A hangover is a time marked by withdrawal. what does this mean for us socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, occupationally, and spiritually? Tara Boothby is a Registered Psychologist in the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia.
EMDR: explained.
Have you heard of EMDR? It is a very effective mental health therapy that is commonly used and commonly referred for. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a great power therapy that is hard to explain and that is awesome to experience. Listen in as Alberta Psychologists Tara Boothby and Jaryn Weir talk through how […]
The Naked Pastor.
The Naked Pastor: Inclusion & Our Common Humanity, Being Loving. David Hayward and Tara Boothby come together in this video to discuss their shared love for people and how they have learned to see people with their “magic eyes”. This video offers a lot of insight, challenge and questions for our experiences of spirituality, mental […]
Contentment & Contemplation.
This is a great conversation and well worth the hour listen! Tara Boothby and Tony Zerbin are two Alberta Psychologist and long time friends. Listen in as they discuss the value and how-to of practicing contemplation. As well as how contemplation links to contentment and then how to increase our experience of contentment. This is […]
Self-Care: Is It Good, Bad or a Past Trend?
We are heading into Alberta Summer and many people feel a new lease on life. The past 2 years of uncertainty and fear for safety have taken their toll on all of us no matter our beliefs. And, now many people are faced with the process of moving forward into some of the old good […]
Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Emotionally Focused Therapy For You, Your Marriage, & Your Family. Are you looking for therapy for yourself, your marriage, or your family? Have you considered Emotionally Focused Therapy? If you are curious about attachment focused therapy, then this video is for you! Listen in as Tara Boothby, Registered Psychologist and Certified Emotionally Focused Therapists and […]
A Calm Place.
A Calm Place: Visualization For Times of Difficulty. This is a simple little relaxation video Psychologist Tara Boothby shot on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A Calm Place is a technique we use for times of anxiety, panic, flooded emotion, and something that is almost always used with trauma therapy. Take a listen and soak in […]
2 Years Of Isolation.
It has been a long couple years of shutdowns, limited relationships, working from home, no gyms, no clubs, etc. etc. And for most of us we have been gradually returning to a lifestyle that has some of our old trends. But we have all been impacted by the Pandemic and isolation crisis. Listen in as […]
Shame & God & Love.
Shame & God & Love: Shame Series Part 4. This is the 4th part of our Shame Series where Tara Boothby and Tony Zerbin explore the complexities of this topic. In this video we will discuss: • Shame and Religion. • Spiritual Abuse. • Is God Violent? • Violence and Shame. • Loving and Unloving […]
Shame, Love & Trauma.
Shame Series Part 3: Shame, Love & Trauma. In this conversation we notice how shame and trauma are connected. And how love and violence are key. Love is a healing force where as violence is unloving and fuels both trauma and shame. This is the third video where Tara & Tony explore Shame. To keep […]
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst: Story Time With Dr. Megan. Listen and watch as Dr. Megan Just-Mancini reads this adorable and attachment focused children’s story. This is a great story to help when separation anxiety flares up.
Separation Anxiety & Parenting.
One of the most common trends in mental health these days is anxiety. young and old people are feeling increased sense of worry and struggle. With children separation anxiety, social anxiety and co-sleeping are common during times of distress. But what should we do? Dr. Ellis Chan makes a visit back to the Sojourn Office […]
Attachment Theory: Who, What, When, Where, Why & How?
There is so much to this love science stuff! After all, all of us are people and all of us have families, have had previous experience with attachment figures, and have had good and bad experiences with people throughout our lives. Listen in as Dr. Megan Just-Mancini and Tara Boothby talk Attachment theory.
Compulsive Behaviors: Self-Harm & Addictions.
In this video Tara Boothby and Lisa Rowbottom talk about two hot topics: Self-Harm and Addictions, both of which can fit into the continuum of Compulsive Behaviors.
Attachment & Emotion & Couples Therapy.
Katherine Moore & Tara Boothby are both Emotionally Focused Therapists, and psychologist They have discussed couples therapy and how to work with emotion, conflict & attachment in adult love relationships for many years together. This is a helpful video for couples who are wondering what the goal of good therapy may be. As well, this […]
Father Kenneth Tanner: Trauma & War & Love
How To Talk To Teens (& everyone) About Trauma & War & Love With Father Kenneth Tanner. One of the great features of relationships with young people is their boldness in asking question, especially hard questions about grey areas of life. Listen in as Father Kenneth Tanner and Tara Boothby discuss what works for them […]
Emotion Is Motion.
ur bodies are beautifully designed. Our thoughts and feelings and beliefs all have intricate value. Have you ever wondering what is the purpose of our emotions? Listen in and learn about the motion of emotions. This is a collaboration of our supervision group with Tara Boothby and Tony Zerbin, Jaryn Weir, and Kayla Shackleton. we […]
Understanding The Uncomfortable: Shame Series Part II.
In this video Tony Zerbin and Tara Boothby continue their conversation about how our bodies experience shame. www.sojo.ca
What We Want Our Clients To Know.
You LOVE your people and so will we! Do you ever wonder what your psychologist might think about you and your therapy? Listen in and find out. Sojourn Psychology works best as a team, and here, a few of us have gotten together to share different perspectives on what we think and feel and believe […]
Labels: Understanding Mental Health.
Today Lisa and Tara talk through some signs and descriptions of some of the most common mental health labels: ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, Anxiety Attacks vs. Panic Attacks, and more. There is a lot of awesome information coming your way in this video! Lisa has a few more Mental Health Hot Topics planned […]
Is Shame Really Bad For Us? Really?!
Shame Series Part One. Tony Zerbin and Tara Boothby are at it again! In this video we set off to discuss how shame is not always such a bad thing. This should sound very strange so you will have to listen in to be challenged and encouraged.
Being Ty Jordan: Interview.
This is a great easy listen. Ty Jordan is a local Edmonton radio host on Virgin Radio 104.9. In this chat he keeps things simple and encouraging. Talking about his radio journey, himself, and why he advocates for mental health. What to do for Bell Let’s Talk? Simple! On January 26th use the hash tag […]
Coping With Big Feelings.
Join us, all 4 of us, for this epic vlog. Tony Zerbin, Kayla Shackleton, Jaryn Weir and Tara Boothby talk about the function and importance of emotions and different views on what to do with our feelings. Link to article: http://www.breakthroughpsychologyprogram.com/body-and-emotion-heat-map-for-depression-and-anxiety.html We love our Sojourn Psychology Team!
2022 or 2020 Too?
Hey all, The VLOG is back for 2022! We took a bit of an unannounced break over Christmas and into the beginning of the New Year. Listen in to find out about why I, Tara Boothby, took some time away. Also, we have some changes going on with our VLOG and other social media. If […]
Holiday Tips 2022.
Registered Psychologists Ellis Chan and Tara Boothby talk coping with loneliness as we approach COVID Christmas 2.0. Listen in for some good CBT, a couple laughs, and simple suggestions. Let’s Talk more strategies for coping with social pressure and isolation.