Dr. Bea Mackay is a Registered Psychologist with over 28 years
experience in counselling, training, teaching, and supervision.
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Latest Posts from the Blog
Shift from Emotionally Surviving to Thriving in 3 Easy Steps
By Bea Mackay, Ph. D. How do you react to emotional discomfort or anticipated trauma? Do you fight? Do you leave the space (take flight)? Do you
Three Ways to Get More Bang for Your Therapy Buck!
Productive therapeutic experiences are an excellent way to invest in yourself. Effective therapy can save you thousands of dollars and
When Should You Go to Therapy?
When Should You Go to Therapy? When you don’t have problems, and you want to prevent them (preventive action). When you think about going.
The Best Way to Win in Life is to Let Go of the Outcome
January 29, 2017, Roger Federer lifted his 18th Grand Slam Trophy at the conclusion of the Australian Open Tennis Tournament. He is a great champion
It’s okay to be angry. It’s what you say and do when you’re angry that matters.
Scenario: Jack was furious at his boss for undermining his authority yet again. He wanted to quit! He felt powerless. He met with a business
This is WORLD WAR III
Albert Einstein is often quoted as having said: “I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought
It is healthy to channel your anger in constructive and productive ways.
Anger Is Energy Anger expressed positively can convince a lover or child that he or she is loved. It can help you get a job done when you’re
The Power of Connection Is Born
On January 6, 2020, the Iranian general was assassinated. Does anyone remember this? I am on a global internet LISTSERV with my colleagues
Why People Explode in Anger
Scenario: Mary sighed. She’d blown her top—again. After the last time, she’d promised herself that she would not do it anymore, but she’d
Writing Retreat in Montreal
This time last year, I took time off from seeing clients and went on a writing retreat. I wanted to fully immerse myself in my writing and felt I
Sooner Rather Than Later: An Exercise to Assist Couples to Effectively Resolve Problems
Every couple needs to develop a good working relationship that enables them to resolve differences and solve problems. Some couples do this well
Anger is Typically a Secondary Feeling
Scenario: James watched as his son, a talented goalie, let in a goal that lost the game. Exasperated, he let out a cry of disgust. After the game,
