught them about desire, communication, and intimacy.

The good news?
Real conversations about s*x and relationships can happen at any stage of life.

Curious…
What show, movie, or book taught you about s*x and relationships growing up?

03/04/2026

Medication during pregnancy is one of the most shame-laden topics I hear about in perinatal mental health.

Many parents are told that the “good” choice is to avoid medication at all costs. But the reality is more nuanced. Untreated depression, anxiety, OCD, and severe stress during pregnancy and postpartum can also carry risks.

For some people, therapy is enough.
For others, medication can be a supportive add-on to therapy.

Both deserve thoughtful, individualized care with the right medical team, often including a reproductive psychiatrist.

Let’s reduce the shame and make more room for informed, compassionate decisions around perinatal mental health.

I’m a psychologist, not a medical doctor, and I cannot prescribe medication. This is not medical advice and it’s never one-size-fits-all.

02/26/2026

As a psychologist, I see how powerful community is during postpartum. And as a mom, some of my favourite memories were sitting in baby classes with other new moms, sharing stories, fears, insecurities, and lots of laughter. Those “me too” moments matter more than we realize.

Mom groups can soften isolation, normalize the hard parts, and remind you that you’re not alone while navigating one of the biggest identity shifts of your life.

This week, Anna & Salomon .salomon.on clinicians had the opportunity to connect with postpartum moms at fun music class. Thank you for the meaningful conversations and warm community.

Postpartum isn’t meant to be done alone.

What helped you feel most supported during early motherhood? And what were the parts you wish someone said out loud?

02/19/2026

The honeymoon phase doesn’t end because love fails. It ends because reality begins.

As the rose coloured glasses slip, real intimacy can grow. Long-term relationships need more than chemistry. They need trust, aligned values, emotional safety, and repair.

What helped your relationship deepen after the early phase shifted?

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day always makes me think of my grandparents, Anna & Salomon.

Their love was real, deep, and enduring. But what allowed their relationship to thrive wasn’t just love itself. It was the foundation underneath it: mutual respect, curiosity about each other’s inner worlds, empathy during hard moments, shared values, and a willingness to repair when things felt disconnected.

As a psychologist, I see this every day. Love is meaningful, but it’s not enough on its own. Relationships grow when couples learn how to listen, how to navigate differences without losing each other, and how to return to connection again and again.

This Valentine’s Day, maybe the goal isn’t perfection or grand gestures. Maybe it’s choosing one small way to show understanding, one moment of softening, one conversation that moves you closer.

Anna & Salomon continue to inspire me. I hope their story inspires you to keep nurturing yours.

What is one quality that helps your relationship feel grounded?

02/07/2026

Yesterday’s event with Dr. Sarah Kerner , alongside Drs. Amanda Gips and Tanya Hurtubise .mtl , was exceptional. The kind of conversation that feels both grounding and expansive. Spaces like this remind me how powerful it is when we speak openly and thoughtfully about intimacy and legitimize s*xual health through informed, medical and psychological dialogue.

Sharing a soundbite from my talk where I explore intimacy through three distinct but interconnected dimensions: emotional intimacy, s*xual intimacy, and physical intimacy through touch. When couples begin to differentiate these layers, something shifts. Expectations soften. Communication becomes clearer. Connection feels more intentional.

Montreal, you’re lucky to have these conversations happening in your city. And Toronto… I think it’s time we collectively invite Dr. Kerner to bring this here.

Reflective question for you: which dimension of intimacy feels strongest in your life right now, and which one might need more attention?

02/02/2026

Montrealers: Join us this Friday Feb 6 for an event you don’t want to miss. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, .mtl and I, your health care specialists, are delving into s*xual health. Register for our in person fireside chat with or DM me for the link. Can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

02/01/2026

I had my first routine mammogram this week as I approach 40.

I’m sharing this because I want to demystify it for you. Not knowing what to expect can make something feel far scarier than it actually is.

The test itself wasn’t painful for me. The machine does compress the breast for about 30 seconds at a time, which can feel uncomfortable, especially if your breasts are tender. But what stood out more than the physical part was the emotional weight of it.

Walking in, I felt nervous. Not knowing how it would feel. And quietly wondering, like so many of us do, what if they find something?

Doing this felt like an act of care. Choosing presence over avoidance. Trusting that showing up matters, even when it feels vulnerable.

My results came back the same day, and I felt a wave of relief I didn’t realize I was holding in my body.

If you’re nearing 40 or have been putting it off, let this be your gentle nudge. You don’t have to feel brave to take care of yourself.

If this helped demystify the experience even a little, save it or share it with someone who needs it.

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