Guiding Hearts

10/29/2025

Guiding Hearts will be at the Maple Ridge Seniors Village Christmas Bazaar on November 27, just preparing by making aromatherapy bracelets.

10/21/2025

✨ Origin Story of Guiding Hearts Wellness, the trunk to its off shoot branches of clinical counseling, wedding officiant, chair yoga teacher, books and products.

Guiding Hearts Wellness was born from a dream I carried more than 25 years ago in Powell River—a vision of a healing centre where people could come to be nourished, supported, and restored.

Working as a long-term care aide, I witnessed firsthand how deeply alcohol use, addictions, mental health struggles, trauma, anxiety, and depression are intertwined. I knew people needed more than care for the body—they needed spaces of compassion, creativity, and connection for the soul.

Along the way, I had to work on my own healing too. Dysfunction exists in every family, and alcoholism touches every family in some way—if not immediate, then somewhere in the lineage. I believe we can all be predisposed to addiction in some form. I had to face my own issues, to see clearly what was working and what wasn’t, what was draining my time and what was aligning with my path. That journey of self-examination has brought me closer to my vision and my calling.

Through it all, one belief has guided me: that the Creator is my universal source, and from that place I can offer others respect, dignity, and care, no matter their background or spiritual path.

I’ve also come to see that when we numb our pain—whether through alcohol, avoidance, or blame—we lose the ability to see the whole picture. Numbing narrows our focus to the hurt itself or to how others’ dysfunction has shaped us. True healing doesn’t come from walking away or pointing fingers; it begins when we widen the lens, engage in honest conversation, and take responsibility for our own part. Healing deepens even further when each person involved is willing to do the same.

I have always wanted to be a counselor. All my life I’ve been the one who sat and listened—to friends, to family, to anyone, no matter the hour. Guiding Hearts Wellness is the unfolding of that lifelong calling: a place for healing, creativity, and renewal, rooted in the dream that first lit my heart decades ago.

10/17/2025

💙 Caring for the Caregiver 💙

When we talk about caregiving, we often talk about burnout. But there’s more to the story. Many caregivers experience vicarious trauma—carrying the guilt, anger, or even unresolved childhood pain that caregiving can stir up.

For some, caring for aging parents reopens wounds from the past—maybe growing up in a home with alcoholism or dysfunction. And then suddenly, you’re the one with power of attorney, making decisions, managing care, and holding all the responsibility.

It’s no wonder caregiving can feel overwhelming. These deep layers of stress, grief, and family dynamics don’t just go away on their own—they need space, compassion, and healing.

I know how to walk alongside you in this. Together, we can process what’s surfacing, release some of the heavy weight, and help you find your balance again.

www.guiding-hearts.com

10/17/2025

So many caregivers — whether you’re supporting aging parents, working in community health, extended care, intermediate care, or assisted living — are carrying heavy loads right now. 💛

For 24 years, I worked alongside seniors and their families as a Continuing Care Assistant. I know the burnout, the grief, the loneliness, and the exhaustion that comes when you’re always giving and rarely receiving. It can feel like you’re invisible, like your needs don’t matter.

And for some, caring for senior parents can also stir up unresolved childhood trauma, which makes the load even heavier.

That’s why my counselling practice is dedicated to caring for the caregiver. Through counselling, creative practices, and gentle chair yoga, I offer a safe space to release stress, process emotions, and reconnect with yourself. Because you matter too. 🌿

If you or someone you love is a caregiver who needs support, I’d love to connect. You don’t have to carry it all alone.

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Healing through Understanding, Empathy and Care

09/12/2025

Excellent workshop I was able to host yesterday in Abbotsford called, Mental Health First Aid. Put on by the Mental Health Commission of Canada and the DoMore Agriculture Foundation. Training people to become Mental Health First Aid workers at their job site, supporting people struggling with mental health issues. They are not to diagnosis or counsel people only provide support and resources. Excellent day, and grateful for the opportunity to have been selected in advocating better mental health and advocate for more of these types of workshops that will benefit everyone.

08/31/2025

Out supporting the Sikh community at Nagar Kirtan today and respect for my landlords family and neighbours. They have been such great people to rent from since moving here from Vancouver Island 3.5 years ago. .

08/09/2025

I’m so excited to be part of a new book released on Amazon yesterday: How My Pet Saved Me.

For me, not being able to have a baby was a deep loss I had to grieve. Then my sweet dog Dollie came into my life, offering me unconditional love and healing. Later, Lily joined our little family, bringing even more joy.

This author-inspired collection shares the powerful stories of women and the pets who rescued their hearts. I’d be so grateful if you purchased a copy and experienced these beautiful journeys for yourself. ❤️

08/06/2025

🌿 Free 12-Week DBT Skills Group

Begins Monday, August 25 | 6:30–8:00 PM PST
Held Online via Zoom
Facilitated by Trish Scoular, RPC | Guiding Hearts Clinical Counseling

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling in relationships, or just looking for practical tools to manage stress and build a stronger inner foundation?

You’re invited to join a free 12-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills group—a structured and supportive space to learn evidence-based strategies that truly work.

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What You’ll Learn:

Each week, we’ll explore and practice the four core DBT skill areas:
• 🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness – Stay present and grounded
• 🌿 Emotion Regulation – Understand and manage intense emotions
• 💥 Distress Tolerance – Navigate crisis moments without making things worse
• 🤝 Interpersonal Effectiveness – Communicate clearly and maintain healthy boundaries

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About Your Facilitator:

I’m Trish Scoular, a Registered Professional Counsellor (RPC) in good standing with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association since 2014. I bring over a decade of trauma-informed, compassionate experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys.
I’m fully insured and also trained as a DBT facilitator.

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What to Expect:
• 📅 Start Date: Monday, August 25
• ⏰ Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM Pacific Time
• 💻 Format: Live group sessions via Zoom (camera optional)
• 📄 Materials: Handouts, worksheets, and weekly take-home practices
• 🗣 Pre-Group Individual Meeting: Each participant will have a short 1:1 Zoom meeting with me before the group begins to assess your needs and explore how this group can support you best.
• 🧡 Cost: Absolutely free

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Who This Is For:
• Adults (18+)
• Those seeking healthier ways to manage emotions, stress, or relationships
• No formal diagnosis or prior therapy required
• A willingness to participate, reflect, and grow

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Register or Learn More:

📧 Email: trish@guiding-hearts.com
🌐 Website: www.guiding-hearts.com
📞 Phone: 250-701-6128

08/06/2025

🌿 Free 12-Week DBT Skills Group

Begins Monday, August 25 | 6:30–8:00 PM PST
Held Online via Zoom
Facilitated by Trish Scoular, RPC | Guiding Hearts Clinical Counseling

⸻

Are you feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling in relationships, or just looking for practical tools to manage stress and build a stronger inner foundation?

You’re invited to join a free 12-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills group—a structured and supportive space to learn evidence-based strategies that truly work.

⸻

What You’ll Learn:

Each week, we’ll explore and practice the four core DBT skill areas:
• 🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness – Stay present and grounded
• 🌿 Emotion Regulation – Understand and manage intense emotions
• 💥 Distress Tolerance – Navigate crisis moments without making things worse
• 🤝 Interpersonal Effectiveness – Communicate clearly and maintain healthy boundaries

⸻

About Your Facilitator:

I’m Trish Scoular, a Registered Professional Counsellor (RPC) in good standing with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association since 2014. I bring over a decade of trauma-informed, compassionate experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys.
I’m fully insured and also trained as a DBT and GPT (Guided Processing Therapy) facilitator.

⸻

What to Expect:
• 📅 Start Date: Monday, August 25
• ⏰ Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM Pacific Time
• 💻 Format: Live group sessions via Zoom (camera optional)
• 📄 Materials: Handouts, worksheets, and weekly take-home practices
• 🗣 Pre-Group Individual Meeting: Each participant will have a short 1:1 Zoom meeting with me before the group begins to assess your needs and explore how this group can support you best.
• 🧡 Cost: Absolutely free

⸻

Who This Is For:
• Adults (18+)
• Those seeking healthier ways to manage emotions, stress, or relationships
• No formal diagnosis or prior therapy required
• A willingness to participate, reflect, and grow

⸻

Register or Learn More:

📧 Email: trish@guiding-hearts.com
🌐 Website: www.guiding-hearts.com
📞 Phone: 250-701-6128

07/14/2025

Love my two sweet Punjabi friends. Girls night out celebrating our birthdays.