Welcome to the OBP Psychology Blog

Perfectionism is rising in kids and adults alike. See how Walk and Talk therapy, EMDR, and play-based counselling support regulation, not performance.

Back-to-school can bring stress, anxiety, and burnout for teachers. In Part 3 of our Back-to-School Anxiety Series, Off the Beaten Path Psychology & Wellness shares practical strategies to help educators manage stress, protect their well-being, set boundaries, and stay grounded throughout the school year. Sustainable teaching starts with supporting yourself, too.

Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness is expanding to Okotoks. Meet The Elk House, a cozy little house near Rotary Park, coming November 2026.

Wondering if you’re experiencing perimenopause? Perimenopause symptoms can include anxiety, depression, irritability, brain fog, sleep problems, mood changes and hormonal fluctuations. Learn how perimenopause and menopause can affect mental health and how therapy for perimenopause can help women in Airdrie, Calgary and Cochrane navigate anxiety, stress, identity and midlife changes.

Supporting your child through therapy starts at home. Learn how parents can prepare children for counselling, respect their privacy, support progress, and create a steady environment for healing. Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness provides child and youth therapy in Airdrie, Calgary, and Cochrane, Alberta, helping families navigate big feelings, anxiety, behaviour, and life’s challenges.

How long does therapy take? At Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness, we believe therapy should move at the pace that fits you. Some concerns may take only a few sessions, while attachment wounds, complex trauma, and EMDR therapy may require longer-term support. Learn how therapy duration can vary for clients in Airdrie