Media & Publications
Media Features, Publications & Professional Contributions
Mental health affects every part of life, yet many people still struggle to find information that feels relatable and easy to understand.
Over the years, Vedder Counselling has contributed to articles, interviews, research, and professional publications covering topics such as relationships, parenting, communication, emotional well-being, healthcare, and personal growth.
These conversations help bring mental health information beyond the counselling office and into everyday life, where people need it most.
Featured Media & Expert Contributions
Good conversations can change the way people think about mental health, relationships, parenting, and wellbeing. These features highlight conversations that help people better understand themselves, their relationships, and the challenges of everyday life.
Relationships, Communication & Emotional Wellbeing
The way we communicate shapes our relationships, our confidence, and even the way we see ourselves. These articles explore everyday challenges such as boundaries, emotional connection, conflict, communication patterns, and building healthier relationships.
Dr. Ben Garrett was featured as a relationship expert discussing how repeated criticism can affect a person's emotional well-being.
He shared insights on the impact of feeling constantly judged in a relationship and how this can affect self-esteem, confidence, anxiety, and mental health.
Parenting, Children & Family Wellness
There is no handbook for raising children through every stage of life. These publications focus on parenting, emotional support, family relationships, child development, and the challenges many families face behind closed doors.
Featured as a counselling expert discussing how parents can support children during the final months of the school year.
Dr. Ben emphasized the importance of building coping skills early so children feel better prepared to manage stress, pressure, and academic demands.
Healthcare, Wellness & Mental Health Innovation
Healthcare continues to change, but one thing remains constant: people want to feel heard, understood, and cared for. These contributions explore communication in healthcare, patient experiences, wellness systems, and the growing role of technology for better care.
Dr. Ben contributed professional insights on behavioural health and the value of ongoing support between appointments.
His comments focused on how regular guidance and consistent care can help people build healthier habits and create meaningful long-term change.
Featured as a mental health professional discussing the growing role of digital health tools in patient care.
Dr. Ben Garrett shared how giving people better access to information can help them feel more informed, confident, and involved in decisions about their health.
Academic Research & Publications
Learning never stops in the mental health field. Research helps us ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and gain a deeper understanding of the experiences that shape people’s lives. The publications below reflect an ongoing interest in mental health, human behaviour, wellbeing, and evidence-informed practice.
The Lived Experience of Qallunaat Teachers in Nunavut
Dr. Ben’s doctoral research explored the experiences of non-Inuit teachers living and working in Nunavut. The study examined themes of culture, identity, belonging, and the personal realities of teaching in northern communities.
As a contributing researcher, Dr. Ben participated in work examining the relationship between sleep, cognitive performance, and behaviour in adolescent students.
The study highlights how sleep patterns can influence learning, attention, emotional well-being, and overall health.
Media & Collaboration Inquiries
Meaningful conversations often begin with a simple question.
Vedder Counselling welcomes opportunities to contribute to podcasts, media interviews, educational projects, wellness initiatives, professional events, and community conversations on mental health, relationships, communication, parenting, and well-being.
If you are interested in collaborating, requesting commentary, or discussing a speaking opportunity, we would be happy to connect.
Supporting Mental Health Through Conversation, Research & Education
Helpful conversations do not only happen in counselling sessions. They also happen through articles, research, interviews, and shared experiences that help people better understand mental health, relationships, and emotional well-being. At Vedder Counselling, we are proud to contribute to those conversations by sharing practical insights, professional knowledge, and real-world perspectives that help people feel informed, supported, and understood.
