Inner Growth Counselling

10/13/2025

Wishing you all a gentle Thanksgiving this year 💛

And remember, gratitude doesn't have to be anything big. If today feels complicated, that’s okay. Gratitude can be as simple as noticing a moment of peace, a breath of fresh air, or the presence of someone who cares.

04/17/2025

We are so excited to have made it into the final voting round in 2 categories as part of Barrie's Community Votes- Psychology Clinic & Therapy and Counselling services. Please take a moment to vote for us to show your support. Thank you 🫶

Official 2025 Community Voting Awards Platform for Barrie, ON. Where the community votes for their favourites every year.

04/16/2025

High-functioning depression is often invisible. On the outside, you might seem “fine”—going to work, smiling, handling responsibilities. But inside, it can feel like you’re barely holding it together. It’s exhausting to wear a mask every day, pretending you're okay when you're struggling to feel anything at all.

Just because someone appears strong doesn’t mean they aren’t hurting. Check on your “high-functioning” friends. And if that’s you—your pain is valid, even if it’s hidden. You deserve support, too.

04/13/2025

Anger is a valid emotion—but how we express it matters. Bottling it up or exploding can damage our mental health and relationships. Finding safe, healthy ways to process anger—like journaling, talking it out, moving your body, or setting boundaries—helps release the pressure without causing harm. Anger often hides hurt, fear, or unmet needs. When we learn to sit with it, understand it, and respond mindfully, we take back control and protect our peace. You’re allowed to feel angry—just give it a healthy outlet.

04/10/2025

Loving someone unconditionally doesn’t mean accepting everything unconditionally. You can love deeply and still say, “This isn’t okay.” Love doesn’t require you to shrink, tolerate disrespect, or abandon your boundaries. Real love—healthy love—includes accountability, communication, and mutual respect. Setting limits doesn’t make you heartless; it makes you honest. You can care for someone and still protect your peace.

04/07/2025

Most of us are familiar with depression - whether you have struggled with it personally, have a friend or family member who has experienced it, or you may have just read about it. But there are many aspects to depression that people aren't aware of. One of them is depression fatigue.

Depression fatigue is more than feeling tired—it’s an all-consuming exhaustion that drains your body, mind, and spirit. It makes even the smallest tasks feel impossible and everyday life feel overwhelming. This kind of fatigue isn’t fixed with sleep or rest; it’s rooted deep in mental and emotional struggle. It can make you feel lazy or guilty, but it’s not your fault. Be gentle with yourself. Healing isn’t linear, and surviving is a victory in itself. You’re doing your best—and that is enough. 💛

03/26/2025

You can’t change the family you were born into, but you can change how you see them, how you set boundaries, and how you respond. Growth doesn’t mean cutting ties (unless you need to); it means choosing peace over patterns, understanding over resentment, and self-care over obligation. You’re not responsible for their actions—only your own. Rewrite the narrative, heal, and protect your energy.

02/13/2025

A strong relationship is built on teamwork, not competition. Your partner is your ally, not your opponent. When you work together, support each other’s goals, and face challenges as a unit, you create a bond that’s unshakable. Celebrate wins together, lift each other up during tough times, and always remember—it’s not you vs. them, it’s both of you vs. the problem. True love thrives when you choose partnership and collaboration. How do you and your partner show up as a team?

02/10/2025

February is the month of love 😍 If you're wondering if your relationship is healthy or if you need some guidance navigating dating to find the "perfect" partner, then this article is for you!

As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air! It’s the time of year when we reflect on our relationships and what we truly want & need. Understanding the signs of both healthy and unhealthy relationships is crucial to ensuring we invest our time and energy into positive relationships, and n...

02/10/2025

Starting over can feel scary, but sometimes it’s exactly what you need to build the life you deserve. Letting go of what no longer serves you—whether it’s a job, relationship, or mindset—opens the door to new opportunities, growth, and happiness. Every ending is also a beginning, and every fresh start is a chance to create something better. Don’t let fear keep you stuck - trust yourself and try to embrace change! Have you ever started over and found something amazing? Share your story!

02/05/2025

No couple is perfect, and that’s a good thing! Healthy relationships aren’t about never making mistakes—they’re about learning, growing, and showing up for each other, even when things get messy. Misunderstandings happen, tempers flare, and not every day feels like a fairytale. But healthy couples apologize, listen, and work through challenges together. They don’t aim for perfection; they aim for progress. Love isn’t about getting everything right—it’s about choosing each other, flaws and all. What’s something you’ve learned from imperfection in your relationship?

02/02/2025

Anger isn’t always loud—it can hide in exhaustion, irritability, overthinking, or even withdrawing from loved ones. When we don’t recognize these subtle signs, anger can build up and affect our health, relationships, and peace of mind. Taking a moment to check in with yourself, process emotions, and seek healthy outlets can make a huge difference. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and in control of your emotions. Pay attention to the quiet signs—they matter too. Have you ever noticed anger showing up in unexpected ways? Let’s talk about it!