Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Written by Ivette Moutzouris What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition, you have to meet certain criteria to be diagnosed with this disorder. It is important to understand this...
Finding Hope in Your Relationships
By Ivette Moutzouris Registered Psychologist I am a strong believer in hope. I wouldn’t be working in this field if I didn’t believe that change is possible and looking forward is definitely part of the process. If I had to...
Managing Anxiety
Written by Ivette Moutzouris Anxiety…..this is a word we often hear now. Many Counsellors and Psychologists would probably agree that a large proportion of clients we see exhibit symptoms of anxiety. I’ve even heard primary and high school teachers say...
Do I Have an Addiction?
Written by Ivette Moutzouris Anyone can develop an addiction or exhibit addictive patterns of behavior. In our current society of instant gratification it is probably easier now more than ever to develop an addiction. There’s a lot of information and...
Worry Free Living – Is it Possible?
Written by Ivette Moutzouris Probably not, but there are certainly some changes that you can make that can minimize persistent worrying. At the core of worrying is the idea that I am not in control and therefore am afraid...
Inner Beauty
Written by Ivette Moutzouris Inner Beauty is a concept that is not celebrated enough in our society of instant gratification and remaining forever young! I saw a movie recently where an elderly man was describing his wife and he stated...
Understanding Mindfulness
Understanding Mindfulness Written By Ivette Moutzouris What is Mindfulness? It is a term that many Psychologists and other health professionals use and it is important to have a basic understanding of it. Mindfulness is “the intentional, accepting and non-judgmental focus of...
