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Anxiety

Includes social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and panic disorder

Creative Writing Therapy -for Anxiety

January 7, 2025 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

Interview your worry wart-the part of you that is constantly running ‘worst case scenarios’ through your mind.

EMDR Intensives – Make Space for Your Healing

November 4, 2022 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

Three days of intensive therapy versus months to years of working on issues. For some people a short term intensive is the ideal therapy plan.

When All is Not Merry & Bright

December 18, 2019December 17, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / Leave a comment

Most of us know that the December holiday season is not all merry and bright for many people, however we feel somehow that it is supposed to be, and when it isn't for us, there is a disconnect that can be incredibly painful. Here are some ways to care for yourself during this holiday season:

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Hope-Based Living

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

According to attachment theory humans require an emotional foundation from which to hope and risk and venture out. I've shared where I find my security in hopes that you might discover yours.

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Calming Panic

November 6, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

If we have experienced trauma in our lives, our system may be on high alert and send adrenalin through our bodies even when it is not needed.

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The 4 Adult Attachment Styles

March 20, 2019April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 2 Comments

Understanding the basic styles of attachment is the first step to healing any attachment wounds you may have.

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Overcoming Death Anxiety

March 13, 2019April 1, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

"...the more you fail to experience your life fully, the more you will fear death."  ---Irvin Yalom

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16+ Things Counselling Can Help You With

January 23, 2019April 19, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 5 Comments

People come to counseling for all kinds of reasons. There is no wrong reason to talk to a counsellor, here are some issues that counselling can be particularly helpful with.

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More Mental Health tips for the Holidays

December 26, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 1 Comment

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/life-without-anxiety/201212/10-tips-surviving-the-holidays

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Caring for your Mental Health During the Holiday Season

December 19, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 3 Comments

Start by thinking back to previous years, what was the most enjoyable parts of previous seasons? Make sure that those things are central in your planning, in terms of how much time you spend on these, versus the parts you enjoyed the least.

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Joy Eidse

About Joy Eidse

Joy Eidse is a registered Social Worker living in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She works as a counsellor for individuals wanting to work on issues related to mental health or trauma. Send Joy a message.

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