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Mental Health

Cognitive Defusion: Breaking Free from Thought Traps

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 […]

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What Exactly Is CBT-I? Breaking Down Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia

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Sleep 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 […]

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Corporate Employee Wellness Programs in Canada: Sleep, Mental Health & More

What 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 […]

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Free Therapy in Ontario, Canada: Free and Low-Cost Counselling Options in Ontario

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There 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 […]

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Navigating Mental Health Communication: The LEAP Method from “I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help!”

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Dr. 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.

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