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…
As the countdown to the holidays approaches, the stress and demands can increase – especially for professional women juggling work and family. Amidst all the festive chaos, let’s pull out some great tips on creating a stress-free and enjoyable season. Because, at the end of the day, taking care of your mental health is like…
Talking with a partner about attending couples counselling can sometimes be delicate. Here are 8 things to try. 1. Choose the right time and place: Find a calm and private place where both you and your partner feel safe and comfortable discussing sensitive topics. Try saying something like “How about we have a quiet night…
Don’t wait to seek help It can feel stressful seeking out couples counselling but don’t put it off. Issues and conflicts in a relationship tend to only get worse if left unaddressed. What may seem like a small irritation or concern at first can fester and grow into a bigger problem that then complicate things…
Online CBT Workshop Are you or someone you know struggling with negative thoughts and feelings that are affecting overall well-being? We are offering “Resetting Your Mind”, a 60 minute online workshop on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to learn how negative thoughts can impact your mental health and ways to change these thought patterns. During the…
The start of the school year can be a stressful time for teachers. But did you know that teachers in BC under the BCTF contract have more access to mental health counselling? Through a recent ratified agreement, members of the BC Teachers Federation (BCTF) can access Registered Clinical Counsellors through their benefit plans. This is…
What is Negative Thinking? Negative thinking is a habit many of us have. It is easy to assume something will turn out badly. You find you are stuck in traffic and right away start picturing how the rest of your day will be awful. Or, you get a lousy night’s sleep and right away know…
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…
When a couple reaches the point of needing counselling, a lot of emotions come up. Feelings of distrust, anger, resentment and fear are very common and can be very destructive if left to simmer. Taking that first step to seek out counselling can be stressful. Some common questions are: What to expect from couples counselling? …
Making the decision to go to counselling is not an easy one. Whether it be for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or any other reason, reaching out is not always easy. But once you decide to take that step, what can be even more daunting is how to choose a counsellor that is right for…
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