Returning Home After a Wildfire: The Emotional Impact Going home is supposed to feel good. After a wildfire evacuation, it can feel complicated. You may feel relieved to... View Article
Wildfire Evacuation Anxiety: Coping With the Uncertainty Few things create uncertainty like waiting to find out whether you need to leave your home. During wildfire season, an... View Article
The Stress Associated With Forest Fires Wildfire season can change the feeling of a community almost overnight. One day, you’re going about your normal routine. The... View Article
Why First Responders Wait Too Long to Ask for Help You show up when other people are having the worst day of their lives. You stay calm when others panic.... View Article
Supporting Seniors Through Wildfire Season Every summer, people across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Vernon, and the Okanagan keep an eye on wildfire updates. For many older... View Article
Wildfire Stress: Caring for Your Mental Health During Fire Season in Kelowna and Vernon For many people in the Okanagan, wildfire season brings more than smoky skies. It brings uncertainty. Every new smoke plume,... View Article
Do I Need a Referral for Counselling in BC? If you’ve been thinking about starting counselling, you might be wondering whether you need a referral from your family doctor... View Article
What’s the Difference Between a Psychologist, Psychiatrist, and Clinical Counsellor? When you’re looking for mental health support, it can be confusing to know where to start, you may ask yourself... View Article
How Do I Know If I Need Counselling? Many people wonder whether their problems are “serious enough” for counselling. You might find yourself asking: “Am I overreacting?” “Shouldn’t... View Article
What to Expect from Low-Fee Counselling Starting counselling can feel like a big step. Starting low-fee counselling can bring even more questions. Many people wonder: “Will... View Article
