Do you ever feel like it’s impossible to connect with other people? Does making small talk feel like a meaningless ritual? An increasing amount of people express challenges with social anxiety and struggle with the feeling of being alone even in a room full of...
We didn’t think that “2 weeks of lockdown” would turn into 2+ years of quarantine, job insecurity, stress, worry, and fear. Some say that 2020 was the year the internet happened. Lockdown accelerated digital adoption, and we collectively started spending more time in...
The fourth wave. Vaccine cards. Mask mandates. These are the headlines that have been dominating the media in British Columbia since last week. If you’re feeling anxious that’s understandable – many people are too. The good news is you can use Cognitive Behavioral...
To all potential and existing Thrive clients: It has been quite the ride this year. At Thrive, every day is a matter of considering the ethics of client care. This has extra weight in an era where the negative effects on mental health of lockdowns and social...
If you have ever sought help for any form of problematic substance use, you’re familiar with the concept of triggers. For anyone not familiar, a trigger can refer to anything that either generates a certain thought or feeling, or that seems to lead directly to a...
Despite enjoying the sunniest days we have had in months, many of us actually feel like we are in the dark. Even with clear and bright skies, questions may flood our minds: When will this end? How does ongoing uncertainty affect us? What even is it that is affecting...
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