Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are looking for someone who truly understands trauma informed care. Not every mental health professional is trained to support clients with past trauma in a safe and empowering way. Asking the right questions before you commit can help you choose someone who will foster healing…
James Kotler
Educators today face classrooms filled with diverse experiences and challenges. Among these, trauma plays a significant role in shaping how students learn and behave. Trauma informed educational practices offer a powerful framework to create safer, more supportive learning environments. If you’re new to this approach, this beginner’s guide will help you understand what it means,…
Parents across Alberta face a challenging question daily: Is their child's behavior typical for their age, or does it signal something more serious? With approximately 28,000 children and youth waiting for mental health treatment in Ontario alone, understanding when to seek therapy for a child has become increasingly important for families navigating developmental challenges.
The…
What happens when a child walks into a classroom carrying more than just a backpack?
I've been thinking about this question a lot lately. Last week, I watched ten-year-old Sarah stare blankly at her math worksheet for twenty minutes straight. Bright kid. Always has been. But something's changed this year, and it's not the fractions…
At Changes For Hope, we understand that mental health support should be accessible and adaptable to your life. Whether you’re navigating personal growth, trauma, or everyday stress, choosing the right therapy format is key. If you’re unsure whether to go virtual or face-to-face, this blog is for you.
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Burnout is more than just feeling tired. It’s a full-body, full-mind exhaustion that can make even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming. Whether you're juggling work, parenting, or other responsibilities, burnout can creep in and steal your energy, focus, and motivation. If you’ve been feeling “off” for a while, it might be time to look at…
Mental health counseling is a professional service that helps individuals manage emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. It offers a safe and supportive environment to explore your thoughts, gain self-awareness, and learn coping strategies for life's difficulties. Whether you're going through a stressful period or living with a mental health condition, counseling provides the tools and…
Across Alberta, many young people face challenges that extend far beyond their years. From family instability to trauma and systemic gaps in care, these youth need more than temporary solutions.
They need consistency, understanding, and a place to grow. Changes for Hope has emerged as a trusted leader in youth care services in Alberta,…
Transitioning into adulthood can be overwhelming, especially for youth who have grown up without stable homes or consistent support. Our SIL Program in Alberta is designed to bridge that gap, offering young people the guidance, tools, and resources they need to become self-reliant.
What Is the SIL Program in Alberta?
The Supported Independent Living (SIL)…
Life gets overwhelming sometimes. Whether you’re juggling school, work, relationships, or healing from past experiences, your mental health can take a hit without you even realizing it.
This blog is for anyone who’s felt a little “off” lately—especially teens, young adults, caregivers, or anyone trying to build a healthier headspace. These aren’t generic tips you’ll…
If you’re a young person carrying invisible wounds from the past—or a caregiver trying to support someone through those wounds—this is for you.
Healing from childhood trauma doesn’t happen overnight. It’s not about pretending everything’s fine. It’s about finding small ways, every day, to feel safer, more understood, and less alone.
Let’s walk through this—step…
Family—our first home, our first team, and often our first heartbreak. When family issues come up—conflict, grief, misunderstanding—it can shake you to your core. You may wonder: How do we grow closer instead of drifting apart? How do we survive this together?
This guide walks you through what family issues mean, how therapy and intentional…