Calming Square Breathing Exercise
Here is breathing exercise you can try (adapted from: Bourne, E., The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook, 2005): Refer to the relaxation techniques discussed previously. Begin by inhaling through your…
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Dr. Niusha Ghazban
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Throughout my graduate training I have taken every opportunity to engage in research and various clinical placements. These included working with adults and children suffering from chronic pain in Atlanta Georgia, as well as in Chedoke Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. In these settings, I have gained ample hands-on experience in facilitating group therapy sessions, case management, administering various intelligence and psychological assessments as well as working in multidisciplinary teams.
I have also disseminated the findings of my research at international meetings and conferences. Passionate about teaching and translating psychological science for undergraduate students, I am also a sessional psychology instructor (Introduction to Psychology) at Ryerson University’s G. Raymond Chang School for Continuing Education.
Thought Monitoring, Motivation & Goal Setting
Getting Started and Ready for Change Your ability to make a change in your life or achieve a goal depends largely on your attitude, commitment, and motivation to do…
Diaphragmatic or Abdominal Breathing Exercise
When we are stressed and have tension in our bodies, our breathing becomes more rapid and shallow. This exercise allows the diaphragm – muscles that separate the abdomen from…
Relaxation & Breathing Exercises
There are numerous studies that have documented the benefits of mindfulness and relaxation practices on health and wellbeing. Relaxation is more than unwinding in a warm bath or going…
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Take a moment to scan your body and any tension you may be feeling. Do your shoulders feel tight? Do you have tense mouth and lips? Do you feel…