Welcome to The Centre Wellness Blog, where we provide insights and practical tips to help support and enhance your well-being journey.
Key Takeaways Table of Contents Introducing Gemma Sloan Gemma Sloan is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who brings a strong commitment to client-centred care, cultural awareness, and collaborative healing. She works with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and trauma, and has experience supporting clients impacted by marginalization or systemic barriers. Her work is grounded in […]

Key Takeaways Table of Contents Why Couples Seek Therapy Relationships are central to emotional well-being, and every partnership goes through seasons of change. Couples may seek therapy for many reasons, including communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, emotional distance, or stress from parenting, work, or life transitions (Gottman & Silver, 2015). Coming to couples therapy is a […]

Key Takeaways Table of Contents Reflecting on the Past Year The start of a new year invites both reflection and intention. At Centre Wellness, we encourage clients to view this time as an opportunity for compassionate self-review, without the pressure to achieve. Looking back on what brought meaning, connection, and challenge can gently inform how […]

The demands of policing extend far beyond your shift hours. The stress, irregular schedules, and emotional toll of your work don’t simply disappear when you arrive home. At Centre Wellness in Kingston, we regularly work with officers who struggle to balance their professional responsibilities with their roles as partners, parents, and family members. The Unique […]

As a law enforcement professional, you face unique challenges that few outside your profession truly understand. The cumulative stress of responding to traumatic events, from violent crimes and fatal accidents to child abuse cases and line-of-duty deaths, can take a significant toll on your mental and emotional wellbeing. At Centre Wellness in Kingston, we recognize […]

When stress and anxiety build up, having a mental sanctuary you can retreat to can provide immediate relief. At Centre Wellness, we often incorporate visualization techniques into our therapy for anxiety and therapy for PTSD in our Kingston practice. Beach visualizations are particularly effective for many people because they combine multiple soothing elements—the rhythmic sound […]

When someone asks you, “What do you do?”, how do you respond? If your immediate and only answer is “I’m a police officer,” you’re not alone. The badge becomes more than a profession for many in law enforcement; it becomes a central part of your identity. At Centre Wellness in Kingston, we work with many […]

We are thrilled to announce something new at Centre Wellness — the launch of our Extended Wellness Program, a complimentary after-care service designed just for our clients. The Extended Wellness Program provides intentional, time-limited check-ins after therapy ends, helping you maintain progress, celebrate growth, and stay connected to your wellness journey. Best of all — […]

Finding the right psychotherapist can feel daunting, which is why we have been diligent in selecting only the most experienced and qualified clinicians for our team. We are thrilled to announce the addition of Allyson Coogan to Centre Wellness, our newest psychotherapist, who brings both expertise and heart to her practice. A Foundation Built on […]

In today’s high-pressure world, anxiety and stress have become common challenges for many of our clients at Centre Wellness in Kingston. As experienced psychotherapists and psychologists, we’ve found that one of the most accessible and effective tools for managing anxiety lies right beneath our awareness: our breath. This guide explores how mindful breathing can complement […]
