NEON Counselling
#112 - 3121 Hill Road V4V1G1 Lake Country, BC, Canada

I am constantly telling people to trust their gut. The fut never lies or let's us go down the wrong path. The gut feels energy...good & bad. Learn to trust the energy. Trust the vibes. Trust your gut. Trust yourself.

Happy Mother's Day to all moms.

Sorry... May 4th. It had to be done. #starwars #may4th #counselling #wandawisdom #lakecountry #kelowna

There are days we want to give up. Pain. Financial burdens. Relationships. School. Anxiety. Giving up seems like the only way to get out of the crap we are in. The bitches in our head swirl around negatives telling us we can't do it. Well f**k that!! You can do it. You will do it. Kick some bitch ass this week!

People learn by example; choose wisely. Work, TV, video games, friends, books. All can influence our minds, especially little ones. Be active in these activities, choose wise words & actions. Someone is always watching & learning. #choosewisely #leadbyexample #active #beapositiveinfluence #wandawisdom #counselling #acceptingclients #lakecountry #kelowna #vernon #okanagan #supportlocal

Growth happens not only to us physically, but mentally as well. Stuffing down stress, problem, trauma and our feelings only provides room for growth. The more we shake it, the more it grows. Sometimes to dangerous levels. So, take your stuff out & bare it. Just like a toddler learning about themselves, you should too.

Hard times are here for many of us and no one really knows how to determine where or how they are doing.Here is an easy to understand chart on four stages of crisis mode. 1. Thriving is a great baseline. A goal for many us! 2. Surviving is our first "hint" that something is off and we should take some action to find support for ourselves. 3. Struggling is getting deep into crisis and this is where we start to "hide out" and treat ourselves by self medicating, withdrawing, ...avoiding and being embarrassed. A huge body symptom shout out telling us to get some support now! 4. In crisis is full blown crisis mode. We can't see a way out nor do we have the energy, patience or temperament to try. Our brain is screaming for help and will start to "shut down" your body to force you to listen. Getting sick, chronic fatigue, stomach issues, brain fog, anger.... When in doubt, check in with yourself. "What am I thinking? "What am I feeling?" "Where do I feel this in my body?" "What can I do right now?" "What can I control?"

To everyone who is or was getting tired of hearing me whine!!!! 2 weeks!!!!! Oh happy day has arrived for us all. Surgery date finally!

From our couch to yours...Merry Christmas.

Gunther & Higgins want to wish you a wonderful Christmas. They hope you get as spoiled as they are daily.

Christmas planning...

This year! There truly are no words for what thousands of people, more like millions have been going through. I know myself have found this year to be exceptionally hard financially, business impacted not to mention my own mental health teetering. Please know, I am here. I know what a shitshow this has been. I know tears, feelings of anger, being scared, terrified and riddled anxiety. No books. No medical jargon. No BS. Just reality based counselling with a laugh.

Letting go of the past takes work, especially if we are letting go of someone or something we loved that hurt us. We may still have guilt, shame and even love. The past does not need us. The past does not define who we are. The past does not determine where we go. Touch the past...Embrace the future. It's time.

Oh boy....TGIF.

No matter what you do, someone won't like it. So sing loud, smile big and dance wild.

Anger build up is huge for all. Adults, children, individuals living with autism, mental health...the list goes on and pertains to everyone. I've explained anger through the Coke Bottle Effect many times, explained how we can say we are "fine" or "had a really good day" and yet, the second we get home (or sometimes even before we've left work) we blow up. Imagine yourself as a bottle of Coke. Every time something stressful happens the bottle is shaken. Nothing much seems to...Continue reading

Before giving up... #askyourself #importantquestions #dontgiveup #reachout #wandawisdom #lakecountry #kelowna #counselling #acceptingnewclients #localcounselling

Halloween week begins...just because something's scary doesn't mean there isn't a message. Messages come in everything we do. Why do we do it? How are we doing it? What stops us from changing? Who is our support? Our hold back? I'm not a fan of horror movies, but I am a fan at changing perspectives... and cartoons #halloween #adventure #nevergiveup #neversettle #beyou #yourcalling #workhardplayhard #followyourdreams #destress #cartoon #perspectives #wandawisdom #counsellingwithhumour #counselling #lakecountry #kelowna #localcounselling

As many know, I am awaiting surgery and need to be in perfect health to ensure this happens. Starting November 1, 2020 all sessions will be offered only via tele-counselling to increase my chances of staying healthy. Wanda is in a bubble! #letskeepmehealthy #thewaitison #letsgetthisballrolling #telecounselling

Now that "Winter Autumn" is on its way, the weeks are getting longer. Self care is huge during the next 5-6 months, and I'm not just talking sherpa comfies. What is your self care during this season? Mine is my sherpa comfy (thanks KH), coffee (thanks BC), my dogs (thanks God), and electric blankets with sherpa (thanks best hubby ever)

EMDR is provided at NEON Counselling...no cow bell or belly shaking needed. (That costs extra).

Let's start our week off with this beautiful & powerful message to all genders!

Many people expect therapists to give them answers to their issues and concerns, but this isn't how it works. Therapy is a road where YOU find the answers yourself by the therapists providing different perspectives, different ways to view something and a non-emotional sounding board. You have the answers, we help you find them.

Long week brings out my wild weekends. Weekends are my time to unwind and rejuvenate my inner soul. What do you do to freshen your soul? #selfcare #reconnect #weekend #lakecountry #kelowna #wandawisdom

Human kindness is a free gift we can give & receive. A beautiful blessing. Let's look out for each other & ourselves. #blessings #character #humankindness #gift #lookoutforeachother #whattrulymatters #connection #love #respect #wandawisdom #lakecountry #kelowna #counselling

Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Take time to reflect on what you are grateful for. God. Health. Family. Love. Furbabies. Beef Jerky. Ginger Ale.