If you’ve watched the news recently or been to a grocery store in the last year, you’ll know that the economy in 2024 had many headwinds and challenges. Gas prices are high, lettuce is expensive and layoffs are happening across the country. Canadians are experiencing financial woes and financial stress can have a significant impact…
Everybody experiences anxiety in life; it’s a natural and normal emotion. But when you start to experience persistent worry and/or fear about everyday situations, anxiety could be becoming a problem. Anxiety can interfere with all aspects of your life and may feel like it’s impossible to control. You may start to avoid certain situations or…
Do you find yourself “California Dreamin” at this time of year? You’re definitely not alone. Winter officially began on December 21 and many people report feeling a sense of gloom, sadness, low energy or even depression at this time of year. For some people it may be a fleeting sensation, but for others they may…
The pandemic has shone a light on the fact that many of us feel lonely. It created more isolation, fed into our fears of being with others, and when the restrictions lifted, many people feel they have lost the few connections they had. In Canada, a recent survey found that more than half of Canadians…
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 “fit” between a person and their counsellor is the most important factor in good outcomes. …
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 “fit” between a person and their counsellor is the most important factor in good outcomes. …
Stress and anxiety during the holidays are very real. Amid all the cute photos and seasonal music, there are expectations and often painful memories that really make it hard for many of us to enjoy this time. Our recent post describes some ways to better manage this difficult season. Finding the right counsellor Many people…
For many of us, the winter holidays lead to stress and anxiety. Below are 6 holiday triggers for anxiety and concrete ways to manage it. At Waypoint Counselling Network, we believe that talking frankly about stress and anxiety is the first step to a experiencing a better holiday season. Holiday Anxiety Trigger 1: Expectations…
What is Negative Thinking? Negative thinking is the habit many of us get into that involves assuming that present or future will turn out badly. Or, it can be a habit of thinking about past events in a negative way – and not focusing on the good. Negative thinking is an easy habit to form…
Anxiety Treatment is Better with the Right Counsellor Vancouver and the Lower Mainland can feel chaotic. And our busy lives can feel out of control leading to feelings of anxiety and stress. However, what works for one person in finding treatment for anxiety, might not work for another. Counselling for anxiety is very personal. This…
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