First responders, firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and other emergency personnel enter situations that most people would instinctively flee.

Starting therapy is a significant and hopeful step toward understanding yourself, improving mental health, and creating lasting change. Yet it's completely natural to feel uncertain about what to expect in your first therapy session.

Addiction therapy is more than a clinical treatment; it's a journey of rediscovery, healing, and growth. True recovery isn't just about stopping a behaviour; it's about understanding what drives it and learning healthier ways to cope, connect, and thrive.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can feel overwhelming: intrusive memories, hypervigilance, emotional numbing, avoidance, and distressing physical or psychological reactions. For those living in and around Ottawa (or anywhere in Canada), knowing that PTSD therapy is a key component of recovery is essential.

Virtual therapy, sometimes called online therapy, teletherapy, or e-therapy, has quickly become a trusted way for Canadians to access mental health support. In Ottawa and across the country, more people are turning to virtual counselling because it makes care more flexible and accessible. But how effective is it compared to traditional in-person sessions?

Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health challenges in Canada. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)

According to the Government of Canada, first responders often face traumatic events that put them at higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Trauma can affect people for years, even decades. It leaves emotional scars and can shape how people interact with the world.

In this blog post, we explore the profound connection between meditation and psychedelic therapies.

Neurofeedback—also known as EEG biofeedback—is a non-invasive, evidence-based brain training method that helps your brain learn to self-regulate. Think of it as physical therapy for your mind: it strengthens the brain’s natural ability to shift out of stress, sharpen focus, and stabilize mood.

Many assume that ketamine therapy is reserved for individuals who have exhausted every other option, often referred to as “treatment-resistant depression.” While this is one of the better-studied applications, it’s not the whole picture.

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in psychedelic-assisted therapies as an innovative approach to mental health care. Whether used in clinical trials or through medically supported treatments under proper oversight, these therapies are showing promising results for individuals living with depression, PTSD, anxiety, or chronic pain. However, one essential element often gets overlooked: the role of therapy itself.

As mental health care evolves, emerging treatments are bringing hope

Integration therapy is the essential bridge between the profound experiences facilitated by psychedelics and their practical, long-lasting impact.

Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, leading many to seek effective treatments beyond traditional medications

With the recent closure of Braxia’s IV ketamine clinic in Ottawa, many clients are searching for a reliable provider to continue their ketamine maintenance therapy.

Explore ketamine therapy for anxiety in Ottawa. Learn how it works, who it helps, and what to expect—backed by research and guided by expert clinicians.

One of the most powerful aspects of therapy is the ability to apply what you learn outside the therapy room.

Ketamine therapy is emerging as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), especially for individuals who haven’t found relief with traditional therapies.

Several factors can affect the cost of ketamine therapy, including. Type of Ketamine Treatment: IV ketamine…