Empowering Change in a Single Session: The Revolution of Single Session Therapy at Acorn Counselling In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health care, individuals seeking support often face challenges such as long waitlists and time constraints. Recognizing the need for immediate assistance, Acorn Counselling is proud to introduce Single Session...
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How to address Depression in Adults & Teens
Nurturing the Light Within: Understanding and Navigating Depression in Adults and Teens As we approach the winter months, it's important to recognize the unique challenges that depression poses for both adults and teens, and to explore strategies to manage symptoms and support well-being. Depression can cast a shadow over daily...
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Art Therapy
Art Therapy Art therapy is a unique form of therapy that combines the benefits of traditional talk therapy with the expression and creativity of art. It can be useful for children, youth, and adults who are struggling with a range of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and...
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Community Care
Don't sting like a bee, live like a bee: focusing on community care We've all heard it before, the differences between the Western individualistic culture and the Eastern collectistic culture. Let's not beat around the bush, the perspective pushed onto us through media and text has been that the Western...
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Children & Grief
Caregiving Through Grief The loss of a loved one can be one of life’s most painful experiences. It is a time where we are navigating our own emotions, thoughts and transitioning into a new way of being and it can feel extra complex and challenging when we are simultaneously supporting...
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IFS: Parts in Parenting
IFS: Parts in Parenting Parenting, in all its complexity, offers us moments of intense emotions and experiences, sometimes in a way that feels polarizing or confusing. Perhaps it is deep frustration and deep love simultaneously. Or maybe a joined sense of loneliness and over touch. A need to be alone...
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Self-Care in Everyday Actions
How to Incorporate Acts of Self-Care in Everyday Actions Do you ever find yourself feeling exhausted, short-tempered, easily irritated, or losing joy and energy in things you previously enjoyed? Perhaps mental or medical health concerns or other possible stressors related to work or relationships contribute to these feelings. If you...
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After-school meltdowns
After-school meltdowns: Why are they happening, and what can we do to help? September is here and that means one thing - back to school. There are so many transitions happening during this time, including new routines to adjust to for most members of the household. But there may be...
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Free Mini E-Course for Parents of Anxious Kids
We know it can be hard as a parent to know if your child is having issues with anxiety. In this 5-part series, we uncover ways you can help your child and family members ease worry and increase confidence.
