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In these challenging times, it’s become necessary to take care of our mental health. Stressors like Covid, work, studies or finances can take their toll on our physical and mental health. While we can...

You have the education, the skills, and now all you need are the clients. How do Counselling Therapists find their way after practicum ends and once they’re ready to start their private practice?

“Standing or status that is bestowed upon one human being, by others, implies recognition, respect and trust. Through this recognition, respect and trust, the personhood of an individual will be enhanced, as well as their wellbeing.” - Tom Kitwood

Empathy, reflective listening, building rapport, and strong communication skills are key traits every successful counsellor needs. Each of these skills are taught at the beginning of Stenberg’s Counse...

As we age, simple activities we have always loved may become more difficult. Whether it is walking along the seawall, singing karaoke, or cooking at home; age can sneak up on us and our bodies may sta...

When we think of counselling, individual counselling is usually one of the types that come to mind. It’s intended for people struggling with personal life stressors who require individualized help. Ot...

Step aside ‘Bucket List’, there’s a new list in town: the ‘What Makes You Feel Alive List’!

Happy New Year, readers! Many people make resolutions to start the new year. I know I did. Mine was the typical “I will stop procrastinating”, “I will exercise more”, and “I will drink more water”. I...

The Therapeutic Recreation Assistant Diploma is a combined delivery program, which means most of the course is delivered online. This week we reconvened on campus as a class for the first time since t...

Going back to school as an adult learner certainly adds a bit of chaos into your life. Juggling work, family and schoolwork is possible but it requires some diligent schedule management. In my case, I...

Have you ever made a decision that changed the course of your life? Earlier this year, I did. After spending the last decade immersed in a career in the financial services industry, I decided to pursu...

As I continue to gain exposure to different communities requiring support workers, volunteers and individuals who have insight into the causes and effects of mental health and addictions, I am driven...

By the riverside

HOPE IS WHY WE ARE HERE.

When I first heard about the Be the Change conference hosted by Stenberg College, my excitement rapidly grew. I did not know what to expect or that it would affect me in the ways that it did. So,...

It is heartbreaking when we read about how bullying can sometimes lead to people taking their own lives. My heart sinks and I ask myself a one-word question, “Why?” Why does such cruelty exist? Why di...

I chose my area of study, Therapeutic Recreation (Gerontology) because it aligns nicely with my goals and sensibilities. In selecting this track, however, I had to consider the nature of the course it...

I appreciate witnessing random acts of kindness unfolding in public places. I could be jogging and catch a glimpse of a person chasing a bus and making it onboard because the driver caught sight of th...