by Dr. Nicole Issa | Jan 19, 2026
Burnout is no longer a personal problem…it’s a leadership issue. As we move into 2026, a lot of organisations are still carrying the after-effects of constant change, high workloads, blurred boundaries, and economical uncertainty. Teams may look functional on the...
by Dr. Nicole Issa | Jan 12, 2026
It’s not always in January, but we see similar patterns in the therapy room where alcohol is concerned. Some people come in feeling proud they “made it through” Dry January but there’s an uneasiness. They’re often worried about what happens next because they don’t...
by Dr. Nicole Issa | Jan 5, 2026
Set Goals to Ease Anxiety and Lift Your Mood The start of a new year often brings mixed emotions. For some, it feels hopeful and motivating but for others, it can be filled with anxiety and self-doubt. The pressure to “do better this year” can feel like the world on...
by Dr. Nicole Issa | Dec 22, 2025
As the temperatures drop, a lot of people notice a shift in their emotional wellbeing. Winter can be a beautiful season with cozy evenings, festive lights, and time spent indoors with loved ones. But for some, it also brings low mood, irritability, anxiety, and lack...
by Dr. Nicole Issa | Dec 8, 2025
Expectations are a natural part of relationships. Families have them, workplaces rely on them, and society uses them to define what “success” or “normal” looks like. But when someone feels more responsible for meeting other people’s expectations than honoring their...
by Dr. Nicole Issa | Nov 29, 2025
For those with a hectic lifestyle the notion of “just catching up on sleep later” can become a pattern of thought rather than a back-up plan. Yet the cost of repeated or chronic poor sleep is more than simply feeling tired the next day. It has real consequences for...
