The Sana Psychological Podcast

Financial hygiene is more than about managing money effectively. It's about the underlying emotions, history, messaging and trauma that we may carry related to this relationship. In this episode, experienced psychologist Paige Abbott talks about how to gently shift our relationship with money and finances while uncovering the history there that may be keeping us anxious, worried, or stuck.

Do you sleep okay but still wake up feeling drained and tired? Do you experience a fairly constant state of exhaustion? Maybe this is about more than sleep and being tired. In this episode, Paige Abbott, an experienced therapist, talks about how to more deeply rest and support our minds and bodies with some surprising tips and tricks that sound too easy and simple to be helpful-but are!

This episode delves into all-or-nothing thinking and behaviour, where it can come from, and how to move forward with more balance and self-compassion. Registered Psychologist and experienced therapist Paige Abbott explores a topic that has been near and dear to her heart for years as she has witnessed so many people's journey of change in this area. If you are navigating this and/or have anxiety, depression, addiction, perfectionism or other mental health conditions, this episode is recommended for you.

In this episode an experienced therapist tackles the controversial question of whether everyone needs therapy. The answer and reasoning behind this may surprise you... Tune in for an episode filled with mental health tools and tips that can support you on your journey, whether you're in therapy or not.

In this podcast episode, led by Paige Abbott, an experienced therapist and expert on addiction, boundaries, and codependency, we explore the topic of how to be a healthy support person rather than a rescuer or fixer. This episode explores the essential elements of offering healthy support to others and when we are overstepping into control. If you are concerned about a loved one, struggling with how to help, and/or feeling guilty about your own boundaries and mental health care then this episode is well-suited for you.

This episode is for people who are currently in therapy or wondering about the therapeutic process and how it helps. If you are feeling stuck or that you aren't making the progress you would hope, Paige Abbott, an experienced therapist, talks about what might be feeding into this and how to gently move into more active change.

If you are new to therapy, returning to therapy after time away, or transitioning to a new therapist, this episode covers some of the topics you may be wondering about. That includes what to generally expect from a first therapy session, how and if to prepare, and how to take care of yourself before, during and after that appointment.

If you are new to therapy or looking for a therapist, this episode offers you some valuable questions and considerations to keep in mind, as well as how to narrow down your search. With a lot of therapists to choose from in most areas, we know it can be overwhelming to find a best fit person and want to help you in that process. Stay tuned for other upcoming episodes that take you through the therapy process and how to navigate this informed and empowered.

This episode is made for families looking at how to best support themselves and each other during the back to school transition. Long-time therapist, Paige Abbott, talks about what makes the transition hard for children and parents as well as strategies to set-up the transition logistically and emotionally.

If your internal voice tends to be harsh, critical, and judgmental than this episode will be a helpful listen. Paige Abbott, a seasoned therapist, talks about how we can move towards being kinder and more self-compassionate and specific tools and strategies to support this.