Elite Counselling & Consulting
93 King St. West, Suite 201 L1C 1R2 Bowmanville, ON, Canada

Celebrating the 20000+ Social Workers in Ontario today for their value and expertise as the LARGEST regulated profession providing counselling and psychotherapy services in the provinceTake note if you have extended health coverage, social work is an important service to advocate coverage for. I’ve been with the OASW since 2009, doing the work to support mental, emotional, and relational wellness for over 10 years With @elitecounselling I have a clinical focus of:... Couples therapy Perinatal (pre-natal & postpartum) counselling and Mindset therapy I’m also happy to say I have training in the Gottman method for couples therapy level 1 & 2, and I’m perinatal mental health certified through @postpartumsupportinternational If you’re in need of support, an appointment can be booked from the bio link, with availability as early as this week! #socialworkweek2021 #youarenotalone #socialworker #therapist #maternalmentalhealth #relationshipsupport #mentalhealth #wellness #perinatalmentalhealth #familyhealth #bipoctherapist #durhamentrepreneur #monday #mindset #motivation #mindfulness #selfcompassion #perfectionism #anxiety #depression #selfcare #durhamsmallbusiness #bowmanville #clarington #durham

It feels hard because it is, parenting expectations are at a high right now. If you haven't seen Jennifer's TED talk, link below, it offers great perspective. One of my favourite parts is when she points out, at the time she was born there was one parenting book on the market and now there's a multitude. She rightly names it as anxiety producing. I see so many moms who struggle with anxiety about ALL the information or worse thinking they're responsible to know it all, not a... good parent if they don't. We have so many ways of feeling less than, right now... Besides the books, later in the talk Jennifer notes how unhappiness in our relationship can seep in when we compare. Add social media to that, and the numerous compareables to ourselves, our kids, partner and relatioship, many struggle... I found Jennifer's a talk calming reminder that it doesn't have to be this way. Take a moment to give yourself that perspective if you need it. https://www.ted.com//jennifer_senior_for_parents_/up-next #parentinginapandemic #parenting #tiredasamother #familyhealth #pregnantinapandemic #pandemicbaby #postpartum #postpartumsupport #maternalmentalhealth #momlife #dadlife #maternalwellness #couplestherapy

Listening non-defensively is easier said than done. We may be quick to notice when another is being defensive or shirking responsibility but not always see it in ourselves. Our opinions and perspective matter, but we can't expect to have others give it space if we aren't hearing them too. #communication #couplestherapy #couplescounselling #marriage #marriageinapandemic #parentinginapandemic #marriedlife #familyhealth #postpartum #postpartumsupport #wellness #relationshiptips #relationshipsupport #familytime #holistictherapy #holisticwellness

Criticism and defensiveness go hand in hand. When present both can breakdown communication. Whether you notice yourself being critical or that you're receiving criticism, understanding what’s underneath can go along way to improving communication. If you notice you're being critical, ask yourself, what’s underneath, and try to express this, instead of the criticism. Talking about yourself, instead of the person's behaviour can allow empathy from the other person instead of de...fensiveness. Ex. I need help with staying on top of the dishes, it’s overwhelming. I notice myself feeling anxious and angry when there’s more versus You never help with anything around the house, it’s always me! If you notice someone criticizing you, try to ask questions instead of becoming defensive. There may be ways you can support or engage compromise. Sometimes it isn’t really about you, when shame is underneath criticism it may come from avoiding that feeling, a defensiveness of sorts (ie. I feel bad about me but you're worse or just as bad). This is not always done consciously. Recognizing this as the one criticizing or being criticized can support boundary setting and working on the real issue. #communication #relationshiptips #parentinginapandemic #familyhealth #postpartum #postpartumsupport #postpartumrelationships #couplestherapy #marriage #marriedlife #growth #wellness #healthyhome #healthymind #mindfulness

"Research shows that when we have compassion for ourselves, it’s easier for us to have compassion for others. We actually become more caring and more helpful." A good read if you're new to self-compassion. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu//how_to_become_a_friend_t

When we meet others, we likely ask how they're doing. We would typically respond accordingly. Happy for them if they share good news. Offering empathy, compassion, support should they need it. However, it's not often we slow down and process how we're doing? This important moment gives us feedback. Even though we may think we know. Taking the moment to assess, seeing oursevles fully, acknowledging the layers of what's there, creates the opportunity to respond accordingl...y. Acknowledging successes and good news can increase motivation. Offering ourselves validation, empathy and compassion can create capacity. Plan of actions can be built off of this one question. We're taught you start the car , you look at your dashboard. Why not as you start your day, check in with yourself? #morningmotivation #thursdaythoughts #goodmorning #howareyoureally #mindfulness #mindset #wellness #mentalhealth #health #therapistsofinstsgram #therapist #maternalmentalhelath #postpartumsupport #perinatalmentalhealth #perinatalmentalhealthcertified #bowmanville #clarington #durham #ontario

It's okay to feel drained, there are reasons. Give yourself space, grace, self-compassion, and validation. Take your time... #mindfulness #selfcompassion #selflove #healibg #bekind #parentinginapandemic #momlife #postpartum #prenatal #maternalmentalhealth #maternalwellness #familyhealth #nopressure #recoveringperfectionist #perfectionism #imperfect #flawsome

Some humour for fellow mermaids and reminder mindset matters. Shout out to everyone just trying their best! #mindset #itsokaynottobeokay #wellnesswednesday #tiredasamother #parentinginapandemic #relationshiphelp #postpartum #pregnantinapandemic #pandemiclife #pandemichumor #bowmanville #durham #durhamentrepreneurs #onemomentatatime

I'm making a move to a bigger space within the collective offices. I'll now be in #201 93 King St W., #bowmanville right across the hall from the current office. The new space allows a more private waiting area and has a second office. Which brings me to exciting news! Kara Pierson, RP will be joining me in the space. She's trained in EMDR, among other modalities for therapy and does fantastic work with adolescents. Looking forward to continuing to support mental, emotional... and relational wellness. Can't wait to share the new set up when ready! Note I remain offering online video sessions only, due to covid safety measures. However, in setting up the new space will be considering how to implement precautions for readiness to reopen in-person sessions. #durham #durhamsmallbusiness #clarington #mindfulness #wellness #sundayvibes #november #perinatalmentalhealth #pregancy #postpartum #relationshipsupport #couplecounselling #marriedlife

There's many reasons why we may not bring up or fully discuss relationship issues, including, thinking we don't have the time, it's not worth it, don't want to ruin a good moment, or not wanting to cause an argument. When we avoid conflict, the issue remains and often intensify. Have the conversation, even if it turns to conflict, you'll likely make more progress than silence. You can always take a healthy break, and come back to talk again when more calm. If you notice your ...relationship needs a tune up, book your appointment in the bio link. #couplecounselling #perinatalmentalhealth #postpartumrelationships #marriagesupport #marriedlife #marriageinapandemic #staymarried #relationshiphelp #relationshipquotes #relationshiptips #saturdayvibes #wellness #familyhealth #faithoverfear #lovetakeswork #bowmanvillemoms #clarington #durham #bowmanville

One of lives greatest simplicities that gets overlooked too often... just be kind. Here's the tricky part, start with to yourself #selfkindness #selfvalidation #selfcare #selfconfidence #selfcompassion #selfempowerment #empowerment #mindset #bekind #itsgoingtobeokay #justbe #breathe #onemomentatatime #tiredasamother #parentinginapandemic #postpartum #perinatalmentalhealth

Do you have dream list on hold? Are you waiting for the right moment, a life event or something to happen first? Are there things you want to do, a way you hope to feel, but you think it's not in your grasp right now? How can you in any small way embody that in this moment? Is there anything you can act on? Can you bring into your present life, how you envision you would feel or think? To keep waiting, we wear out motivation, we may feel distant from our dreams. The fact that... you have the thoughts, the intention, means you're on the path toward them. Acknowledging that and living your dreams in some way, through action and/or feeling, validates its possibility. This inspires hope and feeling motivated. Just something to reflect on this morning that may set you up for a great day... A reminder that I offer therapy related to mindset, relationship and perinatal (pregnancy/postpartum) issues. To find out more see elitec-c.com #mindset #mindsetshift #motivation #wellnesswednesday #wellness #mindfulness #mindfulliving #mindful #simplepleasures #vision #growthmindset #dreamer #bestlife #bowmanville #clarington #durham #durhamentrepreneurs #ontario