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Mental Health News You Can Use Dr. Laura Nichols established this page in as a way of easing public access to mental health news.

Trauma Psychologist, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, First Responders, Occupational Stress, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Before Operational Stress Clinician (BOS), East Coast Gal living in Ottawa. Dr. Nichols serves on the board for the Ontario Psychological Association. Dr. Nichols is registered as a provider for injured/traumatized workers in the WSIB Community Mental H

ealth Program (CMHP), and as provider for members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)/Department of National Defence (DND) and Veteran Affairs Canada (VAC) through Medavie Blue Cross.

***This page is not intended for individual advice regarding psychological assessment or treatment. It is meant to raise awareness of mental health issues and recent research findings. If you are in crisis you should go to your nearest hospital. ***

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07/16/2026

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Stories That Imprison Our Heart – Part 1

Much of our suffering begins not with reality itself, but with the stories we believe about ourselves, others, and the world. In this first talk of a two-part series, I explore how unconscious narratives—shaped by fear, conditioning, and past experience—can imprison the heart and keep us feeling separate, defensive, or unworthy. Through mindfulness and compassion, we can begin to recognize these stories, loosen their grip, and awaken to the freedom of our true nature.

In this talk, Tara explores:
– How fear-based stories shape our identity and relationships
– Why the “storytelling mind” is both essential and limiting
– Recognizing the unconscious beliefs that create suffering
– The healing power of mindful awareness and self-compassion
– How love helps us release old narratives and rediscover belonging

This teaching offers practical reflections for anyone longing to move beyond self-judgment, heal old conditioning, and live with greater freedom, authenticity, and connection.

May this exploration support you in seeing beyond the stories that keep the heart small, and in remembering the boundless awareness and love that are your deepest nature.

https://www.tarabrach.com/stories-that-imprison-our-heart-part-1-2026/

Depression during the summer impacts some individuals and is talked about less.
07/10/2026

Depression during the summer impacts some individuals and is talked about less.

While we tend to associate seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with winter, summer SAD — also known as reverse SAD — is a real struggle for some people. And it can be tough to deal with in a season where there's so much pressure to make the most of the hot, sunny days.

My colleague Dr. Joanne Unger helping parents helps their children and adolescents regulate screen time during the summe...
07/10/2026

My colleague Dr. Joanne Unger helping parents helps their children and adolescents regulate screen time during the summer months.

Clinical psychologist Dr. Jo Ann Unger shares practical ways parent...

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