Counselling and Mental Health

From Branch to Tree: A New Season for Our Practice
Chris Canning Chris Canning

From Branch to Tree: A New Season for Our Practice

As our practice has grown from a solo endeavor to a collaborative team of therapists, we felt it was time for our name and logo to grow with us. What began as “Danielle Counselling” is now “Danielle Jeffery & Associates” — a name that better reflects the heart of who we are and the community of care we've become.

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Chris Canning Chris Canning

HEALING FOR SECOND-GENERATION CANADIANS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Canada has a long history of welcoming immigrants and refugees, including those fleeing war-torn countries. During these migrations, families have faced multiple stressors along the way including the traumatic events related to war and persecution back home. Individuals, families, and whole communities may be affected during resettlement years in a new country.

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Social Anxiety: A Closer Look
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Social Anxiety: A Closer Look

Social anxiety disorder is a common type of anxiety disorder. A person with a social anxiety disorder experiences symptoms of anxiety or fear in situations where they may be scrutinized, evaluated, or judged by others.

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The Joys and Challenges of the Holiday Season
Chris Canning Chris Canning

The Joys and Challenges of the Holiday Season

When you think of the holidays, the first things that may come to mind may be friends and family, partners, kids, and grandchildren, all getting together to share in the celebration. Good food, good conversation, and exchanging gifts in a show of gratitude to one another. It has always been considered a time for happiness and joy, the spirit of the holidays is rooted in all positive emotions. That is the story for some of us, but not all. 

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