In review
A brief history of the clinic
Winner of the Dunamis - Service Company of the Year.
Did you know that the clinic won Service Company of the Year 2023 according to the expert committee of the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry? We would like to thank the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Finalist at the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry
La clinique d'Anxiété de Laval and psychologist Myra G Crevier are finalists in the Business of the Year and Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 categories at the Chambre de commerce et de l'industrie de Laval
2nd office expansion
Expansion of the kitchenette to include a meeting room. Replacing the 5th office with a much larger one with 2 huge ceiling-to-floor windows like the other 4 offices. Refurbishment of the entire clinic.
A growing family
Myra G Crevier joins the team as Associate Psychologist
Office expansion
Addition of two offices, including one for Myra Gravel Crevier, soon to become an associate. More functional kitchenette with cabinets and sink. Refurbishment of the entire clinic.
Creation of the Laval Anxiety Clinic
Danielle, co-founder
News
Clinic news
Finalist at the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Clinique d'anxiété de Laval won the Dunamis 2023 award in the "Company of the Year" category. Thank you to la Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Laval.
Finalist at the Laval Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Clinique d'anxiété de Laval and psychologist Myra G Crevier are finalists in the Service Company and Young Business Personality of the Year (under 40) categories.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier appeared on Salut Bonjour to comment on the revelations of Montreal Canadiens field hockey player Carey Price's decision to temporarily retire from his sport in order to prioritize his mental health.
Carey Price is a man, an athlete who has shown his vulnerabilities and asked for help. It represents a model that encourages people to seek psychological help more quickly. The men and women who ask for help are courageous.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier appeared on Salut Bonjour to comment on the rising demand for psychotherapy and the trend towards life coaches.
With Bill 21, the title of psychologist is protected, as is psychotherapy, which has become an activity reserved for psychologists, physicians and holders of permits from the Ordre des psychologues du Québec.
Psychologists must complete a doctorate including courses on theoretical models, ethics and deontology, and nearly 2,000 hours of supervised internship.
The title and actions of life coaches are not defined or supervised, which can generate challenges and sometimes risks.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier appeared on Salut Bonjour to comment on the results of a survey reporting low mental health among the general population in connection with the pandemic, isolation and loss of hope for change.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier took part in the Salut Bonjour program to comment on a survey reporting on the emotions felt by the public regarding the holiday gathering ban, the psychological impact and ways to encourage adaptation.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier appeared on Salut Bonjour to comment on the psychological impact of a possible ban on holiday gatherings.
TVA - Salut Bonjour
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier appeared on Salut Bonjour to comment on the stress, anxiety and adaptation of families, children and teenagers following the reopening of primary school classes.
CVOID-19: Psychological impacts and effects of confinement
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier collaborated on an article for Transport Routier magazine.
The impact of confinement may depend, among other things, on the individual's life context (e.g., employed, unemployed, living alone versus with family), and personality (e.g., anxious vulnerability, difficulty with solitude).
To promote adaptation and resilience, people could focus their energy where they have control (e.g., their attitude, the way they experience their confinement and make sense of their experience).
It makes sense to get back into a routine, especially with children, and set small, realistic goals for each day.
Social movements like rainbows build resilience in the face of adversity and a sense of solidarity.
CVOID-19: Psychological impacts and effects of confinement
COVID-19 and anxiety: How can we talk to our children and reassure them?
The answer: Yes, it's important to talk to children, especially those of school age.
Start with what the child already knows, and answer his or her questions and fears.
Adopt clear, reassuring language and behaviors that encourage caution rather than hypervigilance (e.g., when returning from an outing, wash your hands comparatively well, change your clothes and take a shower).
Reassure the child to reassure him and re-establish a sense of trust in his environment.
At present, voluntary isolation at home is favored, and parents can try as best they can to carry out activities at home and regain a certain form of routine that helps their children.
Publication of 2 book chapters
The book "Les fondements de la psychologie de couple" is now available.
The latter will be used as a reference book in courses on couple psychology in the doctoral program in psychology.
The first chapter focuses on communication, problem-solving and marital satisfaction.
The second chapter focuses on marital functioning and mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders.
Revue de Psychologie Québec
Congratulations to our psychologist Virginie Hamel!
She co-authored an article in the December issue of Psychologie Québec, published by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec.
This article looks at suicide bereavement among adolescents, and the services offered to this clientele.
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
Congratulations to psychology doctoral student Justine Charrois! She won the coveted prize for best scientific paper in the Fonds de Recherche du Québec's student-researcher all-star competition.
Her article is entitled Child-care quality moderates the association between maternal depression and children's behavioural outcome. It was published in the prestigious Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry.
Contribution to the writing of a book
Congratulations to our psychologist Paule Morin.
Paule is also a psychologist and coordinator of the child psychiatry program at Hôpital Rivière-des-Prairies.
She contributed to a book on mental disorders in children and adolescents. This book meets the needs of all mental health professionals who work with young people.
Relevant reading
Fundamentals of couple psychology
Psychologist Myra Gravel Crevier participated in an authors’ collective for a manual on the foundations and issues of couples and couple psychotherapy. She has written two chapters, one on communication, problem-solving and marital satisfaction, the other on marital functioning and mental health.
Please note that the Laval Anxiety Clinic does not offer couple psychotherapy. On the other hand, the impact of anxiety issues on the couple and its functioning can be addressed in individual psychotherapy.
This manual is currently used as a reference book for students in university psychology courses, mental health professionals, couples and people interested in these issues. Enjoy your reading!
