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Practical, honest writing from the counsellors at Vista Counselling in Langley, BC — on trauma, anxiety, relationships, and what actually helps.
First Responders: Mental Health and Trauma Therapy
When sirens blare and disasters strike, first responders are the ones who rush in. Police officers, paramedics, firefighters, dispatchers,...
Understanding Consent in Couples Relationships
In romantic relationships, especially long-term ones, we often assume a level of comfort and familiarity that can blur important boundaries. One of...
EFT Couples Therapy: The Power of Connection
The Power of Connection: How EFT Couples Therapy Transforms Relationships In every relationship, moments of disconnection, conflict, and...
Understanding Primary and Secondary Anger
Anger is a natural human emotion, one that everyone experiences at some point in life. While it's often viewed negatively, anger itself isn't...
ADHD, Neurofeedback, and the Part That Never Switches Off
Most of what’s written about ADHD is about focus — and focus matters. But it’s rarely the whole picture. There’s also the part where you’re tired...
Am I Sad or Depressed?
Understanding the Difference Between Sadness and Depression Mental Health Awareness: Life presents us with challenges that can evoke a range of...
The Problem With Perfectionism: How to Embrace Imperfection
The Double-Edged Sword of Perfectionism The Problem With Perfectionism: Perfectionism is often viewed as a double-edged sword. On one hand, the...
What Is Complicated Grief?
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One What Is Complicated Grief? Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal experience, and it's normal to...
How to Set Boundaries — and Actually Say Them Out Loud
Most people don’t struggle to work out what their boundaries are. They struggle to say them. You know you need to stop taking work calls after...