Stillar Psychological

Stillar Psychological Stillar Psych provides counselling and assessment services. Individual counselling for youth and adults. Couples, family and perinatal counselling.

Youth and adult assessments; psychoed, academic functioning, learning disabilities, giftedness, ADHD.

April is Stress Awareness Month — a time to slow down, tune in, and talk openly about something we all experience: STRES...
04/01/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month — a time to slow down, tune in, and talk openly about something we all experience: STRESS.

From daily responsibilities to personal challenges, stress can quietly build and affect different areas of life.
Understanding why it happens and how it shows up for you is a powerful first step toward protecting your mental wellbeing.

This month is about increasing awareness, recognizing early signs, and creating space to care for your mind with intention and consistency.

Energy is limited, and where you put it matters. Instead of letting worry take over, try directing that energy toward th...
03/30/2026

Energy is limited, and where you put it matters. Instead of letting worry take over, try directing that energy toward things that help you grow, heal, and feel grounded. Believe in yourself, nurture your potential, and create small moments of trust and clarity each day. Over time, these choices add up, helping you move forward with purpose and calm.

Burnout is more than just feeling tired,  it’s a state where prolonged stress drains your emotional, mental, and physica...
03/27/2026

Burnout is more than just feeling tired, it’s a state where prolonged stress drains your emotional, mental, and physical energy. It can make daily life feel heavier, reduce motivation, and impact how you connect with yourself and others. Recognizing burnout early is key, because the sooner you respond with rest, reflection, and intentional self-care, the easier it is to restore balance and protect your wellbeing.

Rest is important, but sometimes it isn’t enough to fully recover from burnout. You don’t come back by doing more,  you ...
03/25/2026

Rest is important, but sometimes it isn’t enough to fully recover from burnout. You don’t come back by doing more, you come back by doing things differently. Burnout isn’t just exhaustion; it’s your mind, body, and soul quietly whispering, ‘This version of me can’t keep going like this.’

You don’t heal it with another productivity hack. You heal it by listening to the fatigue, the resentment, the disconnection, by resting in ways that restore instead of distract, and by letting go of the parts of you that lived for approval instead of alignment. Rebuilding after burnout is a gentle, intentional process slowly, softly, honestly. That’s where your real strength begins, not in how fast you bounce back, but in how deeply you come home to yourself.

Kindness is powerful, but it isn’t limitless. Being there for others is meaningful, but being there for yourself is esse...
03/23/2026

Kindness is powerful, but it isn’t limitless. Being there for others is meaningful, but being there for yourself is essential. Boundaries aren’t selfish, they’re a way to protect your energy, maintain balance, and show up fully for both yourself and those you care about.

Burnout doesn’t take everything at once. It chips away slowly, until there’s very little left. Many people don’t notice ...
03/20/2026

Burnout doesn’t take everything at once. It chips away slowly, until there’s very little left. Many people don’t notice until their body forces a pause and by then, recovery can take months instead of days. The time and energy lost can’t be regained.

The key is recognizing burnout early, when it’s still manageable, and taking small, intentional steps to restore balance.

Prevention isn’t about avoiding burnout entirely, it’s about noticing the signals early enough to protect your energy, your health, and your life.

Burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes it hides in the smallest patterns, craving silence, feeling overstimulated, forgett...
03/18/2026

Burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes it hides in the smallest patterns, craving silence, feeling overstimulated, forgetting simple things, or lying awake with sudden bursts of energy at night.

These experiences don’t automatically mean burnout, but they are signals from your nervous system that something needs attention. Every signal carries meaning, and your body is asking for balance. Noticing these subtle cues is an important step toward protecting your wellbeing and restoring energy.

OCD is often misunderstood because much of it happens internally. Beyond what others may notice, there can be constant m...
03/16/2026

OCD is often misunderstood because much of it happens internally. Beyond what others may notice, there can be constant mental effort, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming urges that create distress beneath the surface.

Recognizing the invisible side of OCD helps move the conversation away from stereotypes and toward empathy, understanding, and meaningful support. With the right approach, individuals can learn healthier ways to respond to these experiences and regain a greater sense of balance.

Eating disorders are rarely only about food or appearance. They are often connected to deeper emotional experiences such...
03/13/2026

Eating disorders are rarely only about food or appearance. They are often connected to deeper emotional experiences such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficulties with self-worth.

Understanding this helps shift the conversation from blame or misunderstanding toward compassion and comprehensive support. Healing involves looking at the whole person their emotions, experiences, and needs not just the behaviours seen on the surface.

We’re thrilled to welcome Darien, a Registered Psychologist, to our team at Stillar. 🤍Darien is a compassionate therapis...
03/12/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Darien, a Registered Psychologist, to our team at Stillar. 🤍

Darien is a compassionate therapist who creates a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change. She supports children, teens, and adults with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, addiction, perfectionism, OCD, life transitions, grief, trauma, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges. She also has a special focus on eating disorders, body image, and self-esteem.

Using an integrative, client-centered approach, Darien draws from EMDR, Emotion-Focused Therapy, DBT, CBT, and self-compassion-informed practices to tailor therapy to each person’s unique goals and needs.

She is deeply committed to honouring diversity and creating a non-judgmental environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

📅 Now accepting new clients!
Book through our website or email us for more info.

An anxious mind often holds on tightly, not because you’re overthinking, but because your brain is trying to protect you...
03/11/2026

An anxious mind often holds on tightly, not because you’re overthinking, but because your brain is trying to protect you. When uncertainty feels uncomfortable, the mind searches for answers, replaying situations in an effort to regain a sense of control or safety.

Understanding this process can help you respond with patience instead of self-criticism. With awareness and support, it becomes possible to gently shift from constant mental looping toward greater calm and emotional balance.

Trauma can shape thoughts, emotions, and reactions in ways that happen automatically, often without conscious choice. He...
03/09/2026

Trauma can shape thoughts, emotions, and reactions in ways that happen automatically, often without conscious choice. Healing is the gradual process of reconnecting with your sense of agency, learning that new responses, boundaries, and ways of relating are possible. Over time, healing allows you to move from survival-driven patterns toward choices that reflect safety, growth, and self-understanding.

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2715 Ellwood Drive SW
Edmonton, AB
T6X0P7

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 5pm - 7pm
Friday 9am - 8pm

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