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Trauma Processing Intensives & Self-Esteem Intensives available December 2025 and January 2026
Thinking about therapy but don’t want to wait months to feel relief, a Therapy Intensive might be the right fit.
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
Therapy Intensives for Young Adults: A Reset Before Exams and the Holidays
When Everything Starts to Pile Up If you’re a student or young professional, this time of year can feel like a pressure cooker. Exams, project deadlines, performance reviews, and the holidays - all packed into the same few weeks. You might notice your sleep slipping, motivation fading, or anxiety spiking. Maybe you’re holding it together on the outside but feeling disconnected or on edge inside. This is often when people tell themselves, “I’ll deal with this later.” But late
Kristin Kurian
Nov 3, 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
What If CBT-I Didn’t Work For My Insomnia?
Even when you’ve done everything “right,” insomnia can still linger. If CBT-I didn’t work, there’s still hope. Discover how IFS and DBT therapy can help you understand the deeper emotional patterns behind sleeplessness and restore balance to your mind, body, and rest.
Kristin Kurian
Oct 15, 20254 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 Young Adults Feel “Behind” in Life (and How Therapy Can Help)
If you’ve ever said to yourself, “I feel behind in life,” you’re not alone. Many young adults quietly carry this feeling, the sense that...
Kristin Kurian
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Signs You Need Healthy Boundaries and How to Start Setting Them
Struggling to say no? Setting healthy boundaries can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve spent years putting others first. In this post, you’ll learn why boundaries are essential for mental health, what healthy boundaries look like, and practical tips to start setting them. Discover how therapy can help you build confidence, protect your energy, and create stronger relationships.
Kristin Kurian
Sep 9, 20252 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
The Many Ways Therapy Intensives Can Support Individuals and Relationships
f you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or struggling to communicate, therapy intensives for relationships give you the focused time to work through challenges and truly be heard. In one powerful weekend, you can rebuild trust, deepen understanding, and create a stronger connection with the person who matters most.
Kristin Kurian
Aug 10, 20253 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
When You Feel Stuck Between Who You’ve Been and Who You’re Becoming
Young Adult Standing at Edge of Cliff You’ve outgrown an old version of yourself, but the new version isn’t quite clear yet. Maybe you’ve...
kjierstien
Jul 6, 20252 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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