Physical health issues

Being diagnosed with CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) can trigger intense fear and uncertainty, particularly when symptoms are severe, persistent, and difficult to explain. Many people experience heightened anxiety, vigilance, and nervous system activation after diagnosis, which can unintentionally contribute to ongoing distress and interfere with recovery. This article explores how fear can play a […]

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Being diagnosed with sleep apnea can raise a lot of questions, particularly if you’ve been prescribed CPAP therapy and are finding it difficult to tolerate. Some people adjust well to CPAP, while others notice discomfort, disrupted sleep, or a sense that it simply isn’t the right fit for them. If you’re struggling with CPAP use, […]

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Following a cancer treatment plan can be physically, emotionally, and practically challenging, and many patients struggle at times to stay fully engaged with care. People often look to five-year cancer survival rates, yet these statistics are frequently misunderstood and do not account for the complexity of individual experiences during treatment. This article explores what cancer […]

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CIRS, Developmental Trauma, and Nervous System Dysregulation If you have been diagnosed with CIRS, you are likely to benefit from learning how to regulate your nervous system. If you haven’t already charged down the path, I encourage you to pause before spending large sums of money chasing medical solutions or remediating mould without fully understanding […]

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Surviving cancer often changes how people see themselves and their lives. Many people expect that once treatment ends, life will return to “normal,” yet the psychological and emotional impact of cancer frequently continues long after medical care is complete. This article explores how surviving cancer can affect identity, relationships, and self-understanding, why these changes are […]

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Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep is a common problem that often reflects a combination of daytime habits, evening routines, and how the nervous system responds to stress. This article outlines 19 practical strategies to improve sleep, including changes to daily rhythms, boundaries around stimulation, and what to do when sleep doesn’t come easily. The […]

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You don’t have to suffer. There’s a lot you can do. Women in my private practice as a psychologist sometimes talk about experiencing hot flashes during perimenopause and menopause. Their collective wisdom has led to the creation of these 27 tips to help you better manage hot flashes.

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I worked with a middle-aged woman, named Brittany, that was experiencing chronic headaches and neck pain, as well as sensitivity to both light and sound, almost two years after receiving a concussion in a motor vehicle accident.

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If you suffer from pelvic floor pain, getting an accurate diagnosis for the location and the cause of the pain is a laborious and often elusive experience for many women. Pelvic floor pain occurs when muscles that surround the vagina knot. When the knots don’t release, the pain can become unremitting. The pain can reach […]

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People need to put their “scaffolding” in place as quickly as possible, both physically and emotionally, when they find themselves injured. Whatever the injury, when people are incapacitated and unable to look after themselves, the sooner they can erect the physical and emotional scaffolding they will required over the longer-term, the better.

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