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Trauma-Informed Care in BC: What It Means in Counselling

Trauma-Informed Care in BC: What It Means in Counselling

by Turning Tides Admin | May 8, 2026 | Trauma & the Body

The phrase “trauma-informed care” appears on a lot of therapy websites. It is on more sites than the actual training warrants. The label has outpaced what it is supposed to describe, and that creates a real problem for someone who is trying to find a...
What Is High-Functioning Anxiety (And Why Does It Feel Invisible?)

What Is High-Functioning Anxiety (And Why Does It Feel Invisible?)

by Turning Tides Admin | May 8, 2026 | Anxiety

The phrase “high-functioning anxiety” gets used as if it is a category of person, but it is not a diagnosis. It is not in the DSM. It is a name people give to a particular shape that anxiety takes when it lives alongside getting things done. The reason it...
Types of Therapy and Coaching in BC: How to Figure Out What Fits

Types of Therapy and Coaching in BC: How to Figure Out What Fits

by Turning Tides Admin | May 8, 2026 | Beginner Hub Posts

Most people who type something like “what kind of therapy do I need” into a search bar are not asking a definitional question. They are asking a personal one. Something is off, something feels heavier than it should, a transition is not going the way they...
Life Coaching vs. Therapy: Which One Do I Actually Need?

Life Coaching vs. Therapy: Which One Do I Actually Need?

by Turning Tides Admin | May 8, 2026 | Life Coaching

Most people who type “life coaching vs therapy” into a search bar are not asking a definitional question. They are asking a personal one. Something is going on in their life, they want help with it, and they cannot tell which kind of help fits. This post...
What to Expect in Your First Counselling Session

What to Expect in Your First Counselling Session

by Turning Tides Admin | May 8, 2026 | Anxiety

Most people show up to their first counselling session a little nervous, even when they have wanted to be there for months. The unknown does that. You have not done this before, you do not know what the room will feel like, and you do not know what is expected of you....
LGBTQ2S-Affirming Therapist in BC: What It Means and Why It Matters

LGBTQ2S-Affirming Therapist in BC: What It Means and Why It Matters

by Turning Tides Admin | May 5, 2026 | LGBTQ2S Identity

Most therapy websites in BC say they are inclusive. The word “affirming” appears on a lot of pages. The experience of finding a therapist who actually understands what affirming means, who has done the specific work, who will not require you to teach them...
Why Trauma Makes Relationships Hard (And What to Do About It)

Why Trauma Makes Relationships Hard (And What to Do About It)

by Turning Tides Admin | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog

Why Trauma Makes Relationships Hard (And What to Do About It)Feb 113 min readWhy Trauma Makes Relationships Hard (And What to Do About It)Trauma, especially complex PTSD (CPTSD), can deeply impact how we connect with others. Whether you’ve experienced childhood...
Healing the Wounds: Navigating Attachment Styles in Complex Trauma Recovery

Healing the Wounds: Navigating Attachment Styles in Complex Trauma Recovery

by Turning Tides Admin | Feb 10, 2025 | Blog

Healing the Wounds: Navigating Attachment Styles in Complex Trauma RecoveryFeb 102 min readUpdated: Feb 11As a trauma-informed counsellor, I understand the profound impact that early attachment experiences have on individuals, especially those who have endured complex...
Welcome Back: Why Autumn Is the Perfect Time to Recommit to Your Well-Being

Welcome Back: Why Autumn Is the Perfect Time to Recommit to Your Well-Being

by Turning Tides Admin | Oct 4, 2024 | Blog

Welcome Back: Why Autumn Is the Perfect Time to Recommit to Your Well-BeingOct 4, 20242 min readAs summer fades into the background and the cooler, crisper days of autumn arrive, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of back-to-school routines, work commitments,...
Uncovering the Origins of Self-Care: A Journey Through History

Uncovering the Origins of Self-Care: A Journey Through History

by Turning Tides Admin | Sep 23, 2024 | Blog

Uncovering the Origins of Self-Care: A HistorySep 23, 20244 min readScrolling through social media, self-care often appears as a luxury, associated with indulgent activities like bubble baths and yoga sessions, typically marketed to young, affluent individuals....
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