by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Nov 12, 2025 | Mental Health, Psychologist
Most of us don’t think about therapy until we need it. And when we finally do, one of the first questions that shows up, along with the stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, is: “Can I even afford this? Does my work benefits plan cover Psychotherapy?” If that’s the...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Sep 17, 2025 | Mental Health, Therapist
Wondering if you should book a session with your therapist, but it feels too much to actually go? Happens to many. The compulsion of commuting, having to do small talk with at least 3 people, and not knowing how the session will turn out drains the energy of many....
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Sep 17, 2025 | EMDR Therapy, Mental Health, Therapist
Moments before initiating EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy can be quite intimidating. Those who have never taken the help of psychotherapists or counsellors may wonder what conversations might take place behind the closed doors of the...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Sep 9, 2025 | Mental Health, Therapist
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health is more important than ever. Whether facing life’s daily stresses, navigating significant personal challenges, or seeking deeper self-understanding, individual therapy offers a powerful path to healing and growth. At Town...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Aug 11, 2025 | First Responders, Mental Health
First responders are almost like the ultimate saviours of a city, a society. They are the ones who rescue the masses from fire, dangerous accidents, floods, or any other catastrophe. The nature of their job makes them extremely important but also very vulnerable to...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Jul 9, 2025 | Anxiety, Mental Health
The sudden brain-smothering feeling, with breathlessness and heart palpitations, and racing thoughts are classic symptoms of an anxiety attack/episode. The Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) can have a pretty tight hold over one’s’s life and dreams, as the suffocating...
