Sleep Disorders

sleep disorder

Many conditions are classified as sleep disorders. Stress, worry and depression are the main culprits that cause sleep difficulties for most of us. These problems can be addressed with the help of a professional therapist to ensure that you are getting all the benefits of adequate sleep. The National Sleep Foundation tells us that nearly half of … Read more

Violence in Children

Violence

Violence in children is a complicated issue with many causes. It is easy to point fingers at some of the more obvious potential culprits. For example, television provides a steady diet of violence.  It has been estimated that by the time children turn 18 they have been exposed to 40,000 deaths on TV.  Usually with no mention of the grieving that families endure when a … Read more

Positive Self-Esteem

self esteem

Positive self-esteem is a building block of personal integrity.  The way the world treats us is greatly influenced by the way we see ourselves. We have all known people who genuinely like themselves and feel content with their lives. They see the positive in themselves and are able to understand and appreciate the good in other people. They treat others … Read more

Punctuality

punctuality

Some of us have a pattern of being late for appointments, social events, classes, and project deadlines. No matter how hard we try to be on time, it just doesn’t happen. We are always late. Approximately 15% to 20% of the population is afflicted with chronic tardiness. Thankfully, with some self-examination, motivation, and practice, people who suffer from this affliction can … Read more

ICBC Subsidized Counselling

car crash

ICBC Subsidized Counselling If you have been in a car accident and have reported a claim you are now automatically pre-approved for counselling.  You can receive up to 12 counselling sessions within 12 weeks of your accident.  Stewart & Associates invoices ICBC directly.  If it has been more than 12 weeks since the date of … Read more

Intimacy and the Intimate Relationship

Intimacy Circle

Intimacy in relationships is one key to emotional health Humans are social beings. Is that why we search for intimacy with others? Is the quest for intimacy the reason we commit ourselves to another person in marriage or other declarations of loyalty? In trying to find intimacy, are we simply searching again for the ultimate feeling of bonding that we felt toward … Read more