Shannon Shade, RCH

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GABOR MATÉ ON TRAUMA AND ADDICTION: LOOKING BEYOND THE BEHAVIOUR

One of the things I have become increasingly interested in through my Professional Addiction Studies at McMaster University is what happens when we stop looking only at the substance someone is using and begin looking at the person who is using it. This is one reason the work of Canadian physician and author Dr. Gabor […]

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alcohol recover calgary alberta hypnotherapy

Alcohol Recovery in Calgary: How Hypnotherapy Can Help Change Drinking Habits

Understanding Alcohol Use For many people, alcohol does not begin as a problem. It often begins as a solution. A drink after work helps take the edge off a stressful day. A few drinks make social situations feel easier. Some people find temporary comfort during periods of grief, loneliness, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. Others simply

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Beyond Habits: Integrating Professional Addiction Studies into Clinical Hypnotherapy

As I continue to expand my hypnotherapy practice in Calgary, I’m excited to share that I have officially begun advancing my university-level training in the Professional Addiction Studies program at McMaster University. While my practice has always focused on helping people better understand and shift subconscious patterns, this program allows me to bring deeper, evidence-informed

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Childhood Trauma

Childhood Trauma Recovery: How Hypnotherapy Can Help You Heal

Have you been carrying the heavy burden of childhood trauma, struggling to move forward and find peace? I’m here to help. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the lasting impact of early experiences, but know that you are not alone in this journey. Many people face the challenge of healing from unresolved childhood trauma, and

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