by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Mar 3, 2026 | Psychologist
Trauma leaves a mark that doesn’t disappear on its own. Whether it stems from a single overwhelming event or years of chronic adversity, the effects of trauma can show up in your body, your relationships, and every aspect of daily life. For adults in Ontario...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Feb 20, 2026 | Psychologist
It’s 3 AM, and your mind is racing. You’re replaying that conversation from work, catastrophizing about tomorrow’s presentation, or worrying about something you can’t even name. Your chest feels tight, your thoughts are spiraling, and sleep feels impossible. If this...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Feb 19, 2026 | Psychologist
When most people hear about EMDR therapy, they think of combat veterans or survivors of severe trauma. And while Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) has proven remarkably effective for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder—with research showing that up to...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Feb 11, 2026 | Psychologist
Every weekday, thousands of professionals living in Halton wake up early, commute toward Toronto, spend hours in meetings, stare at screens, and then reverse the journey home. By the time they reach their doorstep, they are mentally drained, emotionally depleted, and...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Jan 28, 2026 | Psychologist
If you or a loved one is struggling with attention, focus, emotional regulation, learning challenges, or mental health concerns, you may have come across two commonly recommended options: ADHD assessments vs psychological assessments. While they sound similar, they...
by Dr. Shireen Abuhatoum | Jan 16, 2026 | Mental Health, Other, Psychologist
Most of the time, you give all your heart whenever you help someone that you truly love. However, as time passes the constant caregiving could gradually alter you. Caregivers tend to start with high vitality. However, over time they get exhausted and overloaded....
