Lakeside Wellness and Counselling

Taking time is one of the best gifts you can give yourself.

If there was ever an album to listen to in its entirety…this is the album. I love so many songs on this album 🧡🧡🧡

We can’t have Reconciliation without Truth. Today is the day to start educating yourself on Canada’s historical and current treatment of Canada’s Indigenous People’s. . . . . .

Self-care and mental well-being can take many forms 🚣‍♂️. What are some ways you like to take care of you?

There are things in this life that you can't control and you can't let them get to you. You have to just keep focusing on those things you can control and move forward. 😊

This quote is always easier said than done. Working on self-control takes a lot of dedication and perseverance. However, that is not to say you will ever fully master any of this at all times there will be times where your emotions get the better of you and that is okay too.

You have to tend your garden of sleep in order for it bloom! Following the tips listed in the garden will help you to have a better sleep which will help to improve your mental and physical health!

Sleep plays an integral role in your mental health so it is important that you form healthy sleeping habits 😴.

Sleep is an important part of our every day life! It is necessary for a healthy mind and body! This week we will be touching on the topic of sleep. 😴

Catnaps on ! Let us know in the comments what you are doing today for your !

What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?

With this series of images we will be going over what the basics of OCD are. This post is by no means a self-diagnosis tool. If you or someone you love is suffering from OCD it is important to seek medical and/or psychotherapy services for treatment.

✨ Just be yourself ✨

Here are some more self-care tips to add to your summer routines!

Summer Self-Care! Self-care is so important for your mental and physical health. Take time out of your day to engage in self-care activities such as sleep and exercise! Stay tuned for more activities tomorrow!

When everything seems overwhelming focus on the daily activities you can do to help your mental health. This week we will be talking about self-care and how it can help to improve your mental and physical well-being.

We are taking this long weekend to relax and unwind! Kayaking and enjoying nature are just some of the things we do to destress. What do you do to relax? Let us know in the comments! 🚣‍♀️⛺️

Shame is a self-conscious emotion that can cause someone to be very hard on themselves. It can be harmful to a person's mental health if it is left to its own devices.

Shame, what it is and why should you know more about it. Stay tuned this week to find out more!

If you think you are struggling with shame and the feelings it stems from or causes, talking it out in therapy is a good place to start the healing process. You can book an appointment by following the link in our bio.

Knowing when and how to apologize can be hard sometimes but taking time to reflect on your actions can help you to understand what happened. An apology cannot always fix the wrong but that doesn't mean it isn't important because it does show the person or people involved that you are willing to learn and prevent the mistake from happening again.

The weekend is coming to a close and as we all take time to unwind it is a great time to reflect on the week. Journaling or meditation are great ways to aid in reflection and relaxation!

Guilt can be harmful to your mental health if it is unproductive and continuous because it can contribute to anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Taking time to reflect on your feelings or seeing a therapist to talk about what you are feeling are good ways to help you cope.

This week we will be discussing guilt. Guilt is a complex emotion that is often misunderstood or equated with shame. However, guilt is something that needs to be understood in terms of whether it is productive or unproductive as guilt can have a detrimental effect on a person's mental health.

Letting go is hard but if it is something you can't control the outcome for then try your best to free your mind from the worries. 😌

What are you grateful for today?

A sunset? Your health? Your friends and family?

Let us know in the comments! 😊👇

Therapy is for everyone! There are different kinds of therapy you can attend such as individual or group and you can even attend therapy online or via phone call.

Going to therapy shouldn't have the stigma that it does. If you would treat a physical health issue why would you not treat a mental health issue? Mental health matters and so does the treatment of it.

Be yourself, imperfections and mistakes are a natural part of life nobody is ever perfect no matter what their social media might suggest. Don't let a fear of being imperfect keep you from living your life to the fullest. Easier said than done, trust me, we know! If you are struggling or need someone to talk to you can book an appointment with us by following the link in our bio.

Today we are rounding off the relationship series with what makes a healthy relationship for couples. Check out our graphics for some examples of what makes a healthy relationship!