Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how overwhelming the world can feel. Many of us are deeply aware of the challenges facing humanity—social division, environmental strain, rising anxiety, and a sense that the systems we rely on are stretched beyond capacity. For people who care, who are thoughtful, engaged, and impact-oriented, this awareness can quietly turn […]
Toronto Wellness Gift Guide 2025 Your curated collection of intentional, ethical, wellness-forward gifts for mind, body, and spirit. Welcome to the Toronto Wellness Gift Guide 2025, created to help you discover meaningful, ethically minded, and wellness-focused gifts that truly support the people you love. As a Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Design Your Life […]
The Hidden Victory Behind Every High Performer Toronto was alive this past weekend as the Blue Jays battled through an unforgettable World Series showdown. When the final double play ended their run, the entire country felt the sting of loss — but beneath that heartbreak lies a powerful lesson. As a Toronto psychologist specializing in […]
When did feeling and intuition become less important than reason and intellect? At The Design Your Life Centre in Toronto, our work in psychotherapy goes beyond treating symptoms. We help people reconnect with their intuition — an essential but often overlooked source of wisdom that supports creativity, resilience, and true healing. For too long, intuition […]
AI is here to stay. It’s both amazing and a little terrifying. But there’s one thing it will never do for you: It can’t help you truly know anything. AI can give you information, break down concepts, even teach you step-by-step processes. But real knowing — the kind that shifts your life — only comes […]
We all have dreams, aspirations, and a fundamental drive to achieve more, but how do we turn those abstractions into tangible reality? It’s called manifestation. But how does manifesting actually work? Manifestation refers to the process of bringing something into reality through thoughts, beliefs, and actions. It’s often associated with the idea that by focusing […]
Your mental health is a gift – we’re here to help ensure it stays that way! Many daily stressors can cause disorders such as stress, anxiety and depression, affecting mental clarity. The constant pressure to meet deadlines, handle responsibilities, and stay connected – especially with how the increase in remote working can impact our mental […]
Life throws us curveballs from time to time, and even though we’re resilient, there are times when difficulties take a toll on our mental health. To cope and eventually manage or overcome mental health issues, you need to see a therapist. But how do you find one? At The Design Your Life Centre, we address […]
I recently had the pleasure of giving a webinar for a corporate client who asked me to speak to their staff members in support of their mental health. My talk, titled, “Surthriving in the Face of Uncertainty,” perfectly describes the situation we’re all facing and what we need to learn to do to make it […]
These unprecedented times have been hard for most of us. But while turmoil always accompanies trauma and change, another thing that happens at times like this is post-traumatic growth. Yes, believe it or not, situations like this, do result in us becoming stronger in ways that serve us. However, this is not a passive process. […]








