top of page
Welcome to the OBP Psychology Blog
Want More Wellness Insights?
Search
🤖 The Elephant in the Room: Why I'm Embracing Therapy and AI as Part of Your Healing Toolkit (But Not the Whole Toolbox)
The elephant in the therapy room? My clients are secretly using ChatGPT between sessions. Plot twist: I love it! AI is like that enthusiastic, well-read friend who's available 24/7... but sometimes gives advice like your drunk buddy. Here's how to harness AI for mental health without losing what makes us beautifully human.
From Canadian Running Magazine Archives: The Science Behind Why Running Transforms Your Brain
Ever wonder why your best insights come during long runs? This Canadian Running Magazine feature that Kristy wrote a few years ago explores the neuroscience of running - how bilateral movement rewires our brains for greater creativity, empathy, and resilience. Discover why the runner's high is more than just endorphins.
What We Won’t Do at Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness (Because That’s Just Not Our Vibe)
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but at Off the Beaten Path, we promise a warm, real, and deeply human experience. We won’t hand you a fix-it manual or judge your journey. Instead, we offer authentic connection, compassion, and personalized support every step of the way. Discover therapy that feels like coming home.
When Money Hurts: What I've Learned About Trauma and Financial Patterns
What's fascinated me most is seeing how our relationship with money isn't just about dollars and cents—it's a deeply psychological and often trauma-informed experience. Money disruptions are often secondary problems arising from primary wounds. I've found that simply asking clients 'Whose shame is this?' can be revolutionary in unpacking their financial trauma.
The Benefits of Walk and Talk Therapy in Cochrane, Alberta
Forget cozy couches and stuffy offices—therapy in Cochrane is taking a breath of fresh air, literally!
Ophelia's Journey to Confidence with EMDR Intensive Therapy
Ophelia is ready to explore how a therapy intensive might help her with self-esteem and improve her quality of life.
EMDR Counselling and Therapy: Was, as, is Song
I've been thinking about how the structure of an EMDR counselling and therapy sessions are much like the structure of a song.
Featured Canadian Running Magazine Article: The Running Brain, Inspire and Rewire
This past month I was fortunate to be asked to write a feature article for Canadian Running magazine on running and the brain.
#WELLNESSWEDNESDAYS Podcast EPISODE #62: KRISTY MCCONNELL (@OBPWELLNESS) ON PSYCHOLOGY AND RUNNING
My podcast interview with ChiRunning coach Eric Collard on running and therapy, and why, for some, they're a match made in heaven.
5 Songs for 5 Souls: Music and Emotion
If music is the language of the soul, which songs speak to you and your emotions?
bottom of page