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Gwen Preston Counselling & Psychotherapy

Gwen Preston
Jan 286 min read
Know the Difference: Sadness v. Depression
Sadness and Depression: knowing the difference, why it matters, and next steps


Gwen Preston
Dec 23, 20247 min read
AI Therapy Tools: A Tale of Optimistic Caution
The pros & cons of AI therapy tools & how to use them safely! They're great complimentary tools but not a replacement for human connection.


Gwen Preston
Dec 9, 20244 min read
5 Signs It’s Time to Seek Support for Stress and Anxiety
Five signs it's time to seek support for stress and anxiety and what to look for. How Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help.


Gwen Preston
Nov 25, 20249 min read
Words Matter: The Power of Thoughtful Language in Clinical Settings
Language is a powerful tool in shaping perceptions, particularly when it comes to mental health. For many seeking help, the environment...


Gwen Preston
Sep 21, 202411 min read
Hack Your Working Memory
Discover effective strategies and hacks to improve your working memory. Learn how to reduce mental clutter and enhance memory retention for


Gwen Preston
Aug 28, 20245 min read
Handling the Back to School Blues
The freedom of summer is an exciting thing, full of warmth, exploration, and relaxation!! Unfortunately, all good things must end....


Gwen Preston
Aug 14, 20245 min read
Featuring: 5 Psychotherapists Near Ottawa
Finding a well-matched therapist is the challenge of the day. Sometimes it seems impossible to find the right person that you can feel...


Gwen Preston
Jul 30, 20245 min read
Journaling for those who hate journaling.
The irony of this blog is that I don't love writing. Yet, when I add some structure to journalling it starts to work. Here's how...


Gwen Preston
Jul 2, 20247 min read
Strategies for Calming Your Mind, Part 2
Take advance of *now*, this very moment, with three skills that help shift focus to where it needs to be.


Gwen Preston
Jun 18, 20245 min read
Strategies for Calming Your Mind, Part 1
A few ways to create some distance between you and your experience, to aid with managing difficult moments.
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