Have you ever found yourself caught in a spiral of negative thoughts that just won’t let go? One minute you’re going about your day, and the next you’re completely tangled up in worries, judgments, or painful memories. We’ve all been there. These thought patterns can be incredibly powerful, often dictating […]
Read MoreSleepless nights can feel like an endless battle, leaving you frustrated and exhausted. If you’re one of the millions struggling with insomnia, you’re not alone. At Quadra Wellness, we understand the toll that sleep difficulties can take on your physical and mental well-being. That’s why we’re excited to share three […]
Read MoreSleep challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating, especially when you’ve tried countless remedies without success. If you’re struggling with persistent sleep difficulties, you’re not alone. While insomnia affects millions worldwide, there’s a scientifically-proven approach that offers real hope: CBT-I. This specialized form of cognitive behavioral therapy has emerged as the […]
Read MoreWhat Are Employee Wellness Programs? Employee wellness programs are structured, evidence-based initiatives that help employees improve their physical, mental, and emotional health. They range from individual workshops on sleep and stress management to comprehensive, ongoing support programs tailored to your team’s needs. At Quadra Wellness, we focus on a few […]
Read MoreThe Struggle with Thoughts and Emotions Ever feel like you’re caught in a mental tug-of-war with your thoughts and emotions? It’s an incredibly common experience. We’re human and it’s easy to get trapped in worries about the future or regrets from the past. But what if there was a way […]
Read MoreIn the quest for better sleep, especially if you’re struggling with chronic pain, the journey can become nights filled with anxiety and frustration rather than rest. The more elusive sleep becomes, the more we crave it, inadvertently ramping up the pressure on ourselves to get it. This, paradoxically, makes sleep […]
Read MoreThere are a plenty of option when you are looking for free therapy in Ontario. This page contains a regularly updated resource list of free, low-cost, and sliding-scale options for counselling and therapy services in Ontario. Though Quadra Wellness offers free online therapy to everyone in Ontario, I’ve included and […]
Read MoreDr. Xavier Amador’s book “I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help!” sheds light on anosognosia, a condition where individuals with severe mental illnesses fail to acknowledge their illness, not out of denial, but due to neurological deficits. The book introduces the LEAP method (Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner) as an empathetic communication approach to assist those suffering from mental health issues and resistant to help. The method aims to build trust, mutual understanding, and collaboration, promoting effective support and acceptance of treatment.
Read MoreWe’ve all got something to worry about at one point or another. Whether it be about that exam you’re taking tomorrow, your child’s health and well-being, or that daunting to-do list you have written out for tomorrow, worrying is a part of being human. Sometimes, worry can seem to take […]
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