Have you ever tried to work towards a goal and find that for every few steps forward, you then take a step or two back? Or have you found stumbling …
Let’s Talk: Self-Care
Tomorrow I will be offering the first class in a series on self-care. Preparing for this class has offered me an opportunity to reflect on the value of this practice. …
Let’s Talk: Making Sense of Trauma
Today, as I write this article, the date is Monday December 17, 2012. Three days ago twenty children were murdered in yet another school shooting – perhaps the most disturbing …
Let’s Talk: The Winter Blues
It’s that time again…at least it is here in the Lower Mainland. That time of year when the clouds set in and don’t budge for months at a time. We …
Let’s Talk: Christmas
Today is December 13th. In the last few weeks I have received more phone calls than in the full month prior. Christmas time is a time of stress for many …
Let’s Talk: Attachment
Recently I was talking with a woman I met while at a fitness class I frequent. In the midst of our chit chat she asked about what I do for …
What Should I Expect From a Counselling Session?
Every counsellor approaches things a little differently, but on the whole you should be able to expect a few key things. If these things are not present, ask questions. At …
What Should I ask a Potential Counsellor?
Many people enter into counselling as they do with many other professionals – seeing the counsellor as a superior who has all the answers. The reality is that counsellors are …
What Should I be Looking for in a Counsellor?
So I have mentioned that the counselling profession is having a bit of an identity crisis at this point in history and is composed of a wide variety of individuals …
Where Should I Look for a Counsellor?
In order to find a qualified counsellor in your area, it is often best to start with professional associations in your area. I know I said in the last section …