Paterson Wellness

12/23/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday season of joy and wonder - and a bright and fulfilling New Year ahead.

11/25/2025

Do you have a project going live? Report cards due? End of year report behind schedule? Here is some information to help you stave off stress and burnout including a list of micro-steps you can take right now to lighten the load. Want to talk about it? Get in touch.

What is burnout?Burnout develops when ongoing pressure slowly drains our emotional and physical reserves. Most of us can manage occasional stress, but when demands remain high for too long, our energy, motivation, and sense of purpose begin to erode. We can start to feel resentful and overwhelmed, a...

11/04/2025

Burnout is showing up everywhere right now, and most people don’t realize the early signs until they’re already in survival mode. I put this short carousel together to explain what actually drives burnout and what small, realistic changes help you recover without stepping away from work. If any of this feels familiar, you’re not alone. PatersonWellness.com

10/16/2025

We’ve always known that spending time outdoors feels good - but research now shows it actually changes your brain, body, and mood. From lower stress hormones to stronger immune function, time in nature is one of the most effective forms of self-care available.

I wrote a new blog post about the science behind forest bathing and simple ways to bring more nature into your life - even if you live in the city.

You can read it here:

You’ve likely noticed your mood lift after a walk in nature. Most people I talk to list going for a walk as one of the first items on their self-care lists. There might be more to the magic of walks than just a change in scenery.Scientists have been studying what happens to our brains and bodies w...

09/16/2025

Feeling tired? Low? Foggy-brained? You’re not alone. I’m right there with you. This post is for those of us navigating perimenopause or menopause while also managing our work lives. It’s encouraging to see more conversation about this stage of life on social media and greater attention from health practitioners. But one piece that often gets overlooked is the impact on our mental health and that’s what I want to talk about here.

https://www.patersonwellness.com/post/perimenopause-menopause-and-work-finding-meaning-and-confidence

Struggling with stress, anxiety, workplace issues, life challenges— or just feeling stuck? Therapy provides a supportive space to gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward.

08/19/2025

I'm reposting this article as a few people have asked me about it recently. A while back I noticed a trend in mid to senior level women seeking therapy for stress related to bullying in the workplace. They told me that when they spoke to friends or family they found others experiencing the same issue. I researched it and found that the group that experiences the most bullying in the workplace is women over 40. If this is you, you don't need to do this alone. This type of stress can affect our judgment, our performance, and our lives outside of work. Talking with a therapist who understands workplace bullying, stress, and communication is a very supportive and effective way to take your power back and determine steps forward.

Workplace bullying doesn’t always look the way we expect. It’s not always loud, obvious, or coming from a manager. In fact, it often flies under the radar—especially when the person being bullied holds a senior position or is seen as successful, confident, or competent.If you’re a leader, ma...

08/12/2025

Check out the Summer News & Updates newsletter.

New mindfulness program added Why too much self-help might be hurting you How therapy can help after job loss Easier access to on-line sessions

07/21/2025

Life and work can be overwhelming. You don’t have to face it alone. Therapy offers a calm, supportive space to reduce struggle, gain clarity, and take meaningful steps forward.

Struggling with stress, anxiety, workplace issues, life challenges— or just feeling stuck? Therapy provides a supportive space to gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward.

07/16/2025

I’m seeing more and more people spending their time watching, listening to, or reading about how others live—often more than they spend living their own lives. Sometimes this spirals into chasing fixes to “be better,” which only fuels those unhelpful feelings of not being good enough. Break the cycle. Focus on what makes life meaningful for you. If you want to explore that together, reach out.

In a world flooded with podcasts, books, and TikTok gurus promising a better version of you, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind if you're not constantly optimizing every moment of your life. But here’s the paradox: the more self-help content we consume, the more anxious, inadequate, ...

07/04/2025

Losing a job — whether it comes suddenly through layoffs or slowly through burnout or career dissatisfaction — can be one of the most disorienting experiences a person goes through. The practical concerns are immediate: income, insurance, next steps. But underneath that often lies a quieter question: What now?

Losing a job — whether it comes suddenly through layoffs or slowly through burnout or career dissatisfaction — can be one of the most disorienting experiences a person goes through. The practical concerns are immediate: income, insurance, next steps. But underneath that often lies a quieter ques...

06/05/2025

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply worn out?

Whether you're navigating work stress, struggling with focus and motivation, or feeling the weight of it all—therapy can help you find balance, confidence, and calm.

I offer effective, down-to-earth psychotherapy for adults facing:
🧠 Mental health challenges
💼 Workplace stress or burnout
⚡ Adult ADHD

Sessions available online and in-person in Oakville (free parking, cozy space, great coffee).

Let’s work together to help you feel more in control—and more like yourself again.

👉 Learn more or book a consult: https://www.patersonwellness.com/

Effective online counselling for life and work. Specializing in workplace wellness and adult ADHD. I hope you get in touch.

05/29/2025

Check out my spring newsletter!

Online self-paced wellness courses are here When you're the one being bullied Meeting your therapist "in the wild" and more...