Blog - Pear Tree Family Therapy, Winnipeg

Tool #11: The Parka of Feeling Wisely

When we feel wisely, big emotions don’t make us their lunch.

Ten Year Anniversary!

October 16th, 2025 marked my ten year anniversary as a Marriage and Family Therapist. It's surprising how much things change and how much they stay the same. I think (and hope) I'm ten years wiser. (The jury might still be out on that.) I do know for certain that from...

Are You Un-Communicating Too Much?

Are you un-communicating? And, if so, what do you think about adding a little more warmth or curiosity to your interactions?

Tool #10: The Pie Chart of Balanced Communication (pt. 1)

Balanced communication makes room for what keeps us alive (“Buy groceries”) as well as all the things that make us human.

Tool # 9: The Alarm Clock of Guilt: Let it Wake You Up (so you can turn it off)

Swap out guilt with action and a lot of gratitude.

Using the Toolbox: When I’m Criticized Online

A key part of my process of dealing with struggles, all struggles, is to nurture my connection with others. To care for others. To allow others to care for me.

Draw for “The Tools” Webpage! (or get your kids to on a rainy afternoon)

Hey Artists and Makers, Do you like to draw or paint? Do you have an image in your head of "The Bird Feeder of Grace"? Or "The Back Pocket of Knowledge"? How about "The Cradle of Compassion"? If so - or if you think others you know might -...

The Cradle of Compassion Pt. 2

Compassion is like holding a baby. You don’t always need to feel compassionate, but nothing feels as good as holding a baby when we know we don’t always need to hold the baby!