Tension in Kelowna During COVID
We are now into the second year of the pandemic in Kelowna. It has been a bumpy ride but we are finally beginning to turn the corner. Or are we? Recent data released by the BC Centre for Disease Control…
Navigating Anxiety During the Third Wave
Many of us have experienced the hardships of the Covid-19 pandemic all too well. While there is finally light at the end of the tunnel with the more vaccines being offered to more British Columbians, that same tunnel seems to…
The Epidemic of Loneliness During COVID-19
At Waypoint Counselling, we are noticing a definite increase in the number of people reaching out to us to get help with dealing with loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, it has become one of our top 3 issues…
Providing Safe In-person Counselling
Waypoint Counselling Network offers in-person counselling, in addition to appointments by phone or video. The Waypoint Counselling Team is dedicated to protecting the health of clients and counsellors which is why we have developed this safety plan: . 2 hours…
WayPoint Clinical Director George Bielay Featured on CTV News
"A clinical counsellor on Vancouver Island says it's natural to feel anxious in light of the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak. But George Bielay with the Waypoint Counselling Network says the best way to overcome coronavirus-related anxiety is to…
4 Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Depression during COVID-19
Negative Thinking Leads to Anxiety and Depression Regardless of COVID-19, we typically have over 50,000 thoughts a day running through our minds... really. Imagine if most of those had a negative tone. Not fun, right? In fact, negative thinking are…
5 signs of drinking too much during COVID-19
Yes, people are drinking more during the COVID-19 shut down. A recent CBC article reported BC has seen a 153% increase in the sales of hard liquor and a 144% rise in the sale of boxed wine during March. That's…
Coping during COVID-19: The Power of Pets
Waypoint Counselling Network is running a series on coping during COVID-19. These posts will focus on common challenges people are facing and offer some concrete tools to use. So, let's dive into the first one on our pets! Power of…
Help in Vancouver for Anxiety
Counselling for anxiety can work very well. But while a google search in the Vancouver or anywhere in the Lower Mainland will result in a list of dozens of therapists, selecting the right counsellor is not easy. Having the right…
Help for Anxiety in Kelowna
Help for Anxiety in Kelowna Counselling for anxiety can work very well. But while a google search in the Kelowna area will result in a list of dozens of therapists, selecting the right counsellor is not easy. Having the right…