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Pediatric Occupational Therapy: A Guide to Common Questions Asked by Parents at Clinique Vivago
Is your child struggling with managing emotions, sensory sensitivities, playing with friends, or daily routines? Learn how pediatric occupational therapy can support your family in everyday life (P.S. no diagnosis or referral required!).
Mélanie Haffar, MSc, OT
Feb 35 min read


Why Clinique Vivago Was Created: How Clinique Vivago Is Redefining Access to Mental Health Services in Montreal
The idea of Clinique de santé inclusive Vivago was born from this conundrum of how to optimize access to care...
Giovanni Arcuri
May 7, 20243 min read


Boundaries and Consent:
Asking for consent is not awkward – it is an act of respect. It communicates: I care about your autonomy.

Celine Hourani
4 hours ago3 min read


Occupational Therapy for Depression: How Everyday Life Becomes Part of Recovery
Occupational therapy in mental health is grounded in the idea that what we do every day matters. By addressing daily routines, roles, habits, environments, and meaningful occupations, occupational therapy supports recovery in practical, concrete, and sustainable ways.
Giovanni Arcuri
Jan 235 min read


Homologation of a Protection Mandate in Quebec: What Families Need to Know (also known as mandate in case of incapacity)
Planning for a time when you might not be able to make decisions for yourself isn’t about expecting the worst—it’s about protecting your autonomy, your wishes, and your loved ones.
Giovanni Arcuri
Jan 227 min read


Caring for One's Mental Health During an Era of Social, Political, and Human Rights Uncertainty
Between the rollback of certain human rights in the United States, global political instability, and major transformations within Québec’s healthcare system, the current social climate is weighing heavily on mental health—even among people who had never sought care before.
Giovanni Arcuri
Jan 154 min read


The Role of Creativity for Mental Well-Being
Creativity is not limited to artistic or musical production. It encompasses a wide range of activities—writing, cooking, gardening, crafting, imagining, problem-solving—and represents a fundamental human process. A growing body of research shows that creative practices can support mental well-being and help foster balance in daily life.
Giovanni Arcuri
Jan 95 min read
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