Culture & Identity
Values
Ever wonder if you have the right people in your life? Take a moment to learn what your values are, and find people to share them with. You don’t have to surround yourself with people whose life experiences are similar to yours. It sometimes helps to be with people who feel like a outsiders. Keep […]
Read MoreLessons for Self-Improvement
I found this article on Medium that you may find helpful if you want to make some self-improvements. You need to have an account to read the full story, but you can sign up for free with a basic account.
Read MoreHow to Accept Yourself
If you are struggling with parts of yourself that you have difficulty accepting, this article on your shadow self, may be very helpful.
Read MoreIt’s not you
If you are suffering from trauma, you may be associating your identity with the traumatic event, but that can cause more pain. You are you. You have your own identity separate from the situation. See this article.
Read MoreBIPOC youth therapy
Although I am white, I have spent a large part of my career working with Black, Indigenous and people of colour [BIPOC]. BIPOC mental health is a real issue that needs to be given attention. If you are having trouble connecting with someone you feel can understand you, I may be able to help, or […]
Read MoreResources @ local libraries
There are several audiobooks you can get from your local library. You can apply for a Halifax Public Library card online without visiting a branch, and you can immediately start reading, watching, and learning from their catalogue.
Read MoreNew online mental health platform
Nova Scotia Health has now opened up its online mental health platform to anyone in the province over 16 years of age. Here is an article on the service. Feel welcome to use this free service to reach out and get help. The service is called Togetherall and can be accessed directly from this link.
Read MoreBlack Mental Health Day
Today is Black Mental Health Day and I am wishing my friends and colleagues a good day. See this article for more information on Black Mental Health Day.
Read MoreYou are welcome to reach out
I have worked in China and with Asian groups and have found them to be very independent and strong people. They pride themselves on being able to handle everything on their own and sometimes don’t reach out for help. I provide a warm and inviting atmosphere to my counselling sessions and encourage anyone with reservations […]
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