Most of us can probably relate: you’re going through a horrible experience and talking to a friend. You’ve confided the details of the situation and expressed your hurt, anger, or pain. And they respond with this line: “Just be glad it’s not worse!” Looking for a silver lining in the face of a challenge is […]
Why Balance Matters (and Why You’re Probably Running on Coffee) Let’s be honest for a second…how often do you find yourself replying to emails at midnight or trying to tackle your to-do list on your days off. It’s like the line between “work” and “life” is practically non-existent these days. And let’s face it, the […]
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Sep
Sep
As a counselling practicum student, I knew there would be challenges; but I never expected for the hardest part to be waiting for clients to show up. Hello…are you there?? Whether it was for a new client or returning clients, building a case load has been slower than expected, and a bit discouraging – how […]
Life is full of constant changes that can disrupt our habits and shake us out of our comfort zones. Dealing with big life transitions can be especially difficult; there’s managing the logistics of the change, coping with the emotional toll, and grieving the life you’re leaving behind. Even positive changes can be challenging to deal […]
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Aug
Aug
Lately, a few clients have mentioned the ongoing stigma around therapy, so I wanted to take a moment to talk about it. There are some common misconceptions that might be holding people back from seeking support, and it’s worth exploring them. One of the most frequent beliefs I hear is that therapy is only for […]
Somehow, summer just flew by (again), and now we’re already about to head back into the school grind. Whether you’re a parent, guardian or just someone who’s watching someone else go back to school, this time of year can hit differently; excitement, stress, maybe even a little dread. If you have kids returning, whether 5 […]
So you’ve decided to schedule a therapy session for your child. You are likely experiencing a range of emotions on their behalf, not to mention how you are coping yourself! Rest assured that your child’s counsellor will communicate and guide you and your child every step of the way. Even so, there are some important […]
Have you ever agreed to something you didn’t really want to do? Maybe you were already overwhelmed or just mentally drained but you said “yes” anyway? It happens to a lot of us. Whether it’s helping a friend, taking on an extra task at work or just responding to a late-night text when you really […]
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Jul
Jul
The anxiety is real!! Will I ever get a handle on it? After a few weeks in practicum, I am still trying to figure out if I sound like a therapist (whatever that means) or a nervous nellie? Finding your ‘therapist voice” is like trying to find the right outfit to the party where the […]