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Mental Health Check: have you hit the COVID-19 wall yet?

We are now entering the sixth month of COVID-19. More and more I am hearing from people that they are done with COVID, and quite honestly I am done with COVID too! We are hitting what I term the COVID wall and while we may be “done” with COVID, it remains to be seen if … Read more

Can You “Be a Light”?

In the midst of COVID-19, and with recent events surrounding George Floyd’s death and the subsequent protests, I was struck by how appropriate the lyrics of this song are by country artist, Thomas Rhett. Be A Light is performed by Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban, Reba McEntire, Hillary Scott and Chris Tomlin, and all proceeds from … Read more

The Art of Managing Change

We’re now in Week 11 of COVID-19 shutdown and two things have been made abundantly clear: (1) change is here to stay (2) change is constant To weather this storm, we must adapt, be resilient, and modify our expectations. Change Means Learning New Things Learn how to use new video conferencing platforms Learn the kid’s … Read more

COVID-19 Precautions: Procedures Regarding Counselling Sessions

Update Winter 2022/2023: Counselling services continue to be available to existing and returning clients through ZOOM video and in-person appointments in an effort to protect individuals and to stop the spread of COVID-19. I am currently not accepting new clients. During this time, counselling services with me are available in two ways: ZOOM video communications: … Read more

Tips for Staying Mentally Healthy at Home

So here we are, nearing the end of April, and we’re still in isolation due to COVID-19. Working from home can be challenging, if not impossible at times. Tempers can be short. Frustrations can be high. Wondering how you’re going to get through this? Plain and simple, we don’t know how long we’ll be “staying/working … Read more