Edmonton Counselling Services

06/27/2023

Circle July 4th, 2023, on your calendar! The Indo-Canadian Women's Association (ICWA) is organizing a mental health workshop facilitated by renowned Edmonton therapist Mr. Bharat Sharma, who has extensive experience in mental health well-being. Joining in from the comfort of your own home via Zoom, don't miss our workshop "Building Great Mental Health."

This workshop aimed to equip participants with valuable knowledge and practical strategies to enhance mental resilience, achieve work-life balance and transform stress into a strength. There is also a question and answer session at the end of the workshop. ICWA hopes this workshop will help to foster profound mental and emotional growth.

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04/09/2023

My point here is not to villainize alcohol or drinking; I hope to bring awareness to our relationship with alcohol individually and as a culture.
Ads for alcohol involve beautiful people walking into beautiful places and smiling as they take a sip. People with massive influence market alcohol in carefree ways. Every celebration calls for "popping bottles" — this runs so deep in our collective conditioning.
As we wake up, we must start acknowledging our dark secrets.
Alcohol has long been the accepted coping mechanism for generational trauma.
A secret shame that many have grown up within. Adults who still carry the scars of all the abuse, chaos, and unpredictable behavior that comes with a parent numbs and soothed with alcohol.
Adults who rely on alcohol to deal with the anxiety of social situations.
Adults who rely on alcohol to sleep.
Adults rely on alcohol to silence the scary thoughts of the mind. And to numb the pain of the past.

We know 'drugs' are bad. But alcohol has long been the drug (throughout every economic class) that is perceived in a different light because it's so embedded with all that we do.

If we tell someone at a social event that we're not drinking, it's often met with confusion. Or the thought that this person must have a 'problem.'
It's time to acknowledge and wake up to our relationship with alcohol. To understand, it's the most widely accepted drug to soothe. And to have the courage to look at: what we are trying to escape.
Here are some facts about how alcohol affects your body and brain. We are taught some of these things in school at different ages, but not all of them stick. Here are some note-worthy points this image highlights:
It raises the level of dopamine in your brain, tricking you into thinking you feel better
Within minutes, it starts to slow down our breathing
Even if you feel the effect of alcohol quickly after consuming it, the level of alcohol in your blood won't peak for another 40-90 minutes.
Too much alcohol, too often, can affect how you process information
What is something new from this fact sheet you never knew before?
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Are you experiencing problems associated with drug or alcohol use?
I've been there.
Maybe you have recently been charged or convicted of a DUI and need help reinstating your driver's license.

Perhaps your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) has been suspended, and you need a DOT-mandated assessment due to drug/alcohol violations.

Possibly you are a parent wanting to show the court that you can care for your son or daughter and need to set up counseling services.

You may have been referred for a Drug and Alcohol Evaluation by a court or your probation officer.

Whatever your situation, Edmonton Counselling Services can assist you in navigating the legal, professional, and interpersonal aspects of your problems. We provide services in person or Online in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Psychotherapy can assist you in navigating the legal, professional, and interpersonal aspects of your drug or alcohol problems. If you have any questions, reach out and schedule your appointment today at; Ph: 780 328 777706 online at: https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/substance-abuse-professional-sap/

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04/03/2023

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being. It refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health problems can range from mild to severe and can significantly impact a person's ability to function in daily life. Common mental health disorders include anxiety, depression, Trauma, Addiction, and PTSD. It is important to seek professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing mental health disorder symptoms. Treatment options may include therapy, medication, or a combination of both. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. For comprehensive therapy services in Edmonton, Alberta, choose Edmonton Counseling Services. We offer quality mental health services for individuals, couples, and families. For an appointment, call: 780 328 7706. https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/

03/12/2023

Bharat Sharma RPC, CCAC, MPCC, RSW, SAP, DCA provides Mental, Behavioral Health &
Substance Abuse Assessment & psychotherapy treatment in Edmonton, Alberta, and evaluates employees who have violated a USA dEPARTMENT OF tRANSPORTATION DOT drug and alcohol program regulation. He will recommend education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
Please feel free to book an appointment or check out our website; https:|/
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03/12/2023

We provide therapy and psychological assessments for individuals and law firms looking to assist their clients in their legal matters with the supervision of a psychologist and immigration reports, and Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA).
Services in English, Punjabi, Urdu & Hindi are available. Our areas of specialization are addictions, PTSD, trauma, depression, anger management, and anxiety. We provide couples and marriage counseling, self-actualization, positive psychology, and life coaching. Approved healthcare practitioner & Direct billing with insurance & many health benefits plans available. NOW ONLINE APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE. https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/

10/10/2022

Understanding addiction's signs, symptoms, causes, and effects is an important first step toward healing and recovery.
Substance abuse, also called "drug abuse," refers to a pattern of harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.
Psychoactive substance use can lead to physical and psychological dependence. Dependence refers to a cluster of behavioral, mental, and physical symptoms that develop after chronic drug use that generally include a strong craving to take the drug, difficulties in controlling drug use, and persisting in drug abuse despite the harmful consequences.
Drug abuse often causes a user to prioritize drug use more than other social, occupational, interpersonal, and scholastic activities and obligations.
If you or your loved ones are battling addiction, kindly contact us today. https://bharat-sharma.ca/ , https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/

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09/14/2022

09/13/2022

We are delighted to be named one of the top three marriage therapists in Edmonton, Alberta, in 2022 by Three Best Rated. Three years in a row! If you and your partner are looking for support, we would be able to help. We can guide you through any challenge or discomfort. If there's something big or little, healing can happen. Unfortunately, people tend to see couples therapy as an emergency measure rather than a preventative one. It is the equivalent of not worrying about those chest pains until you are in an ambulance on the way to the hospital in full cardiac arrest. Couples therapy can help us come back together again, stronger than before.
Couples/marriage counseling for couples at every stage of relationships. https://bharat-sharma.ca/, https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/

09/10/2022

Substance abuse can make people feel alone, and the process of getting sober can sometimes feel the same. Some days, you will feel like no one else understands what you're going through. During these times, it's important to remember that you're not alone. There are people who care about you and want you to be healthy.

Children of parents who struggle with alcoholism (or heavy drinkers) are at higher risk for cognitive, behavioral, and emotional problems. Since an estimated 8 million children (Canada and USA) live in households where alcoholism is present, this is a significant concern. Sadly, parents struggling with alcohol addiction often neglect their children's physical and emotional needs. This leads to severe developmental issues for the kids. Some of the problems children experience in homes where alcoholism is present include:
• Academic problems
• Anxiety and depression
• Poor emotional development
• Difficulty with intimate relationships as adults
• A tendency to be dishonest
• Trauma and Toxic Shame from living in that environment.
The abuse happens just as much when they are not drinking as when drinking or using their substance of choice.
Everyone needs support, safety, healing from the effects of trauma, and recovery. Recovery does not happen alone. Our Drug and Alcohol Outpatient Counselling program incorporate spouses and families in recovery. Visit our website to learn more: https://bharat-sharma.ca/ , https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca

09/05/2022

Do you worry about things that are out of your control? (Ex. What does someone thinks about you, or ask yourself: what if that never happened to me?) Instead, try identifying the things you do have control over. You will find that there are so many good things you can shift your focus towards. Keep taking extraordinary care of yourself. You're needed. You matter, and your life matters.

The person to please never mind the others is the one looking back in the mirror. Your mental health is first. If you are not ok mentally, you will not be ok physically, emotionally, or internally. Take the rest, distance yourself from negativity, and take care of your thoughts. If you are feeling stuck or If you are looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, then reach out today to book an appointment. We have in-person or online appointments available.
https://bharat-sharma.ca/ , https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/ Ph; 780 328 7706

09/04/2022

Overcoming Addiction
While addiction is complex, overcoming addiction is possible with proper addiction treatment. Each person's addiction treatment plan is different and must be adhered to if addiction is to be overcome. Elements of an addiction treatment plan that require ongoing adherence include:2
Taking medication as prescribed.
Attending all medical and therapeutic appointments
Creating a network of people who can support you while you overcome addiction
Learning about the addiction and its treatment
Proper diet and exercise. Reducing life stressors and learning how to cope with stress to avoid relapse
Getting additional addiction treatment help when needed
Addiction counseling therapy is a type of psychotherapy used to help people with addiction problems. It can be used as an inpatient or outpatient treatment.
Addiction Counseling Therapy aims to help people with addictions understand their problem's root cause(s) and develop much better coping mechanisms when faced with difficult situations.
Contact us for more information:
https://bharat-sharma.ca/ , https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/ Ph; 780 328 7706

08/19/2022

Signs of Addiction:
Recognizing the signs of addiction is the first step to getting help for yourself or guiding someone you care about to recover from drug or alcohol addiction. For this reason, it is critical to have an understanding of the signs of addiction. There are behavioral, physical, and psychological aspects of addiction.
For more information regarding addiction, book an appointment with an addiction therapist. .visit us at ; https://edmontoncounsellingservices.ca/substance-abuse-professional-sap/
or contact us on + 780 238 7706