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Trauma Processing Intensives & Self-Esteem Intensives available March and April 2026
Thinking about therapy but don’t want to wait months to feel relief, a Therapy Intensive might be the right fit.
You Don’t Need a Diagnosis to Seek Support for Disordered Eating
By the time someone considers reaching out for help with eating, they often feel unsure whether their struggle is “serious enough.” They may think: “It’s not that bad.” “I’m still functioning.” “Other people have it worse.” “I should be able to handle this.” It can feel like support is reserved for crisis. But you don’t need a diagnosis to deserve support. The Grey Area Is Still Real Not all eating struggles meet formal criteria for an eating disorder. Many people live in a g
Kristin Kurian
2 days ago2 min read
Why High-Achieving Teens and Young Adults Are Vulnerable to Disordered Eating
If you’re high-achieving and feeling pressure around eating, you’re not alone. This article explores how perfectionism and stress can quietly shape eating patterns.
Kristin Kurian
Feb 143 min read
When Eating Becomes a Coping Mechanism
Eating can become a coping mechanism during periods of stress or change. This article explores why eating patterns shift and how to notice them with compassion.
Kristin Kurian
Feb 73 min read
Nervous System Regulation: Myths and Realities
What does nervous system regulation actually mean? This article breaks down common myths and explains how therapists understand stress, recovery, and nervous system responses in an evidence-based way.
Kristin Kurian
Jan 284 min read
Motivation and Anxiety: Why Change Can Feel So Hard
Change does not stall because of a lack of insight or effort. Often, motivation and anxiety collide when the brain is still learning whether something feels safe enough to approach. This post explores why change can feel hard, even when it is deeply wanted, and how pace and learning shape real progress.
Kristin Kurian
Jan 234 min read
Why 50 Minutes Sometimes Isn't Enough: How Therapy Intensives Support Teens and Young Adults
For many teens, opening up in therapy takes time. This blog explores why 50-minute sessions aren't always enough and how therapy intensives for teens and longer therapy sessions provide space for real healing, offering the space young people need to feel safe, heard, and supported. Learn how intensive therapy for youth helps teens process emotions, build coping skills, and experience meaningful teen mental health support.
Kristin Kurian
Jan 203 min read
Navigating December Burnout When You’re Struggling With Low Mood or Overwhelm
December can make stress, low mood, and burnout feel heavier. Learn why winter symptoms shift, what to look for, and how to support yourself -including when a 3-hour therapy intensive might help.
Kristin Kurian
Nov 30, 20254 min read
Supporting a Teen With Anxiety Without Over-Rescuing
It’s hard to see your teen struggle with anxiety and uncertianty. You want to help, but stepping in too much can keep them stuck. This post shares how to support your teen with calm confidence.
Kristin Kurian
Oct 28, 20253 min read
Procrastination Isn’t Laziness - Understanding What’s Really Going On And How Therapy Can Help
If you’ve ever called yourself lazy because you can’t seem to start something, take a breath - you’re not lazy. You’re likely overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a nervous system pattern that’s trying to protect you. This blog explores how therapy for procrastination helps teens and young adults understand what’s really going on beneath avoidance, reduce shame, and find new ways to move forward with compassion.
kjierstien
Oct 13, 20253 min read
Why Therapy Intensives Are Great for Teens
If you or your teen ever feel like weekly 50-minute therapy sessions aren’t enough, you’re not alone. Many teens need more time to feel comfortable, share openly, and practice coping skills. Therapy intensives give teens the longer sessions they need to build trust, process emotions, and walk away with tools they can use in everyday life.
Kristin Kurian
Sep 16, 20253 min read
Therapy Intensives Can Help You Heal in Weeks, Not Years
Feeling stuck in therapy? Traditional 50-minute sessions can make change feel slow. Therapy intensives create space for deeper work and faster breakthroughs, helping you move forward in weeks, not years.
Kristin Kurian
Sep 3, 20253 min read
The Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health
Sleep and mental health are deeply connected. If you’re lying awake at night with racing thoughts or waking up feeling unrested, you’re not alone. This blog explores how anxiety, stress, or trauma can disrupt sleep, and how therapy can help you break the cycle, improve sleep quality, and feel more balanced during the day.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 24, 20253 min read
How Therapy Intensives Help You Move Forward When You Feel Stuck
Feeling stuck can leave you frustrated and discouraged, especially if progress feels slow. Therapy intensives offer the space and focus to go deeper, break old patterns, and create lasting breakthroughs. Learn how intensives can help you move forward with clarity, self-trust, and renewed motivation.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 24, 20254 min read
How to Manage End-of-Summer Stress
The shift from long summer days to fall routines can feel overwhelming. If you’re feeling anxious or unsettled, you’re not alone. Learn why end-of-summer stress happens, discover practical coping strategies, and explore how therapy can help you manage seasonal transitions with more ease.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 17, 20252 min read
The Benefits of Therapy Intensives: How They Can Save You Time and Money
If you’ve been wondering whether there’s a faster, more cost-effective way to feel better, therapy intensives may be what you need. These focused sessions help you save time, reduce costs, and move through big feelings with lasting change.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 16, 20252 min read
Preparing for Back-to-School: Mental Health Tips for Families
By a Teen Therapist Supporting Anxious Teens and Their Parents As summer winds down, the start of a new school year brings a wave of...
Kristin Kurian
Aug 4, 20254 min read
Feeling Anxious About Starting University? How Therapy Can Help with the Transition
Starting university can feel overwhelming. Learn how therapy for university transition, using DBT and IFS, can help teens and young adults feel more confident, grounded, and prepared for what’s ahead.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 1, 20254 min read
Why Integrating DBT and IFS Is the Fastest Path to Trauma Healing (And Why Intensives Work Even Better)
Healing from trauma doesn’t have to take years. This post explores how integrating DBT and IFS can accelerate trauma recovery, especially through therapy intensives designed for teens and young adults seeking faster, lasting relief.
Kristin Kurian
Jul 9, 20254 min read
I am a trauma therapist in Toronto, supporting teens, young adults, and parents who are navigating the impact of trauma, anxiety, burnout, and overwhelming life experiences. Whether you're feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, I offer trauma-informed therapy to help you process what’s weighing you down, understand your emotional patterns, and rebuild a stronger relationship with yourself. My approach helps you gain clarity, heal past wounds, and create the confidence and connection you’ve been craving. I offer in-person therapy in Toronto and online sessions across Ontario.
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