Healing Waves Psychotherapy

06/13/2025

This Father's Day Focus on ✨Connection✨ instead of gifting and make memories that outlast the gifts.

06/10/2025

Thank you to our Bronze Sponsor, Healing Waves Psychotherapy !

05/15/2025

✨ Are you feeling ready for change and movement forward? We can help you take the first step with ease and gentleness.
✨Together we can help you towards your individual or couple goals. Helping you create a stronger foundation and personal growth for a resilient future 💥
✨Experienced registered psychotherapists are looking forward to meeting you and your goals.

Ready to get started? Contact us now!
⌨️ cassondrawheelercounselling@gmail.com
☎️ 343-312-6410

04/01/2025

Bipolar disorder is not the same as the typical ups and downs kids go through. The mood swings are more extreme and accompanied by changes in sleep, energy level, and the ability to think clearly. Know the signs and symptoms. https://go.nih.gov/hgHsFTH

03/25/2025

How do you show love in your daily life?

03/21/2025

Check out this blog post regarding sharing the load in your household. Working towards a balanced approach of contributions for the whole family is a good step towards ensuring the whole family unit is learning and modeling healthy life skills.

Do you ever feel like the weight of parenting isn’t evenly balanced?⚖️

The invisible load of managing schedules, planning, and remembering everything can feel like it’s all on you. When the balance is off, burnout isn’t far behind. 😩

Research shows that sharing responsibilities isn’t just good for parents, it benefits kids too. So how do you start shifting the balance? 🔄

Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. It's a sign to make a change. Read more on our blog about what’s getting in the way and how to create a teamwork-focused home. Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4kTxMEJ

03/18/2025

Is your relationship made of green?! ✅

Finding a great partner isn’t about luck, it’s about the green flags that show they’re worth your time. 🍀

This St. Patrick’s Day, look for signs of a healthy relationship: respect, responsibility, communication, and the ability to handle conflict with care. A strong connection isn’t built on chance, it’s built on understanding and effort.

What’s a green flag you look for in a partner? Which one matters most to you? 💚 Read the full blog post here: https://bit.ly/4itwwqi

02/13/2025

Emily Edlynn, PhD | Parent Smarter, Not Harder I got the text in between afternoon therapy sessions. It started with “I need some autonomy-supportive

02/06/2025

Reminder of Emergency Services available across Canada for Adults and Children experiencing a crisis or needing connection.

You can’t tell whether someone has an eating disorder just by looking at them.

Anyone can experience eating disorders, no matter their age, gender or background.

If you or someone you know is struggling with disordered eating, remember that treatment is possible.

This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, learn more: https://ow.ly/vAsi50UUrNM

01/07/2025

Boundary setting can be hard at first. Being consistent makes it easier over time, but remember to check in and listen to their feelings!

Every parent has fear around boundaries because of the pushback can be hard to deal with.

Kids will ask. That's what they do.

Parents are allowed to (and at times definitely should) say NO.

Your child might feel upset that you said no. They might cry. They might feel frustrated and angry (who likes being told no?!) - and that's ok. However they feel is ok - It doesn't mean you change your answer

You can show up with care and love and comfort for those feelings:

Validate how they're feeling ("I can tell my decision upset you.").
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Show you care ("I care about how you feel." "I'm here for you.").
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Explore the feelings under their behaviour (“How were you feeling when you _____?”).
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Offer comfort ("Do you want a hug?").
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Love them all the way through the big feelings. See their pain. Stay strong with your boundary decision (no means no). When you do this, you teach them how to deal with upsets and tough feelings - what an amazing life skill!

More information in my book

Guidance from The Therapist Parent
Available on my website www.thetherapistparent.com and Amazon

01/02/2025

06/20/2024

The Gottman method for couples therapy is one Cassondra is certified in using with couples wanting to increase their connection and strengthen their relationship.
Being able to show your partner compassion and empathy is a key ingredient to a strong healthy relationship. Especially when conflict arises.

Cassondra is also offering a NEW modality to couples work and recently completed Level 1 PACT training. A tad different than Gottman's method, effective, and rooted in couples learning to regulate together and understand each other's attachment history and trauma.

Accepting New Couples Clients for in person and virtual services!