As the snow melts and we start to feel the season shift to spring, it’s an opportune time for personal rejuvenation and growth. At Onyx Counselling and Psychology in Sherwood Park, therapy options are not just abundant but also tailored to meet diverse individual needs. At the heart of personal…
February, often dubbed the month of love, presents a perfect opportunity to strengthen your relationship. At Onyx Counselling and Psychology, we believe that nurturing the bond with your partner is essential, not just in February but throughout the year. Whether you’re looking for couples counselling in Sherwood Park or seeking…
As we start the new year, many of us are setting goals and seeking paths to personal growth and improvement. In Sherwood Park, clinical assessments offer a unique and powerful tool to guide this journey of self-discovery and development. At Onyx Counselling and Psychology, we understand the importance of understanding…
There is no shortage of stories about giving birth. As joyously life-altering as it can be, the process is often draining — physically and emotionally. Childbirth is a stressful experience with the potential to be traumatic. Every person reacts differently and operates within a unique set of factors. Two people…
If you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you surely recall the flood of emotions it lets loose. You struggle to keep perspective and often begin to imagine a wide range of fears flooding your mind. As much as people try to draw a line between mental and physical illness,…
Anxiety isn’t a one-size-fits-all issue. There are many different types of anxiety that can impact your quality of life. Some people struggle with performance anxiety or intense worry. Others have a fear of social interactions and settings. Some people even deal with relationship anxiety. Sound familiar? Unfortunately, because therearedifferent types…
There is no excuse for infidelity of any kind. Partners who betray trust should be held accountable and should take responsibility for their actions. That said, it can be very important to discover what led to the affair. With that in mind, we set off to explore the connection between…
There is no definitive list of who can experience trauma — because anyone can. Children, teenagers, adults, men, and women can all go through something traumatic and experience symptoms of trauma. Trauma, at the base level, is a response to a highly emotional event or situation. Trauma commonly occurs after…
Accepting that grief has stages is a comforting thought. Losing a loved one is a jolting and disorienting experience. Hence, it can offer a hint of solace to envision the ensuing mourning period as having a structure. In a general sense, it does. But we’d all be better served if…
Effective communication is essential for any healthy relationship. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be easier said than done. Maybe a lack of healthy communication was the downfall of your marriage, or maybe it just didn’t help matters as you were struggling with other issues. Whatever the case, building good communication skills…