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How Being Too Nice Can Destroy You: A Story You’ve Never Heard with Dr. Gabor Maté

October 10, 2023May 11, 2026 dorisadmin

Are you a people-pleaser? Do you frequently prioritize the needs of others ahead of your own? Dr. Gabor Maté reveals the hidden dangers of excessive people-pleasing in this eye-opening video. He describes how it can cause major health problems such as increased stress, sadness, and even cancer. Dr. Maté also explores the two human needs …

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H.E.L.P. Relaxation Technique

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 dorisadmin

Combat stress and anxiety with these audio relaxation techniques. Listen to the tracks in order. Intro   Track 1:  

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Using bilateral stimulation drum therapy to calm your nervous system

April 25, 2020May 11, 2026 dorisadmin

On his YouTube Channel, Gary Brothers shares drum therapy videos to help release GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). GABA is considered an inhibitory neurotransmitter because it can block certain brain signals and decrease activity in your nervous system. That means it can turn off nerves. This audio recording uses a drum for both auditory and tactile bilateral …

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Introduction to EDMR Therapy

April 16, 2019May 11, 2026 dorisadmin

Learn about how EMDR therapy works, what it is like, and how widely it is recognized. EMDR therapists discuss how EMDR therapy works and discuss the feedback they receive from clients.

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A Very Happy Brain

November 5, 2018May 11, 2026 dorisadmin

This is the story of how Broody, a very unhappy brain, became very happy.

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About Doris

Doris Ryan has been in the helping profession for over 32 years.  Her areas of specialty include treating abuse and trauma and their aftereffects, which include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and relationship issues, using a variety of methods.

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Helpful for Your Health

  • How Being Too Nice Can Destroy You: A Story You’ve Never Heard with Dr. Gabor Maté
  • H.E.L.P. Relaxation Technique
  • Affirming Meditation

Contact

(780) 455-5992

When setting up an appointment, I find it helpful for us to speak to each other first.  Please give me a call.  I look forward to hearing from you!

I see clients via videoconferencing and phone, and I am available one day a week for those who prefer face-to-face counselling.

Office Address:
Jackson Residence
1723 9 St SW
Calgary, AB T2T 3C1

About Doris Ryan

Doris Ryan has been in the helping profession for over 30 years.  Her areas of specialty include treating abuse and trauma and their aftereffects, which include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and relationship issues, using a variety of methods.

Therapy Methods

  • Self Regulation Therapy (SRT)
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EDMR)
  • Tapas Acupressure Technique

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