How to Choose the Right Therapist for You
Deciding to reach out for support is one of the bravest things you can do. But once you have made […]
Counselling
Victoria BC
Depression
When Sadness Won’t Lift: Understanding Depression Beyond ‘Feeling Blue’
Most of us have days when we feel low, flat, or just not ourselves. That is a normal part of
EMDR
What to Expect in Your First EMDR Session
If you have been referred for EMDR therapy — or are considering it — you may be wondering what it
EMDR
Is EMDR Right for Me? Who Benefits Most from This Therapy
EMDR has a strong research base for treating trauma — but many people wonder whether it is the right approach
Grief
Grieving Someone Who Is Still Alive: Ambiguous Loss and Estrangement
We tend to think of grief as something that follows a death. But some of the most painful grief people
Grief
When You Do Not Know How to Grieve: Non-Traditional Loss
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences — and one of the most lonely. Part of what makes
ICBC
What to Do After a Car Accident in BC: A Step-by-Step Guide
Being in a car accident is disorienting, even when injuries are minor. In the immediate aftermath, it can be hard
ICBC, PTSD
Car Accident Anxiety: When the Emotional Trauma Outlasts the Physical Injuries
After a car accident, most attention goes to the visible injuries — the whiplash, the bruising, the physiotherapy appointments. But
PTSD
Flashbacks, Nightmares, and Triggers: What It Is Actually Like Living With PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder is something most people have heard of, but fewer people understand what it is actually like to
Veterans
Moral Injury: When What You Witnessed Conflicts With Your Values
When we talk about the psychological toll of military service or emergency work, we often focus on PTSD. But there
Veterans
Families of First Responders: How Secondary Trauma Affects the Whole Household
When a first responder or military member carries trauma home, they are rarely the only one affected. Partners, children, and
Wellness
The Nervous System Reset: Simple Ways to Come Back to Calm
There is a reason that telling an anxious person to “just relax” does not work: when your nervous system is