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Hi, I'm Sarah, a Registered Psychotherapist offering somatic and talk therapy at my Roncesvalles and Junction offices in Toronto's west end, and online across Canada. This is where I share what I'm noticing in my work, with practical Tend to It Tuesday posts and reflective Friday Field Notes. Take what's useful, and leave the rest. Learn more about me
For education only, not a substitute for therapy or medical advice.
Parent Guilt & Burnout: Doing “Enough” for Your Family in Toronto
In the Junction, April usually means a hectic transition into spring activities. For many, this is closely tied to burnout, stress, and the pressure of trying to meet unrealistic expectations.
In therapy, we work on rightsizing these expectations. Guilt often comes from an imaginary "perfect" standard. Rightsizing is about matching your parenting to your current capacity, especially when your nervous system is already stretched by stress or burnout.