Welcome
Karen Kow’s Personal Message to YOU:
Warmest greetings!
It gives me great pleasure to personally welcome you to our official website!
Our professional interests focus around a holistic understanding of how and why human beings develop their perceptions of, and reactions to, themselves and others as they negotiate their paths throughout the lifespan. Our therapy focuses upon the cognitive, behavioural, emotional and spiritual issues which manifest as a result of pain/disease associated with any of the issues involved in a person’s life. Professionally and personally, we pursue a life-long development of self improvement and self awareness, as well as self monitoring and adjustment.
Our areas of expertise are:
Depression - A depressive disorder is an illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts. When a person has a depressive disorder, it interferes with daily life, normal functioning, and causes pain for both the person with the disorder and those who care about him or her. A depressive disorder is not the same as a passing blue mood. It is not a sign of personal weakness or a condition that can be willed or wished away. People with a depressive illness cannot merely “pull themselves together” and get better. Without treatment, symptoms can last for weeks, months, or years. Depression is a common but serious illness, and most people who experience it need treatment to get better. Appropriate treatment can help most people who suffer from depression.
Chronic stress - It can have devastating effects on your sleep, concentration, personal relationships, self image, and overall quality of life. Whether the cause if with your relationships (marriage, affairs, co-workers, children, partner, etc.), personal (spiritual and personal growth, moral dilemmas, mental or physical illness) or environmental, such as problems with work, housing, employment, or income, professional help can have a direct, positive effect on your ability to live your life more effectively.
Relationships - Feelings of incompetence, insecurities, loneliness, anger, resentment, despair and hopelessness can permeate your relationships where the pain of unresolved personal issues can result in repetitive, alienating thoughts and behaviours. Counselling can enhance the possibilities for real changes in your intimate relationships as well as your friend, family, and work related relationships.
Personal development - The most important and crucial thing you can do for yourself. Whether it is self esteem, self confidence, anger, grief, overcoming bad habits, weight loss or finding peace, these are not isolated issues. If you are suffering from any of these, it will surely affect your work productivity, intimate relationships, work related relationships and your physical and emotional health. In one phrase, “Change begins with yourself”.
Pain management - Migraines, headaches, back pains, muscle injury, stomach ulcers, chronic pain from illnesses, arthritis, and the like. With professional assistance, many of these pains can be managed or reduced by identifying the causes and modifying a simple routine in your lifestyle. Powerful mind techniques and effective on-the-spot relief techniques will also be shared.
We are more than a friend. We guide you professionally while walking with you on your journey towards recovery, hold your hand and lift you up during your times of need. We believe that you are independent and strong, but like everyone else, we all need a little help sometimes. The most important thing is to know that help is always available if you reach out for it!
Take good care and know that you are loved!
Karen Kow, D.Mpsy.