Evidence-based insights on psychology, mental health, and peak performance — written by Dr. Michelle Kincade, Ph.D., registered psychologist in Calgary.
From Dr. Kincade
The cost of a psychoeducational assessment can feel overwhelming — but some Alberta post-secondary students may be eligible for financial assistance to help offset the cost.
Read Article About PsychologyA plain-language breakdown of who does what, what the key differences are, and how to figure out who is the right fit for you in Alberta.
Read Article AnxietyAlmost everyone experiences anxiety. But for many adults, it goes well beyond the occasional worry — and it deserves to be taken seriously.
Read Article TherapyBoth are evidence-based and highly effective. Understanding the difference helps you make sense of the therapy you are doing — or why your psychologist draws on both.
Read Article DepressionDepression is one of the most common and most misunderstood conditions in psychology. It does not always look like sadness — here is what to watch for.
Read Article Finding HelpFinding the right person matters. Here is what to look for, and what to ask, before committing to working with someone in Calgary or Alberta.
Read Article ADHDFor many adults, the realization they might have ADHD comes as a surprise — and often a profound relief. Learn why it is so often missed until adulthood.
Read Article AssessmentAssessments are not just for children. Learn what a comprehensive adult assessment involves, what it can identify, and what happens after.
Read Article Women’s HealthAnxiety, mood changes, and cognitive fog during perimenopause are real and significant — yet still remarkably underacknowledged in both medical and mental health settings.
Read Article Women’s HealthWomen are diagnosed with anxiety at roughly twice the rate of men. This reflects a genuinely more complex interplay of factors that shape how anxiety develops in women.
Read Article Performance PsychologyYou have prepared. You are capable. And then, in the moment that matters most, something shifts. Here is why it happens — and what actually helps.
Read Article NeuroscienceWhat actually happens in the brain when performance is on the line? Dr. Kincade — PhD clinical psychologist and neuroscientist — explains the science.
Read Article TechnologyFor some people, the relationship with technology has moved beyond a bad habit into territory that is genuinely difficult to control. Here is how to tell.
Read Article Women’s HealthThe psychological and emotional dimensions of menopause can be just as disruptive as physical symptoms — and for many women, far more distressing.
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