Brad Moser Registered Psychologist Inc.

10/05/2026

I’m excited to announce that I will be teaching a class at the University of Lethbridge for students in the Master of Education (Counselling Psychology) program: Education 5706: Counselling Interventions, from January to April 2027.

I will still be in full-time private practice. During the first 4 months of next year, I will also be teaching Wednesday mornings at the University.

In the meantime, I have a lot of preparation to do. As a result, I will be taking a break from social media posts, except for a couple of Real Dads podcast episodes that I will publish before May of next year.

I took this course 20 years ago. I’m grateful for the opportunity to give back to the profession.

10/02/2026

The journey of healing can be long and complicated, full of ups and downs, twists, and turns. As depicted in this infographic, by Unfiltered.

Here are some strategies that can help with the process:

-Practice self-compassion by talking to yourself the same way you would to a close friend
-Connect with social supports
-Prioritize exercise, healthy nutrition, and sleep hygiene
-Practice self-care daily
-Journal your experiences with recovery; the challenges but also the victories
-Have patience with yourself and the process
-Consider seeing a mental health professional

09/30/2026

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Take this day to learn about and reflect on the tragic history of residential schools. To honor the victims and survivors, and the effects of inter-generational trauma on indigenous peoples, and how all First Nations families, children, and individuals are impacted today.

The banner for today’s post: The eagle represents First Nations, the narwhal represents Inuit, the beaded flower represents Métis.

Here are some things you can do to honor National Truth and Reconciliation Day:

-Check out the events going on throughout Canada and your local community.

If you live in or near Lethbridge, here is the schedule of events for Arts Days 2026: Arts Days 2026 – National Day of Truth & Reconciliation: Community Jingle Dress Project - Casa Lethbridge

-Learn more about First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples Across Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html

-Learn about the TRC Report: Calls to Action (September 30 is #80):https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/indigenous-people/aboriginal-peoples-documents/calls_to_action_english2.pdf

-Watch a film about the impact of residential schools, made by Indigenous film makers: https://www.nfb.ca/channels/residential-schools/?utm_source=AU+Employees+Master+List&utm_campaign=07bdd71aaf-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_08_23_08_26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e7cfae72f4-07bdd71aaf-80707689&mc_cid=07bdd71aaf&mc_eid=5389a10bef

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09/28/2026

Huge thank you to Dr. Kendra Massie for being on my podcast this month. I appreciated our discussion about neurodiversity in youth and the importance of meaning.

The episode is published. Check it out:

My website: https://bradmoserpsychologist.ca/what-if-the-behavior-makes-sense-understanding-neurodivergent-youth-with-guest-dr-kendra-massie/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6J6NgeZoLm849mJyDJmrU6?si=ccbfd62255084b92



My website: https://bradmoserpsychologist.ca/what-if-the-behavior-makes-sense-understanding-neurodivergent-youth-with-guest-dr-kendra-massie/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6J6NgeZoLm849mJyDJmrU6?si=ccbfd62255084b92

My guest is Dr. Kendra Massie. In this episode, we discuss neurodiversity in children and youth. Kendra talks about her experience working with kids, families, and parents, including the importance of meaning when it comes to neurodiversity along with diagnosis.

09/25/2026

Relationship OCD involves obsessing about your relationship (“Is he/she/they the right one?”, “are we the right match?”, etc.) and using compulsions (including constant reassurance, needing absolute certainty, etc.) to help you feel safe. This may include things shown in this infographic by OCD Excellence.

Relationship OCD can have negative impacts on your mental health and your relationship.

Here are some ways to cope:

-Be mindful of your thoughts about your relationship. Sit with them without judgement. Be aware of your feelings and body sensations when you are having these thoughts.

-Try to understand where your worries are coming from. If you experienced toxic relationships with previous partners or parents/guardians, try to separate your thoughts related to them from those of your current partner.

-Write down your thoughts on paper or a journal. Use 2 columns. On the left, write down your anxious thoughts, on the right reframe them to make them more rational and accurate. For example, for the thought, “I’m not good enough for my partner”, reframe it as “My partner chose me”.

-Focus on positive things, memories and strengths of your current partner and relationship.

-Focus on the present moment with your partner.

-Practice effective communication and conflict resolution.

-Remind yourself that love is a choice and relationships take hard work, which includes improving yourself.

-Seeing a mental health professional with training and experience in working through relationship OCD can help a great deal.

09/21/2026

There are many reasons why we procrastinate: overwhelming stress, the thrill of doing things last minute, ADHD symptoms, difficulties with getting things started, anxieties, fears, and others. A common fear that leads to putting things off is the fear of failure. This infographic, from an unknown/uncredited source, shows some of the various reasons why we may procastinate.

Breaking down tasks into small steps, making a general timeline for each step, and focusing on one step at a time can help you take on daunting tasks. At the same time, reminding yourself that you are okay regardless of the result, and the outcome of this task cannot define your true essence, are great strategies to prevent procrastination and improve your mental health.

09/18/2026

Emotions are signals from your body that something is off kelter in your life and requires exploration, curiosity, and compassion.

Emotional rigidity involves treating your emotions as things that need to be avoided, stopped, judged, or controlled. This can lead to higher anxiety and depression, decreased empathy for yourself and others, strained relationships, and feelings of frustration, helplessness, and burnout.

On the other hand, emotional agility involves addressing emotions as normal, human experiences and navigating them with self-compassion. This can lead to lower amounts of stress, better coping strategies, improved mental health, resiliency, and stronger relationships.

Thank you to Susan David for this infographic.

09/16/2026

My guest for September’s Real Dads is Dr. Kendra Massie. Join us for a discussion about neurodiversity in children and youth. Kendra will talk about her experience working with kids, families, and parents, the importance of meaning when it comes to neurodiversity, and diagnosis.

Real Dads Podcast is available on my website:

https://bradmoserpsychologist.ca/blog/

09/14/2026

Arriving home from school can be an overwhelming experience for many kids. This infographic, by Brain Bloom Printables, shows some small steps that we can use to help guide our kids’ emotional regulation and transition to home.

09/10/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day. The theme for this year is Changing the Narrative. We are all responsible for su***de prevention. By reaching out to those you are concerned about - those who may be feeling disconnected. Asking them how things are going. Asking them if they are having thoughts of su***de. Connecting them with supports (su***de and crisis help lines, counsellors in your area). Listening to them. Showing them kindness and support; care and concern.

By talking about su***de and su***de prevention, we can change the narrative from stigma to the importance of opening up and reaching out.

Isolation increases the risk of su***de.

Social connections prevent su***des.

Learn more at www.iasp.info/wspd

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