by Center Pensées | psychology
Sometimes you walk into the office, sit down, and the therapist smiles gently... And suddenly, nothing. A great void, fuzzy thoughts, sometimes a slight discomfort: «I don't know what to say.» This is one of the most common phrases that psychologists...
by Center Pensées | psychology
There are several reasons why you might want to consult a psychologist for your child. First of all, every child is different, and their needs and difficulties change as they grow older. When you notice signs that your child is unhappy, or when they exhibit certain behaviors...
by Center Pensées | psychology
Parenting is a rich and overwhelming adventure, sometimes fraught with questions and doubts. How can you set boundaries without feeling guilty? How should you respond to tantrums, fears, or conflicts between siblings? How can you support your child in their...
by Center Pensées | Expatriation, psychology
September is often presented as a time of “new beginnings.” However, behind this apparent energy, the start of the school year is also a time of fragility. For many, the start of the school year is a time of double pressure: getting back into an intense work routine, and...
by Center Pensées | psychology
Culture shock Part 2: Coping with and overcoming culture shock What happens when you immigrate? On the one hand, there's the experience of the person moving, with his or her expectations, cultural baggage, way of thinking and doing things; on the other, there's the experience of the...
by Center Pensées | psychology
Cognitive biases "Systematic errors maintain people's basic beliefs despite the presence of contradictory evidence" A.T. Beck In therapy, we work on the assumption that it is certain thoughts, certain...
