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Elevation Counselling Services

Founder of Elevation Counselling and social worker(MSW). Our practice focuses on enhancing individuals, couples, and families managing traumatic stress.

07/07/2025

✨ Re-Introducing Myself ✨

Hi everyone! I’m Gillian, a Registered Social Worker, counsellor, and the founder of Elevation Counselling, where I’ve supported clients for nearly a decade.

BIG NEWS: I’m expanding! 🎉

I’m so excited to finally share what I’ve been working on behind the scenes, the launch of Elevation Academy. A space devoted to self-development, emotional wellness, and elevating your relationships (starting with the one you have with yourself).

💡 Coming soon:
🌿 Elevation Lounge – a free online Third Space community for connection + mental wellness
🎓 My first online course launches this Fall
🌐 A brand-new website to bring it all together

Can’t wait to share more with you soon — stay tuned!

05/30/2025

Doubt and confusion often cloud our path, but paying attention to life’s signposts can illuminate your way forward. They are there to remind you that you're not lost, just on a different route. How do you recognize these signs?

05/27/2025

Drowning isn't always the dramatic gasping we imagine—sometimes it feels overwhelming, directionless, and clouded by uncertainty. It's crucial to pause, reconsider our perspectives, and seek support. Remember, you're not alone on this journey.

05/26/2025

Whether it’s a career setback or financial struggle, remember there's a tomorrow. Connect with those who have been through it. Share your journey and learn from others.

05/25/2025

We've all made choices that seemed 'wrong' in the moment. But what if those very choices were life's way of showing us new vistas? A change in perspective can turn wrong seem so right.

02/17/2025

Words we speak to ourselves have immense power. Imagine if your inner voice was your number one cheerleader. How would your world change?

02/14/2025

Today's societal norms can pressure us into thinking our worth is tied to our relationship status. Let’s flip the script! Appreciate the unique relationship you have with yourself. The connection you have with yourself is the foundation of all healthy relationships. So, take a moment to reflect: what do you appreciate about yourself? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

10/02/2024

I struggle with a Condition called Sessional Depressive Disorder (SAD). This is where the amount of sunlight can impact one’s mood negatively. The low amount of sun brought on my fall and winter causes an individual to feel low mood, fatigue, oversleep and overeat. Alternately when daylight increases in spring and summer one can have symptoms of insomnia, restlessness and a decrease in appetite. In my case, I am most impacted by the loss of light, and this brings on feelings of dread when the sunsets become earlier and earlier in the day.

As I notice this dread shows up! I use this dread as data and shift into preparation mode. First, I started to change my environment which offers comfort; bringing out the fuzzy blankets and add indoor ambiance with lights and candles. Additionally, I bring out the sun lamp to simulate sunlight exposure which help alleviate symptoms. I become more mindful about getting sunlight exposure incorporating a routine of walking outside on my lunch break at least three times a week.

How are you preparing to help manage the season of darkness?

09/23/2024

It's remarkable how we often become our own harshest critics, berating ourselves for not meeting certain standards or expectations we set. The internal monologue of self-criticism can be loud and unrelenting, especially when we feel we've fallen short.

What if, instead of dwelling in discretion, we could intercept these harsh thoughts and transform them into self-appreciation?

Just this morning, I found myself spiralling into self-reproach for gaining a few extra pounds over the summer. Feelings of disgust and disappointment surged within me, and I began to criticize myself harshly.

However, I realized that this self-berating would not alter my reality; it would only deepen my sense of inadequacy.

So, I shifted my perspective. I reminded myself that I am a "work in progress." I embraced my love for food and the joy of sharing meals with loved ones as a beautiful part of who I am.

I then looked forward to initiating my fall routine and returning to the gym, seeing it as an opportunity for growth rather than punishment.

Now, it's your turn...let me know in the comments below something you appreciate about yourself!

09/20/2024

Nothing is wrong with you!

You might feel out of place at a memorial service when your reaction to someone’s death isn’t sadness. Here are a few reasons why this might be the case:

If you weren’t close to the person who died, you might not feel the need to cry as others do.

If the death was sudden, you might be in shock and unable to process your emotions.

Some people internalize their emotions and grieve in their own way.

The relationship you had with the person who died may have been difficult and complex, bringing some relief followed by guilt for having this feeling.

If you can relate to any of these examples, know that you are not alone. As a counsellor, I often hear about these kinds of thoughts and feelings, and I can assure you that they are common. They don’t make you wrong or bad. Everyone grieves differently, and your unique response is valid.

09/19/2024

Understanding the different types of grief can help individuals navigate their emotional experiences during times of loss. Here’s a deeper look into each type:

Anticipatory Grief: It can lead to complex feelings about the impending loss.

Acute Grief: This is the intense and immediate emotional response following a loss.

Absent Grief: Sometimes referred to as "invisible grief," this occurs when individuals do not outwardly express their grief, leading others to believe that they are coping well, even when they are struggling internally.

Secondary Grief: This type involves the additional losses that arise from the initial loss, such as loss of support systems or changes in lifestyle.

Cumulative Grief: This refers to the experience of multiple losses over time, where the cumulative effect can lead to overwhelming feelings and difficulties in processing each individual loss.

Ambiguous Grief: This is when people do not have resolution in their loss, never knowing what happened. This grief can cause a person to feel frozen int their grief unable to process.

Disenfranchised Grief: This occurs when an individual's grief is not acknowledged or supported by societal norms, such as the loss of a pet, a non-traditional relationship, or a stigmatized loss, leaving the individual feeling isolated.

By recognizing these different types of grief, we can foster empathy and understanding in ourselves and others, promoting healthier coping strategies and support systems.

09/18/2024

Grief is a complex and universal experience that often gets associated exclusively with the loss of a loved one, but it can arise from a variety of other experiences as well. For instance, the end of a significant relationship, such as a divorce or a breakup, can evoke a profound sense of loss and mourning. Similarly, losing a job or facing a career setback can trigger grief as one copes with the loss of identity and stability. Major life transitions, like moving to a new city or retiring, can also bring about feelings of grief as individuals leave behind familiar environments and routines. Additionally, chronic illness or injury, whether affecting oneself or a close family member, can prompt a grief response due to the loss of health and the anticipated future. Even positive changes, like sending a child off to college or achieving a long-sought goal, can lead to a sense of grief over the end of a particular chapter in life. Recognizing these varied sources of grief helps to validate the emotions people experience and encourages a more compassionate and supportive response.

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About Gillian

"WE CAN NEVER OBTAIN PEACE IN THE OUTER WORLD UNTIL WE MAKE PEACE WITH OURSELVES"~ DALAI LAMA

I am dedicated to helping people move ahead by providing therapeutic services, specializing in PTSD, and chronic pain. In offering the best of evidence based practices rooted in neuroscience. I am devoted to integrating conventional therapy with the wisdom of mindfulness and yoga form eastern philosophies. My approach to life and work is one that embraces mindfulness, compassion and well-being.

As a Clinical Social Worker and Yoga Instructor, I empower individuals to take positive control of their lives by teaching them to become more resourceful and resilient. At Elevation Counselling Services, I give people the practical tools and skills to become more independent and proficient in navigating the challenges and obstacles that often prevent emotional healing and self-development. I am passionately dedicated to helping people live for the present and discover their true destiny. This is achieved by employing the best in evidence based practices in Yoga, Mindfulness, EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In a positive, confidential and empathic environment I will assist you in acquiring the skills that lead to a harmonized and joyful existence.