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Using DBT to Regulate as a New Parent
If you’re a new parent feeling overwhelmed, know this: you are not broken—and you are not alone. It’s okay to need support. In fact, asking for help is one of the most courageous and loving things you can do for yourself and your family. At our Vancouver clinic, we specialize in Trauma-Informed DBT Therapy and work with new parents who want to build resilience, regulate emotions, and break generational cycles. We offer: In-person DBT counselling in Vancouver
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Cara Mann
May 304 min read


Do I have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Many people wonder if they have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). BPD and Complex PTSD overlap and may have similar symptoms. mental. health counselling that fits may depend on where you are in life right now. DBT and EMDR and both effective therapies for BPD and Complex Trauma.
April Griffin
May 78 min read


Therapy for Complex PTSD: How to Cope with Painful Feelings of being Alone
Those with Complex PTSD struggle with deep feelings of being alone It is often relationship challenges that drive a person to seek...
April Griffin
May 64 min read


Three DBT Emotion Regulation Skills Helpful for PTSD
Here are three DBT emotion regulation skills that you can use in your daily life that are especially helpful for those who have experienced
April Griffin
Feb 144 min read


Healing Attachment Trauma with EMDR therapy
Healing from attachment trauma can be a multi-layered process that can take time. EMDR therapy provides resources to heal.
April Griffin
Feb 134 min read


How EMDR and DBT Therapy Can be Combined for Effective Therapy for Complex PTSD
EMDR and DBT can be effectively used in tandem to help improve the quality of life in people with CPTSD
April Griffin
Jan 227 min read


The Freeze Response in Complex Trauma
The freeze response in complex ptsd is often experienced after a fight or flight response, and is often in response to trauma triggers.
April Griffin
Oct 22, 20243 min read


How EMDR Therapy Heals Sexual Assault
EMDR is an effective therapy to heal from sexual assault. Our skilled EMDR can help you heal today.
April Griffin
Oct 6, 20243 min read


How to care for yourself after experiencing a sexual assault
After experiencing sexual assault it is normal to feel scared and in shock. The number one priority is your safety and well-being.
April Griffin
Jul 15, 20245 min read


The Lasting Effects of Childhood Bullying
When I was a little child there was a saying “sticks and stones will break your bones, but names will never hurt you”. I learned quickly...
April Griffin
Jun 10, 20243 min read


Was it really sexual assault? (Trigger Warning….discussion of sexual assault)
Was it really sexual assault?
April Griffin
May 9, 20233 min read


Working with men to heal from trauma? The hardest part is getting started in counselling.
There is a long-running stigma that stops men from seeking therapy. Traditionally women have been more likely than men to seek therapy. ...
April Griffin
Apr 10, 20233 min read
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