Winter is approaching. And, without a doubt, B.C. winters are hard for a lot of people. Something about the clouds rolling in and the encroachment of a clingy, damp cold …
Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
If you are parenting a child who has neurodiverse wiring, a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, OCD, FASD or Trauma, I invite you to sit with me for a few moments …
Creativity in Mental Health During a Pandemic
This past year and a half of pandemic life has taught me a lot. Working as a clinical counsellor, and as the owner of a large counselling clinic during a …
Back to School: Approaching the New Yet Old Normalcy
Returning to normalcy is exciting and refreshing for some. However, for those that struggle with anxiety and other mental illnesses, this return to normalcy can be overwhelming to say the …
Birth Trauma
Anyone who has experienced labour and delivery has a story to share! For some, their birth story includes the expected ups and downs resulting in a healthy baby and all …
All About Assertiveness
Pop Quiz! Picture this: You are waiting in a long line at the grocery store. As your turn at the check-out finally approaches, someone cuts in front of you with …
What Mother’s Day Could Mean . . .
Mother’s Day . . . a day of celebration for some, while for others it may be a day of sadness, grief and loss. When I think of Mother’s Day, …
The Power of Witnessing Grief
“Each person’s grief is as unique as their fingerprint. But what everyone has in common is that no matter how they grieve, they share a need for their grief to …
The Importance of Play
Why do humans play? What value does it have? Is supporting a child’s playimportant?…….. Play is how children explore their world. Play provides children with the opportunity to engage in …
Couplehood in the Midst of Adoption
By Karen Peters, Registered Clinical Counsellor and Adoptive Mom The decision to adopt isn’t simple, even if you’ve always wanted to go that path to grow your family. The lead …