Finding Career Clarity Through Intuition and Inner Alignment

By Laura Cohen / December 1, 2025

So many people come to me feeling overwhelmed and lost, not because they lack skills or ambition, but because something deeper feels “off.” Maybe your career no longer matches who you’re becoming. Maybe you’re craving more meaning, more creativity, or simply more peace. Inevitably, when your inner world shifts, your work life often needs to…

On Being a Therapist

By Laura Cohen / May 27, 2025

When people find out I’m a counselling therapist, the first thing they often ask is, “Isn’t that… heavy?” And yes—it can be. You’re sitting with people’s pain, trauma, grief, and confusion. But for me, it’s also very rewarding. For those curious about psychology, this is my ode to a field I’m deeply passionate about and…

Counselling as both an Art and a Science

By Laura Cohen / February 7, 2025

Counselling is a deeply personal and transformative journey, one that blends established theories with intuitive approaches to foster growth. While I specialize in both career counselling and personal therapy, my approach integrates a wide range of therapeutic techniques—scientific, creative, and intuitive. By combining evidence-based frameworks with artistic and holistic methods, I create a space where…

Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Adventure: Highlights from 2024

By Laura Cohen / January 17, 2025

As we step into 2025, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the journey that was 2024. It was a year filled with personal and professional growth, opportunities, and meaningful experiences that deepened my passion for counselling, career counselling, and personal development. One highlight was being featured on This Hour Has 22 Minutes, where I…

Why I Love Self-Employment with a Capital “L”

By Laura Cohen / October 18, 2024

Let’s talk about self-employment and why I love working for myself. Many clients with salaries often ask, “How do you do it without benefits?” or “How do you manage without a pension or regular paychecks?” Running a business can seem scary! My answer? It doesn’t have to be scary. It’s all about a mindset shift.…

Tax-Free Therapy is here!

By Laura Cohen / July 6, 2024

Hello everyone, I have some wonderful news to share! Thanks to the passing of Bill C-59 on June 20th, 2024, the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) has been removed for all services provided by Registered Counselling Therapists and other regulated counsellors/psychotherapists in Canada. This is a step forward in making therapy more accessible and affordable for…

Decolonizing Your Workplace Mindset

By Laura Cohen / May 14, 2024

Hey, let’s talk about reshaping how we think at work. I often hear my clients express being unhappy at work because their basic work needs aren’t being considered like having little support, or they feel their values of work-life balance are not aligned, leaving them feeling “not enough” or siloed as a cog in the…

De-Stress Your Career with Polyvagal Wisdom

By Laura Cohen / March 19, 2024

Ever felt your heart race during a big presentation or your stomach churn before a meeting? That’s your body’s autonomic nervous system, always on the lookout for threats. Polyvagal Theory, a concept by Stephen Porges, dives into this, explaining how we react to stress and danger. It’s like having an internal radar, picking up on…

Navigate Job Transitions with Grace: Tips for Closure and Moving Forward

By Laura Cohen / January 2, 2024

Navigating the end of a job is like untangling a complex knot—it can be disorienting and emotional. Work is more than just a paycheck; it’s intertwined with our identity and self-esteem. Whether leaving due to a toxic environment or bidding farewell to a beloved workplace, it’s natural to feel a sense of loss. Reflecting on…

5 Personality Traits that Contribute to Burnout

By Laura Cohen / December 6, 2023

Burnout is the #1 reason employees go on short-term disability. A lot of my clients who experience chronic burnout carry certain personality traits that contribute to poor mental health. Usually there are other factors at play that contribute to burnout including work-related circumstances (ie. lack of support, unclear job expectations) and lifestyle (ie. lack of…