Living Hope Counselling Services

Last week I participated in some training that took me to the halfway point of my Certified S*x Addiction Therapist certification.

S*x addiction/compulsive sexual behaviour can negatively impact all areas of life including family, employment, and self esteem. If you, or someone you know is struggling in this area I can help.

While I'm in this training period, I have the opportunity to offer the S*xual Dependency Inventory at no cost. The Inventory usually costs $200, and it is a comprehensive inventory that assesses sexual behaviour along with many other factors such as attachment styles, and trauma history. It offers information that can help create a treatment plan to address problematic behaviours.

The first 3 individuals that contact me can take the assessment as well as have 1 follow up therapy session with me at no cost. If you or someone you know can benefit from this offer, contact me through FB, through my website at www.livinghopecounselling.com, or at 519-277-1759.

As always, confidentiality will be respected.

Hello friends! I am having technical difficulties with my website and email. Feel free to contact me through this page if you need to get a hold of me. Hopefully, the issues will be resolved soon!🤞

I am happy to announce that with the lifted mask mandate, I am now available for in-person sessions once again! Contact me if you'd like to book a session. Virtual sessions are still available.

It's now easier to contact Living Hope Counselling Services.

Sometimes we fight because it’s all we’ve ever known. Clarify what you need, and fight for that.

This is a good thing to remember……..

There is always pushback when we try to implement healthy boundaries. A good support network can be helpful to encourage us to continue to be brave, and work towards healthy relationships.

This was too good not to share!

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Waiting for something someone can't, or won't, give you keeps you in a powerless position. Moving on is a way to take back control of your life and heal regardless of anyone else. They’ve already taken up enough of your energy. Release those expectations and release yourself.

This is a great article that explains co-dependence, where it cones from, and how it presents in our adult lives. Worth the read!

Parentified Child: When a Child has to Act Like an Adult - Live Well with Sharon Martin A parentified child takes on adult responsiblities which create tremendous stress and lasting effects even in adulthood, including codependency.

Time………….and self-compassion.

When we learn to authentically ask for what we need, and voice our truth we avoid playing games and getting trapped in the Drama Triangle.

You’re worth the space, and your voice matters.

Forgiveness and accountability are not mutually exclusive.

When people can't tolerate their feelings or accept accountability they often try to “pass the buck” to someone else through blame. You don’t have to pick up what they’re putting down. It is not your job to save others from their feelings.

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Just like that……….

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When someone continually shows you who they are, believe them.

Sometimes we can mistakenly label our “people pleasing” tendencies a “servant heart”.

Yes.

Yes, yes, and yes!

Here's another good one. We are not “selfish” for asking for what we need. We do not have to always consider our needs last.

For all of you that feel the weight of responsibility for everyone around you....

Just a reminder for those of us that struggle with showing loving kindness to ourselves.

On this day that we celebrate women all around the world, I'd like to share my gratitude for all the women that have allowed me to walk beside them on their journey. Your strength is inspiring, and it is a privilege to be part of your story.