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Understanding the Sweetie Pie Dynamic
We all know the perpetual "sweetie pie" who'd rather eat glass than upset their partner. On the surface, having someone so agreeable sounds wonderful. But here's the surprising truth: people pleasing can actually sabotage the very relationships these well-meaning folks are trying to protect.


5 Lessons I've Learned From Providing Couples Therapy (That Don't Always End With "And They Lived Happily Ever After")
Couples therapy isn't only successful when people stay together. Sometimes the most profound growth happens when relationships end. Here are 5 lessons that redefine what success really means.


How can Ted Lasso Teach Us About Mental Health?
Ted Lasso delivers more than feel-good moments—it's a masterclass in emotional intelligence. From Ted's hidden struggles to his therapy journey, the show mirrors the trauma-informed, compassionate care we provide at Off the Beaten Path Psychology in Calgary, Cochrane & Airdrie.


Off the Couch and Into Connection: How Educators and Psychologists Built an Outdoor-Inspired Therapy Practice
From classrooms to pathways, we’ve reimagined what therapy can be—rooted in nature, connection, and evidence-based care. Off the Beaten Path brings together educators and psychologists who believe healing should feel different: relational, grounding, and real. From EMDR to outdoor sessions, from assessments to couples work, we walk beside our clients—and each other—with heart and purpose.
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