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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.
Lessons from the Thaw
We’ve reached the end of March. In Ontario, this is the month where we finally stop looking backward at winter and start looking forward to what’s next. But as we’ve discussed all month, that transition isn't a straight line—it’s a "thaw."
The Spring Thaw: Navigating the Sudden Energy Shift
While this burst of energy is a welcome change from the winter slump, it can also be a bit of a trap for your nervous system. Moving from "hibernation" to "high-speed" too quickly can lead to a crash.
Lessons on Heart, Health, and Staying Grounded
As February comes to a close, often recognized as Heart Month, it’s a natural time to reflect on the link between our emotional well-being and our physical "heart" health. In the therapy room, we often talk about the heart not just as a pump, but as a central player in our nervous system.
The Post-Celebration Reset: From Lunar New Year to Family Day Recovery
This week in Ontario, we are navigating a unique intersection of events. For many, the Family Day long weekend was followed immediately by the start of Lunar New Year festivities. While these moments bring connection and celebration, they also demand a significant amount of "social energy."
Noticing the Mid-Winter Wall: Winter Fatigue & Nervous System Capacity
For many of us in the Junction, February can be the hardest month. The novelty of winter has often faded, the wind feels a bit sharper, and we might find ourselves hitting a metaphorical wall.
While the instinct is often to "push through," we might find that fighting our capacity only leads to more exhaustion. At interocare, we often explore what happens when we listen to that "wall" instead of trying to climb it.