Crystal Gerlach Psychotherapy and Clinical Social Work

06/13/2024

When working with couples I work different approaches including Gottman therapy & EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy).
Dr. Gottman's modalities are helpful for specific coping tools - things that help when couples get "stuck".
“Trust is built in very small moments, which I call 'sliding door' moments. In any interaction, there is a possibility of connecting with your partner or turning away from your partner. One such moment is not important, but if you're always choosing to turn away, then trust erodes in a relationship- very gradually, very slowly.”
― John Gottman

06/13/2024

June/Pride Month! My Oakville practice is a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ couples, individuals and families.

Clinical Social Work & Psychotherapy

Helping you find the clarity, connection and meaning you deserve.

06/10/2024

Individual, couples and family therapy sessions openings this month. Contact [email protected] or check out my website https://www.crystalgerlachrsw.ca/ for a free consultation!

01/01/2023

"When you feel resourced and connected...that capacity to take action in the world is going to be directed from a place of clarity and care".

-Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Her book: The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook

09/20/2022

In therapy, you have the space, safety and time to piece together various aspects of your experience.

When you hear your own story and narrative out loud, it is a form of emotional processing that leads to greater clarity.

This “connecting the dots” helps you come to a greater understanding of experiences and emotions that are impacting you in the present.

Clarity, understanding and awareness lead to change

09/20/2022

May you be happy
May you be safe
May you be healthy
May you be at peace,

-Loving Kindness Meditation

01/07/2022

09/08/2021

Clinical Social Work and Psychotherapy appointments are now easier to book with the online service.

Click here to book your next appointment:
https://oab.owlpractice.ca/crystalgerlachrsw/booking

08/18/2021

Mid-Week Check In 👉⬇️

We need to re-write the script that says self-care is indulgent.
It's not!

This idea has come up a lot when I facilitate self-care for chronic health issues groups, especially for women.

If you have a chronic health issue are experiencing burnout or have a mental health diagnosis, its even more important to tune into your own needs since you may have specific (physical or mental health) needs that others around you may not.

Self-care isn't indulgent - making yourself a priority is essential to take care of both physical and mental health.
Simple ways to make yourself a priority?

➡️Do nothing for 10 mins
➡️Meditate
➡️Take your medication
➡️Call a friend
➡️Go for a walk
➡️Stretch
➡️Take that water, meal or tea/coffee break
➡️Stand up and find some movement
➡️Breathe
➡️Ask for help from a loved one
➡️Book a health care or mental health appointment ⬇️

Mid Week Thought: Find some time to make yourself a priority.

06/25/2021

Looking forward to attending this symposium in July to better support gender diverse youth and their families!

A gathering of professionals dedicated to supporting gender diverse youth and their families

06/22/2021

OMG 😆 Did you know one of my specialities includes working with people that have chronic health conditions?

If you have a chronic health issue or general stress OMG is a great way to connect back with yourself when feeling an increase in pain, or are feeling overwhelmed or flooded with emotions.

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O 🔺orient yourself, to space and the present moment, where are you what’s around you? What do you see or hear?

M🔺movement, bring some movement in, can you wiggle your fingers or toes? Tap your fingers or rub your hands together? Sway a little, maybe getting up to move around and stretch!

G 🔺ground, connect to your feet to the ground. You can do this with shoes, socks, or barefoot.

Let me know if you find this helpful 💕