In order to live a flourishing life, it is important to recognize our strengths and identify our assets. Too much time spent focusing on personal deficits can impede progress. Instead, by recognizing and shifting away from negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours, we can cultivate positive emotions, healthy relationships and a sense of purpose.

Integrative therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Positive Psychotherapy, and Solution Focused Therapy teach us how to live well.

Elizabeth Clarke, MACP, RCT, CCC, B.Ed

From time to time, we all face challenges that can be overwhelming. Sometimes these challenges are situational, but they can also be the result of our lived experience(s) over time. Often they manifest as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and self harm. These manifestations can lead to further challenges such as job loss, family conflict, isolation, and addiction. Although we may flounder or experience failure, we can develop the strategies needed to live a flourishing life. Based on individual needs, a selective therapy may be a solution although an integrative approach can be used. These include the following: