Robic’s Cube Counselling & Supports

07/30/2025

07/22/2025

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.

07/22/2025

DBT is one of the primary modalities of practice offered by Robic’s Cube Counselling & Supports. Here’s a brief overview :)

Core DBT Skills.

07/21/2025

This is a great reminder for those tough days ♥️

07/18/2025

I created these two handouts for an upcoming critical incident defusing session, but realized they could be helpful for anyone navigating stress, crisis, or high-impact events.

Whether you’re a responder, supporter, or just feeling the weight of recent events—these tools are here for you.

Feel free to use, share, and reach out if you have any questions or need support. You’re not alone.

07/09/2025

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07/08/2025

I had the pleasure of meeting Mark at Diversified’s First Responder Mental Health Symposium a couple weeks ago. His book and his message for reducing first responder trauma stigma is truly inspiring!

07/04/2025

New official signage at the office! Thank you to Ed at the Emporium for making the sign, Amber for creating my logo, and Bryan for the install 💪🏻 I’m super excited to continue supporting our little community of Princeton and the surrounding rural areas 😊

06/27/2025

Today, on , we stand with every fire fighter who carries the weight of what they’ve seen and endured in service to others. Studies show that up to 33% of fire fighters are diagnosed with PTSD - more than double the rate in the general population. This is not just a statistic; it’s a call to action.

Behind the uniform are stories of strength, struggle, and survival. It’s time to break the silence around trauma, support those impacted, and advocate for better mental health resources. Let’s continue the conversation - because no one should have to fight their battles alone.

06/27/2025

What an experience!

I spent the past two days at the First Responders Mental Health Symposium hosted by Diversified Rehabilitation Group—and I’m still processing the emotional impact. The stories of resilience, post-traumatic growth, and raw honesty shared by fellow First Responders left a lasting impression.

Hearing about the deep struggles with PTSD and the courage it takes to face them was both humbling and inspiring. As a Registered Social Worker who supports First Responders, and as a Firefighter myself, this experience deeply informed my practice and reaffirmed just how vital this work is.

Being a First Responder—whether in Police, Fire, EMS, Military, or Corrections—requires immense bravery. But true strength isn’t just about showing up on the worst days. It’s also in the moment someone decides to “take a knee,” ask for help, and begin the path toward healing. That’s leadership.

The old culture of “suck it up, buttercup” is slowly being replaced by something stronger: vulnerability, connection, and growth. I saw that change firsthand through the powerful leadership present at the symposium.

While every speaker made an impact, these presentations really stayed with me:
• Cst. Jessica Brown – Defying the Storm: A Story of Trauma, Strength, Courage, and the Power of Mindset (or, as she calls it: How I Survived the Worst 4 Years of My Life)
• Superintendent Adam MacNeill – Choosing Their Tomorrow: Leadership Lessons in Building a Psychologically Safe & Healthy Workplace
• Retired Cpt. Steven Farina – Shifting the Narratives: Unmasking the Strain
• RCMP Mark Bouchard – Setting My Sights on Stigma: An Officer’s Journey Through PTSD (Mark, thank you for signing your book for me.)

Cumulative trauma. Moral injury. Critical incidents. These leave scars but with the right support, healing is possible. Programs like Diversified’s and others like it don’t just help First Responders survive, they help them truly live again.

I’m grateful for the connections made, the stories shared, and the learning I’ll carry forward. It was also great to catch up with a few of my classmates from the JIBC CISM certificate we took a few years back! And yes, I’ve added a few more books to my reading list, even though i have so many already 😊

To all First Responders: Keep showing up—for others, and for yourself.

06/24/2025

Not all helping professionals are regulated — but Social Workers are. We follow a strict code of ethics, complete annual training, and are accountable to a professional governing body.

What many people don’t realize is that “counsellor” isn’t a protected title — anyone can call themselves one. But “Registered Social Worker” is. That means when you work with an RSW, you’re working with someone who is qualified, trained, and regulated to provide safe, ethical clinical counselling.

It’s so important to know who you’re working with when seeking support for your mental health. 💬 If you have any questions or are looking for counselling, feel free to reach out — I’m here to help.

Photos from the BCCSW with the following caption:

Think anyone can call themselves a social worker in BC?

Think again.

In BC, anyone using the title social worker must be registered with us, the British Columbia College of Social Workers (BCCSW) unless they’re employed by an exempt employer.

If someone isn’t registered with us or working for an exempt employer, they can’t legally use the title of ‘social worker.’

What about the titles Registered Social Worker (RSW) or Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW)?

Only individuals registered with BCCSW can use them.

We make sure RSWs and RCSWs meet our standards required to practise safely and ethically.

So how do you know if you’re working with a social worker regulated by BCCSW? Check our public registry to verify: https://bccsw.alinityapp.com/Client/PublicDirectory/