by Kala McKenzie | Feb 9, 2026 | Blog
In my house, I teach my children a simple motto: We are all responsible for taking care of the house. Through this motto, I hope to teach my children personal accountability. I teach them to focus on their own responsibilities, rather than what...
by Kala McKenzie | Feb 2, 2026 | Blog
At the start of this series, I shared that one of the things that makes new experiences difficult is not having realistic expectations. Without prior experience, how can anyone know what to expect? My goal through writing these posts is for people who feel unsure of...
by Kala McKenzie | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog
There are many misconceptions about what it means to book an appointment with a Registered Clinical Counsellor. These misconceptions create barriers so that people who would benefit from talking to a counsellor don’t access the service. Last week I wrote about...
by Kala McKenzie | Jan 19, 2026 | Blog
It’s January, which can be a difficult month. In Canada, the weather is cold and uninviting. The holidays are over, and there isn’t much to look forward to until the Spring. If you’re like many others, the short days and cold weather may impact your...
by Kala McKenzie | Jan 6, 2026 | Blog
Do you struggle with new situations? I know I do. Before I became a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I worked at a local men’s shelter. Before my first shift I was so nervous that I wanted to call it quits before I even started. The job was entirely new to me, and I...
