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Therapy for Boundaries | Laval, QC Boundaries are often misunderstood. Many people worry that setting limits will push others away or damage relationships. In reality, boundaries are not about rejection, they are about regulation. They help you manage your energy, protect your well-being, and create healthier, more sustainable connections with others. Understanding Boundaries as Emotional Regulation At their core, boundaries are a form of self-regulation. They allow you to re

Burnout often feels like a loud crash, but for many high achievers, it happens quietly. They push through exhaustion and stress, hiding their struggles behind success and productivity. This silent burnout can be hard to recognize. Understanding Silent Burnout in High Achievers High achievers often set high standards for themselves and work tirelessly to meet them. They may excel in their careers, education, or personal goals, but this drive can come at a cost. Silent burnout

A gentle, grounded Alcove-style guide for the mind that will not quiet down Many people think burnout looks like collapsing or crying in the shower. But for most, it begins quietly. You lie down at night, exhausted, but your mind refuses to turn off. It loops through to-do lists, second-guesses small decisions, replays conversations, and anticipates what might go wrong tomorrow. If your mind feels loud, restless, or overactive, this can be an early sign of burnout. And you ar

How to understand your nervous system, why stillness can feel scary, and what actually helps your body learn safety. Feeling calm isn’t always calming. If you’ve lived with anxiety, hypervigilance, or long seasons of “pushing through,” your body can interpret quiet moments as unfamiliar, and even unsafe. I’ve spent years helping anxious, overwhelmed, and high-achieving clients understand why their nervous system reacts this way. I’ve also lived it myself. I know how confusing

Many high-achievers move through life with a quiet sense that they should be doing more. Self-doubt becomes part of the background noise, even when they’re showing up well. This piece explores why that happens and what it means for the way we see ourselves.

Welcome to Alcove Psychology, a psychotherapy practice based in Laval, Quebec. This space was created with one simple intention: to help people find calm, clarity, and connection within themselves and in their relationships. Whether you’re exploring therapy for anxiety, navigating perfectionism, or simply wanting to feel more at ease in your body, this blog is a gentle place to begin. Why I Created Alcove Psychology After years of working as a psychotherapist, I noticed a com