Jessica Miskiewicz

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Psychotherapist based in Canada, dedicated to supporting individuals and their families in navigating life's challenges and fostering personal growth.

Why Is It Hard to Focus? Attention, Burnout, and Cognitive Overload Explained

Focus is not disappearing, it is Fragmenting For many people, focus no longer feels like a stable state. It feels temporary. Brief. Fragile. A task starts, then attention slips. Another tab opens. A message is checked. A new idea appears. The original task is still there, but it now feels heavier than it did a […]

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Featured in PsychReg: Emotional Distress & Social Media Addiction

A recent article published on PsychReg highlights an important link between emotional distress and social media addiction (particularly among students). The findings suggest that individuals who struggle to tolerate difficult emotions are more likely to develop compulsive patterns of social media use. Rather than simply being about “screen time,” these behaviours are often driven by

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How to Build Healthy Habits Without Relying on Willpower

The Problem With Relying on Willpower for Habit Change Many people want to build healthy habits and believe it’s a matter of discipline. If they fail to stay consistent, they assume something is wrong with them. Willpower is limited and easily depleted. Modern life accelerates this exhaustion. Constant notifications, endless choices, and a culture that rewards

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Therapy vs AI for Mental Health: What Human Connection Offers

AI Therapy vs Human Therapy: What Actually Works Better? Artificial intelligence is transforming many industries, including mental health. AI chatbots and mental health apps promise instant support, coping strategies, and a sense of being heard at any hour. As conversations about mental health evolve, many people are weighing the pros and cons of therapy vs

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Social Anxiety in Your 20s and 30s: Why You Feel Stuck and How to Overcome It

Social Anxiety in Young Adults Your 20s and 30s are supposed to be filled with opportunity. These are the years when people often imagine themselves moving forward in their careers, building friendships, exploring dating, and creating the foundation of the life they want. On the outside, it can look like everyone else is moving effortlessly

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Online Therapy Sessions In Canada: What You Need To Know

Online Therapy Sessions in Canada: What to Know Before You Book Your First Session If you’re considering therapy but feel unsure about where to start, online therapy in Canada might be the perfect option for you. With the rise of virtual counseling, more Canadians are discovering how accessible, effective, and convenient therapy can be —

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