by Cascade Christian Counselling | May 29, 2023 | Depression, Uncategorized
Humans are wonderfully made, and created to engage with each other in community. To be connected is the most fundamental and essential ingredient for mental health, strong relationships and productive lives. Currently, as the waves of confusion, fright, hate, hurt,...
by Cascade Christian Counselling | May 29, 2023 | Marriage & Relationships, Uncategorized
In my work as a Couple’s Counsellor, I hear many legitimate hurts and concerns brought up by partners in marriage. I consider it a privilege to be able to help couples hear one another and gain new understanding into what their partner is saying. However, I also hear...
by Cascade Christian Counselling | Jun 12, 2020 | Blog, Faith, Pandemic, Uncategorized
Fostering courage and resilience during the pandemic. We recognize that fear is everywhere. The invisible corona virus heightens fears of disease, infection, dying, losing touch of financial losses or ruin. Scriptures back up this reality check that to be afraid is...
by Cascade Christian Counselling | Jun 12, 2020 | Faith, Stress, Uncategorized
You may have found yourself using the word “stressed” a lot, as you take on the role of a homeschool teacher, wait in an hour-long lineup, or consider your finances. According to the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, stress can be organized into...
by Cascade Christian Counselling | Nov 6, 2019 | Faith, Uncategorized
One of the consistent sad themes that surfaces in my counseling sessions at Cascade is the dark dynamic of inner negativity and self-criticism. It is as though many of us have been trained in excelling at punishing ourselves and belittling ourselves with...
by Cascade Christian Counselling | Nov 6, 2019 | Stress, Uncategorized
“I’m so stressed.” “I’m under so much stress.” “You stress me out.” Stress is a part of our daily lives. We have stressors, things that cause a stress reaction, and we have a stress response, a physical, psychological and emotional reaction to the stressor. Our bodies...