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Newcastle Counselling Services, 97 King Avenue East Unit 103, Newcastle, ON (2025)

10/20/2025

🧡October Affirmation!🍂

This month, remember to prioritize your well-being and to do something you enjoy:
I choose love, peace, and will make myself a priority.

At Newcastle Counselling Services, we believe in the power of self-affirmation and self-compassion. Let this be your gentle reminder to honour your needs and embrace self-care this month.

🔗Check Out Our Website! NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

10/13/2025

Mindfulness is giving yourself permission to be fully present in this moment, exactly as it is. Let your awareness settle, and learn how to positively anchor yourself.

One mindfulness technique that helps you stay present is grounding. What is grounding, you may ask?

💡Grounding is a practice that helps you connect with the present moment, your body, and your surroundings, especially when anxious, stressed, or feeling overwhelmed. It helps you feel centered, calm, and focused throughout the day.

Here are some examples:

Object Focus Method: Hold an item and use your senses to notice its texture, temperature, weight, and more.

Breathing Method: Inhale, hold, and exhale for 4 seconds at each stage repeatedly for as long as you need.

Movement Method: Stretch, walk slowly, or press your feet firmly into the floor.

Try these exercises for a few minutes, or whenever you feel your mind racing. Feel free to share which grounding techniques work best for you!

Curious to learn more? Book a session with our therapists to continue exploring mindfulness: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/

09/30/2025

⭐Looking for Low-Cost Therapy Nearby?⭐

Laura Wood, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Intern, is accepting new clients and ready to support your journey!

Laura is a compassionate guide through life’s transitions. With a calm, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach, Laura helps you tap into your strengths and create practical strategies for lasting change.

Whether you're navigating stress/burnout, a career shift, low self-esteem, divorce, the menopausal transition, or looking to improve your mindfulness and sleeping habits, Laura integrates professional training with lived experiences to inform her collaborations with clients.

You’re not alone, and Laura is here for you with just the right amount of warmth and sincerity.

Book a free 15-minute consultation with Laura Today: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/22

09/29/2025

Starting therapy can bring up a lot of questions and myths, and that’s completely normal! Let’s clear up some common misconceptions:

1️⃣ "Therapy will solve all my problems quickly"
✅ A: Therapy is a process that takes time and effort. Progress often comes gradually as you develop insight, coping skills, and new ways of thinking.

2️⃣ "You have to talk about your childhood to benefit"
✅ A: While exploring past experiences can be helpful, therapy also focuses on present challenges, behaviour patterns, and practical mindfulness strategies to support your well-being.

Therapy is a tool for growth, self-care, and understanding yourself better. Every journey is unique, and it’s okay to go at your own pace.

Learn more about therapy today on our website: NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

09/23/2025

🏐We’re proud sponsors of Durham Attack Volleyball Club’s 16U Team Fury!🌟

At Newcastle Counselling Services, we are deeply committed to supporting youth sports because we believe in the incredible impact they have on young people’s lives. Engaging in sports provides more than just fun, it helps kids build essential life skills like collaboration, perseverance, and resilience. It’s also a powerful way to reduce stress, foster meaningful connections, and build confidence both on and off the court.

We’re honoured to play a role in helping young athletes thrive mentally, emotionally, and physically. Let’s cheer on the Durham Attack Volleyball Club as they show us the true spirit of teamwork and determination! 💛

09/22/2025

🍂Self-Care Starts with You This Fall🍂

While Fall is often associated with cozy routines, fresh starts, and seasonal traditions, it can also bring new stressors. From the adjustment of shorter days and readjusting to busier schedules, to preparing to the weather turning colder.

That’s why we’re sharing 4 simple ways to care for yourself this Fall:

🏡Declutter Your Space: Clear out Summer items and make room for cozy fall comforts. Working and living in an organized environment as we get into new routines can reduce our stress and give us the feeling of a fresh start for the season ahead.

🚶Spend Time Outside Daily: Enjoy the crisp air, notice the changing leaves, or take a mindful walk. Daily exercise is good for both our physical and mental health, giving us a boost in energy and grounding our feelings.

🔄Refresh Your Routine: Adjust sleep, meal prep, or exercise habits to match shorter days and accommodate potentially busier schedules. Reflect on when and where in your schedule you need a break and what you need to do to prioritize your wellness.

💭Reflect on Your Intentions & Goals: Reflect on what you’d like to invite in before the year ends. Reassess your goals and areas of focus that may have changed since the beginning of Summer and be kind to yourself if adjustments need to be made.

✨Remember: You are worthy of support, respect, and wellness as we transition into this new season.

Looking for support this Fall? Book Today Here: NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

09/16/2025

💛Offering Low-Cost Therapy: Laura Wood💛

Laura is a compassionate guide through life’s transitions. With a calm, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach, Laura helps you tap into your strengths and create practical strategies for lasting change.

Whether you're navigating stress/burnout, a career shift, low self-esteem, divorce, the menopausal transition, or looking to improve your mindfulness and sleeping habits, Laura brings not only professional training but also lived experiences to inform her collaborations with clients.

You’re not alone, and Laura is here to meet you exactly where you are with just the right amount of warmth and sincerity.

Book today to get started with Laura as early as next week!
Book Here: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/22

09/10/2025

🧡September 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day💙

World Su***de Prevention Day is observed yearly on the 10th of September to draw attention to this important public health issue globally and to spread the message that su***des are preventable.

This day aims to:
✔️ Focus attention on the issue
✔️ Reduce Stigma
✔️ Shift the culture from silence to openness, understanding, and support

Want to get involved? Spend some time engaging in honest discussions about mental health and su***de today. By opening a dialogue, we can break down barriers and raise awareness, check in with those close to us, share personal experiences and advocate for mental health resources and support services.

Here are some local resources we can use for extra support:
Durham Mental Health Services - 905-666-0483
Kids Help Phone - call 1-800-688-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
Distress Centre Durham - 905-430-2522
Su***de Crisis Helpline - Talk or Text 9-8-8

Learn more from our team: https://www.newcastlecounsellingservices.ca/

***dePreventionDay International Association for Su***de Prevention

09/08/2025

🍂September Affirmation!🍂

This month, remember to give yourself some grace as we adjust back into busier routines:
I trust in my ability to adapt and thrive with each passing day. 🧡

At Newcastle Counselling Services, we believe in the power of self-affirmation and self-compassion. Let this be your gentle reminder to honour your needs and embrace change as we move into Fall.

🔗Check Out Our Website! NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

09/04/2025

🌟Have you been looking to book with our Director, Lisa Adams, MSW, RSW?🌟

Now is your chance to do so as she has space for 3 new clients this September!

Lisa provides in-person and online therapy to children, teens, and adults. Her areas of specialty include Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Relationship Issues, Mood Disorders, School Issues, Parenting, Self-Esteem, Perimenopause and Menopause.

Lisa brings 17 years of experience supporting individuals and families experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. Her open and accepting approach puts clients and their needs first, with the primary goal of creating a positive and successful therapeutic experience. Lisa aims to help you better understand why you are feeling the way you are feeling and how to make changes to improve your mental health and well being.

Book a free 15-minute consultation to get started with Lisa today!

🗓️Schedule with Lisa Here: https://newcastlecounselling.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/1

09/01/2025

Ever wondered how you can communicate more effectively with those in your life, especially when emotions run high?

Take some time to join us in learning about Constructive Communication.

Sometimes we might shut down, lash out, or hope that others can read our mind. Constructive Communication offers a clear and compassionate roadmap when faced with these situations:

💬Observe the facts of what actually happened in the situation
👂Listen to yourself and ask, how do I feel about this?
💛What do you need or value in the moment or after?
✨What are you asking for, clearly and respectfully?

When we slow down and tune into our feelings and needs, we make space for real connection.

🗣️Instead of “You never listen to me, you don’t care.”
✅We learn to say:“When I’m talking and you’re on your phone, I feel hurt because I really need to feel heard. Would you be willing to put down your phone while we talk for a few minutes?”

This is how relationships shift from reactive to responsive, from conflict to clarity.

If you’re working on healthier communication in your life or relationships, you’re not alone.

🔗We’re ready to help you work towards your goals. Book a free 15-minute consultation on our website today: NewcastleCounsellingServices.ca

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