<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Charron Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charron Therapy]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:18:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.charrontherapy.com/fr/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Prise de notes par l’IA en psychothérapie : ce que c’est et comment elle est utilisée]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vous avez peut-être entendu dire que certain(e)s thérapeutes commencent à utiliser des outils de prise de notes assistés par l’IA (aussi appelés scribes IA) pour les aider à rédiger leurs notes de séance. Cet article explique ce que cela signifie, pourquoi ces outils sont utilisés, comment votre vie privée est protégée et ce que vous pouvez faire si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations. Qu’est-ce que la prise de notes par l’IA? Les outils de prise de notes par l’IA utilisent...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/fr/post/prise-de-notes-par-l-ia-en-psychoth%C3%A9rapie-ce-que-c-est-et-comment-elle-est-utilis%C3%A9e</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8601d057720c802c161832</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:20:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_7d90c148970f42d2b4427ab54c7a8786~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[La honte]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vous arrive-t-il de vous sentir fondamentalement « imparfait(e) »? Vous arrive-t-il de vous blâmer pour vos problèmes parce que vous avez l’impression que c’est vous qui n’est pas assez bon(ne)? Est-ce que vous vous empêchez d’avancer parce que vous avez l’impression de ne pas être à la hauteur ou de ne pas mériter certaines choses? Si vous avez régulièrement ce genre de pensées ou des pensées similaires, il est possible que vous soyez aux prises avec un sentiment de honte. Est-ce que c’est...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/fr/post/la-honte</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a86015e6c395e7dcc39515e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:19:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_2a55fdcdab4e4e9aa893887b5612bebf~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[L’anxiété en thérapie]]></title><description><![CDATA[L’anxiété est l’une des raisons les plus fréquentes pour lesquelles les enfants, les adolescent(e)s et les adultes consultent en psychothérapie. Certaines personnes décrivent des pensées qui défilent sans arrêt ou des inquiétudes constantes; d’autres ressentent l’anxiété davantage dans leur corps — une sensation de serrement à la poitrine, des maux d’estomac ou de la difficulté à se détendre. Peu importe la façon dont elle se manifeste, l’anxiété laisse souvent les personnes déconnectées de...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/fr/post/l-anxi%C3%A9t%C3%A9-en-th%C3%A9rapie</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a860110c6c8f2fd385eccc2</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:17:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/599d5afdcec7458e9a131b2189cfd232.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is Art Therapy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Samantha (Sami) Simms, RP (Qualifying) What is art therapy?  Art therapy combines the creative process with psychotherapy to support wellbeing. Using arts-based methods as part of the therapeutic process - thoughts, feelings and  experiences can be explored, expressed, and understood in a way that may otherwise feel  difficult to articulate. Art therapists are trained professionals with expertise in counseling  psychology and fine arts achieved through graduate level education. Through the...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-is-art-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994690</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:45:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_fa84c6ea9fd045d092a3e1e969169d2c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caught in the Loop: What Burnout, Anxiety, and Perfectionism Have in Common]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gwen Preston, Registered Psychotherapist You’re pushing through your day, doing everything “right”—checking the boxes, meeting the deadlines, keeping up appearances. But underneath the surface, there’s a churn: constant tension, a racing mind, maybe even a sense of dread that you can’t quite explain. Is it anxiety? Burnout? Perfectionism? Sometimes it feels like all three, tangled together. And that’s not a coincidence. These experiences often travel in a tight-knit loop, each feeding the...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/caught-in-the-loop-what-burnout-anxiety-and-perfectionism-have-in-common</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:05:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f4a2eb10b3154a8a8c1bcda2e37e94c0.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maybe It’s Burnout, Maybe It’s Perfectionism!]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gwen Preston, Registered Psychotherapist  You’re exhausted, but you can’t rest. The to-do list never ends, but even when you get through it, it doesn’t feel like enough. You’re juggling work, relationships, personal growth, maybe parenting, maybe caregiving. And underneath it all, there’s this quiet but constant hum: I should be doing better. That kind of pressure wears us down. And it can be hard to tell; am I just burned out? Or is this something deeper? Maybe perfectionism? The truth...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/maybe-it-s-burnout-maybe-it-s-perfectionism</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:43:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_987ee317498e45f99a1d32552d7c5472~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Our New Child &#38; Youth Therapist: Samantha “Sami” Simms Offers Creative, Inclusive, Empowering Support.]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Charron Psychotherapy Services, we are deeply committed to expanding access to thoughtful, evidence-informed care for children, youth, and families in our community. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Samantha “Sami” Simms, RP (Qualifying); our newest therapist with a passion for working with young clients through creative, strengths-based approaches. Sami brings a warm presence, a neuro-affirming lens, and a belief that every child and teen has the potential to grow and thrive when...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/meet-our-new-child-youth-therapist-samantha-sami-simms-offers-creative-inclusive-empowering-s</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 15:50:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_faf763fb00b84897a22447f92e9fc294~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcoming Our New Intern Therapist: Accessible, Compassionate Care in Orléans]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Charron Psychotherapy Services, we believe that quality mental health care should be accessible, affirming, and grounded in genuine human connection. We’re excited to welcome Amy Wack, our newest intern therapist, to the team. Amy is now accepting clients and offers sliding scale rates, helping reduce financial barriers to therapy. Meet Amy Wack Amy Wack is a student intern joining us from Saint Paul University for the practicum component of her Masters of Arts in Counselling and...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/welcoming-our-new-intern-therapist-accessible-compassionate-care-in-orl%C3%A9ans</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199467e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:38:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_89d9c39fa5c14fda9540030671cddcfb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let Your Heart Be Light: Gentle Holiday Wellness Tips]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP Wellness Over the Holidays The holidays can be beautiful, meaningful, and comforting, but also stressful, busy, and emotionally complicated. For many of us, this season brings a mix of excitement and pressure. There are expectations around family, food, gifts, finances, social events, and even how we’re “supposed” to feel. And when you’re already tired, overwhelmed, or navigating difficult relationships or emotions, the holidays can feel like a lot. Wellness at this time...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/let-your-heart-be-light-gentle-holiday-wellness-tips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199467d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:12:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_2860ef90487f440bbdafde12434cb331~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Going to Therapy for Anxiety.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written by Sofie Charron, RP of Charron Psychotherapy Services - Serving Orleans, Ottawa, and across Ontario through virtual and in-person psychotherapy. Anxiety is one of the most common reasons children, teens and adults seek psychotherapy. Some describe racing thoughts or constant worry; others feel it more physically - a tight chest, upset stomach, or difficulty relaxing. No matter how it shows up, anxiety often leaves people feeling disconnected from the life they want to live. Therapy...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/going-to-therapy-for-anxiety</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468c</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:21:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e0e488fa69824c65a6209d6bbf8aff7e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How PMVC Brings Psychiatrists and Therapists Together to Streamline Mental Health Care.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Navigating mental health care can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re working with different professionals. That’s where the PMVC model comes in - a collaborative approach that brings psychiatrists, therapists, and primary care providers together to make your mental health journey smoother and more effective. What is PMVC? PMVC is a Canadian-platform service that enables your therapist to bring a psychiatrist into your circle of care - without having you feel handed off or...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/how-pmvc-brings-psychiatrists-and-therapists-together-to-streamline-mental-health-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199467c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:19:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_57f9528056254cecb0ad140bf450b3ae~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_318,h_159,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI Note-Taking in Psychotherapy: What it is, and How it's Used.]]></title><description><![CDATA[You may have heard that some therapists are starting to use AI note-taking tools  (also called AI scribes ) to help with their session...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/ai-note-taking-in-psychotherapy-what-it-is-and-how-it-s-used</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199467b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:24:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_025875b5e6874edea6a61c75ce2ebcad~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shame.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shame can leave us feeling unworthy and defective, with the urge to withdraw or hide. Do you ever feel fundamentally flawed? Do you blame...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/shame</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 17:45:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_c0e5e7af92ab475eb5f03b1e479f7418~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Therapist is Reading - Part 5: Personal Growth.]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP The Dark Side of Light Chasers by Debbie Ford Admittedly, it has been a while since I've read this one! Debbie Ford...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-your-therapist-is-reading-part-5-personal-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199468a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:24:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1e747f2557f8416aac002e30bcc62ba6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Therapist is Reading - Part 4: Relationships.]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP Of all the reasons people come to therapy, relationship issues certainly is a popular one. While relationships can...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-your-therapist-is-reading-part-4-relationships</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e0199467a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 18:44:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_6ad4a5f1462d4cc1bd8b54bc78132c41~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Therapist is Reading - Part 3: Emotions.]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP Would it even be therapy if your therapist didn't ask "and how does that make you feel?" at least once  during the...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-your-therapist-is-reading-part-3-emotions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994689</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 14:34:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_fe2f21c1080844b5b16dfcd8a6ed826d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Therapist is Reading: Part 2 - Parenting.]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP Without a doubt, parenting is one of the most challenging endeavors a person can experience. While many describe it...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-your-therapist-is-reading-part-2-parenting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994688</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:19:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_a79f41235d854105bf7da805d693cc92~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Therapist is Reading - Part 1: Mindfulness. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sofie Charron, RP "Are there any books I should be reading!?" As a therapist, I've been asked this question a lot ! When folks are...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/what-your-therapist-read-part-1-mindfulness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994679</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:18:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3dae505ea1d7d6a6c08d90db701c1655.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_791,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Associate Therapist Alycia Hunte, RP Featured in an Article from The Registrar Magazine!]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are so proud of Alycia and her latest feature in The Registrar Magazine! Follow the hyperlink to view the full article, From RECE to...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/associate-therapist-alycia-hunte-rp-featured-in-an-article-from-the-registrar-magazine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994687</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 15:08:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_d3337c88488b46738688f164fff8b61f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_611,h_396,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mindful Yoga-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (MYACT) Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is MYACT, you ask? Mindful Yoga-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy was designed by Timothy Gordon, MSW, Jessica Borushok, PhD...]]></description><link>https://www.charrontherapy.com/post/mindful-yoga-based-acceptance-and-commitment-therapy-myact-group</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fb8ff5485d89e01994686</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f127c4_88f2db6ecd424b6aa1f83db66d5e10e8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sofie Charron</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>