Categories for West Kelowna Counselling

Supporting Your Partner After a Wildfire Evacuation

A wildfire evacuation can affect a relationship long after you return home. Your partner may seem different. They may be... View Article

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

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

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

Hypervigilance: Why You Always Feel on Guard

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately noticed every exit? Do loud noises make you jump more than... View Article

Escapism: When Avoiding Life Becomes a Coping Strategy

Everyone escapes sometimes. You might watch a movie after a stressful day, lose yourself in a good book, or spend... View Article

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