Holding On, Letting Go
Navigating the pain of a loved one’s addiction. With Emily Maxwell Having a loved one who is struggling with substance use can be excruciating. It is common to experience confusion, […]
The Hidden Roots Of Addiction
With Kate Pinsonneault Addiction has been misunderstood for decades. It has often been seen as a failure of willpower or a result of poor choices. Research in neuroscience has helped […]
Play And Your Preschooler
Splashing in puddles, tossing stones in the ocean, building and knocking down a block tower, … Play activities serve an essential role of nurturing emotional, cognitive, and social development. Children […]
The Power Of Play
Did you know that when we are learning something new, we need to repeat it 400-10,000 times, (depending on the complexity of the task, our age, and other factors). That […]
Grief and Loss – Foundational Elements
Grief manifests in many forms, each rooted in the loss of something or someone meaningful. One type of grief centers around the loss of normalcy—the feeling that what was once […]
Healing From Loss
Loss is an unavoidable part of life. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, health issues, or a significant life change, loss can be […]
What is Secure Attachment
With Natasha, BCACC Student Member Secure attachment is a healthy and balanced way of relating to others. It develops when a person experiences consistent love, support, and emotional security from […]
A Simple Act Became An International Movement
Pink Shirt Day – February 26th Secure attachment when we are young and dependent on our parents is crucial for our development and our sense of security. Later, we develop […]
Supportive Parenting Through Childhood Anxiety
With Shannon Cowan, BCACC Student Member No one likes to see their child in distress. As humans, we’re wired to detect fear in our children and to provide regulation and […]
Resilience and Growth
Life is full of uncertainties, but with the right mindset and support, 2025 can be your strongest year yet. Discover how you can navigate life’s challenges with confidence and create a path to emotional well-being.
Breaking Bad Habits
With Mehrnaz Davidson, RPC-C Are you finding it hard to keep up with the demands of daily life? It could be that old habits are holding you back or getting […]
Do we need Relationship Counselling?
Are you noticing that you and your partner are bickering or getting defensive? Do you feel more like roommates than connected, intimate partners?
What Is At The Core of Boundaries?
By Julie Mills, RPC. This article is intended to add to your knowledge and thought processes around your own personal and professional boundaries.
Understanding the Teenage Brain
Teens are in a unique phase—no longer children, not yet adults—navigating personal growth, social exploration, and hormonal ups and downs.
Life Transitions – Feeling Stuck?
Life transitions often redefine self-identity and involve three stages. Counselling offers tools to navigate these transformative periods with clarity.
Sleep and Mental Health
Sleep is essential for physical and mental health, supporting cell repair, immune function, energy, hormonal balance, and emotional well-being. Prioritizing quality rest is vital for overall wellness.
Mid Life Transitions
With Kate Pinsonneault, RCC-ACS “Mid-life Crisis” can happen when a person experiences several life transitions in the same period. Our fourth decade often marks a time when profound transitions impact […]
Art Therapy Exercise
Here’s a fun art therapy activity you can try. You’ll need some paper and some basic art supplies.
Knowing Your Boundary Needs
With Julie Mills, RPC We live with boundaries. From a very early age, we are taught social and cultural boundaries that help us be in relationships within our family, school, and […]
IFS Exercise: For Polarization
With Kate Pinsonneault, RCC-ACS Have you ever planned to do something and then found a part of you was holding you back? In IFS, that’s what we call a polarization. […]