Novii Counselling & Consulting

04/24/2026

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04/23/2026

This is a simple guide to understanding manipulation, boundary setting, and emotional abuse. There are some things that need to be tweaked a bit. Any questions…ask

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04/20/2026

DId you know? If you are a resident of BC and experience harm in the workplace that impacts you psychologically, mentally, or emotionally, you can access counselling through WorkSafe BC at no cost. The Critical Incident Response Program at WorkSafe can be contacted at 1-888-922-3700. Counselling can be accessed while you are deciding if you want to file a claim.
Bullying and harassment, experiencing cumulative stressors, witnessing or being personally impacted by a traumatic incident at work can all have ongoing impacts which can benefit from counselling intervention and support.

04/16/2026

Wise words
Courtesy: Helen Marie

04/16/2026

Viewing depression as a signal leads to better outcomes.

04/16/2026

Courtesy: braindoctor

03/06/2026

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Here is the uncomfortable truth. Chronic social stress is not just emotional. It is biological. Long term exposure to toxic relationships can elevate cortisol, disrupt sleep, increase inflammation, and over time contribute to measurable changes in the body. Scientists have found that chronic stress is linked to shorter telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of your DNA. When telomeres shorten faster than normal, it is associated with cellular aging.

That does not mean one difficult conversation damages your genes overnight. Biology is not that fragile. But persistent, unresolved stress especially when it feels inescapable can push the nervous system into a constant fight or flight state. When that happens repeatedly, the body shifts resources away from repair and toward survival. Over years, that imbalance can show up in immune function, cardiovascular health, and even cellular markers linked to aging.

The bigger point is this. Your environment shapes your biology more than you think. Relationships are not just emotional experiences. They are chemical experiences. The people you keep close can influence how your nervous system behaves every single day. Protecting your peace is not weakness. It is long term biological strategy. Boundaries are not just psychological tools. They are cellular self defense.

01/26/2026

Remembering Reece
May 23, 2011-January 22, 2026

Reece, my constant companion and co-therapist of 14 and a half years, passed away peacefully at home on January 22. Words can’t express how deeply I miss her.

In her time here on this plane, Reece touched the hearts and souls of sooo many people -clients, friends, strangers and aquaintances - with her gentle, intuitive spirit, her playful, adventurous, energetic nature, and her sometimes divaesque attitude. She was a mischievous angel in dog form.

Thank you for your service Reece, and thank you for choosing me to spend your time here with. I wish it could have been more 💕 Lisa

01/12/2026

Emotional regulation isn’t a “soft skill” for first responders—it’s a survival skill.

Every call, scene, and critical incident places demands not just on your body, but on your nervous system. Emotional regulation is what allows first responders to stay grounded under pressure, make clear decisions in chaos, and recover after the crisis has passed—not just push through it.

Emotional resilience means:
✨ Building mental strength that holds up during repeated exposure to trauma
✨ Recognizing stress responses before they become burnout or compassion fatigue
✨ Developing self-awareness that supports healthier reactions on scene and at home
✨ Creating sustainable post-crisis recovery instead of cumulative stress injuries

Through evidence-informed crisis intervention education, first responders learn practical tools to regulate emotions in real time, support peers effectively, and strengthen long-term well-being.

Upcoming Training Supporting Emotional Regulation & Resilience:
• Group Crisis Refresher — Feb 16, 2026
• Advanced Assisting Individuals in Crisis — Feb 19–20, 2026
• Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention — Feb 24–26, 2026
• LWL: Understanding Key Research Findings in PFA, CISD, and CISM — Mar 16, 2026
• Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention — Mar 18–20, 2026

These courses reinforce skills that help responders stay mission-ready without sacrificing their mental health. 👉 For full course details and registration, visit:
https://icisf.org/virtual-training/

04/29/2025

In wake of the recent tragic events at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver, the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) is offering a free public webinar – 'Caring for Ourselves & our Communities after Tragic Loss' to help individuals navigate their emotions and support each other through this difficult time.
The one-hour webinar will explore various approaches - whether individuals are looking for ways to talk to children about what's happened or hoping for ideas to manage feelings of worry or overwhelm.
LINK TO REGISTER -

ONLINE The BCACC is committed to supporting our communities during this time of profound grief and loss following the Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy. We’ve heard from many individuals, communities, and counsellors seeking ways to help and to heal. In response, we are offering this free, one-hour webin...

03/26/2024

Someone with imposter syndrome can feel inadequate despite their obvious achievements and insist their success is based on luck and not their own competence. Fortunately, there are ways to rewrite this narrative.

06/10/2023

A quick info sheet reference

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