Author: mariaschmid

During this time of Remembrance, I reflect on the remarkable clients who I have worked with that have recently arrived in Canada […]

Introducing these simple strategies for success to help you achieve more and be a happier and healthier individual. AVOID                                                                   Sugar – Get […]

THE PODCAST WHERE TWO PEOPLE PURSUE AND TRY TO SUCCUMB TO LOVE. Jenn and Kyle bring on registered psychologist Maria Schmid to […]

Life is always changing, however we are attuned now more than ever to experiences of uncertainty and upheaval both personally and collectively.  […]

Image. Identity. Integrity.  Consider for a moment what these mean to you. For us therapists, these are among the most important themes […]

It really comes down to this.  Chemical responses in our brains make us more able or less able to handle life well.  […]

Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, Doxy.me (what I use for my practice); these video conferencing platforms have become ubiquitous for a large portion […]

For all of you who know my rule of the ‘no four letter words allowed’ when responding to the question, “How are […]

For those interested, I was recently quoted in a Today’s Parent magazine article by Sky England titled: I’m done having kids. Why […]

The Great Masker & Magnifier: Reflection is a powerful practice to better know yourself and what matters in your life.  In this […]