A space for insights, stories, and guidance on mental health and emotional resilience.
Parenting & Family Life, Self-Care & Healing, Trauma
Do you cry easily, avoid conflict, lack joy, people please, or suppress your emotions? Do you find it difficult to deal with stress, set boundaries, or get motivated?
Anxiety & Stress, Self-Care & Healing, Therapy & Mental Health
Anxiety is an emotion that all of us experience at some point in our lives. It can act as both a protector and a paralyzer. Understanding this dual nature of anxiety is crucial for managing it effectively.
Self-Care & Healing, Therapy & Mental Health
Most of us probably want to relax when we go on vacation. After all, that is kind of the whole point, isn’t it? But do you ever go on vacation and feel nervous and on edge for the first several days?
Anxiety & Stress, Depression & Loneliness, Relationship with Others, Self-Care & Healing
It’s crucial to remember that the path to this celebration was not always joyful. Many LGBTQ+ individuals still face discrimination, victimization, and stigmatization, leading to emotional distress, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and low self-esteem.
Addictions & Other Concerns, Anxiety & Stress, Parenting & Family Life
12 years ago, we were blessed with my newborn twins. Two healthy babies were delivered exactly as expected, and then they were dropped in our laps. We were suddenly overwhelmed with what was to come next.
Anxiety & Stress, Life Transitions, Self-Care & Healing
It’s time to come out of hibernation and embrace the arrival of spring. As the winter frost begins to thaw and flowers start to bloom, we too are entering a transition phase of renewal and fresh opportunities.
Anxiety & Stress, Self-Care & Healing, Therapy & Mental Health
Most of us find that our mind is cluttered with busyness, work, and distractions. We’re constantly on the go, even when we’re not physically moving, our thoughts are elsewhere.
Marriage & Romantic Partnerships, Relationship with Others
What makes a relationship passionate and romantic, not just on Valentine’s Day but all throughout the year?
Life Transitions, Self-Care & Healing, Therapy & Mental Health
Many of you know you should take better care of yourself. You set your goals for the new year, but, most of you never achieve them.
Founded over 25 years ago, Brentwood Counselling Centre has been a beacon of hope and healing in Metro Vancouver.