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Janelle Williams MSW, RSW

Welcome! Currently offering in-person sessions in St. John's, NL and virtual sessions across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Reach out to schedule your free 15-minute consultation and see if we are a good fit for your counselling needs!

02/15/2025

Mind running a mile a minute? It’s okay to ask for help. Let’s work together to understand and lighten that mental load. 💭

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

01/24/2025

Today marks one year of Janelle Williams Counselling!

To all my clients, co-workers, mentors, and supporters - thank you! I am beyond grateful for all the learning, growth and connection that this year has brought me.

Here’s to year two!!🎉✨🎈🫶

01/12/2025

While the new year can be an exciting time of change and fresh starts, this often comes along with extraordinary pressure and unrealistic expectations.

Let this be a reminder that this new year - it is okay to rest!

Rest comes in many forms, and each is important to our overall well-being. We are all deserving of rest, so please remember to be gentle with yourself as you tackle your goals this year.

10/02/2024

Spooky season is here! 🎃🔮✨

Join me in following this spooky season self-care challenge all month long! This is designed to help you try new forms of self-care and dedicate time to yourself throughout the month. Don’t worry if you miss one or two! Sometimes rest is the best form of self-care.

Let me know if you are joining me on this challenge and get ready for our first day tomorrow! 👻

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

09/29/2024

Most of us have heard of the potential mental health benefits of journaling… but have you ever found yourself staring at a blank journal and ending up feeling more stressed than before? You are not alone!

Journaling isn’t for everyone, but if you’re interested in trying it out and don’t know where to start - this is the list for you! Try answering one or more of these prompts to give you a starting place for your Sunday morning journaling! 📝✨🫶

08/31/2024

Think about a typical day in your life… how much time do you spend mindlessly scrolling through social media? Or watching endless TikTok videos? If you’re anything like me, it’s more time than you would like to admit.

This Labour Day weekend, join me in engaging in a digital detox! You may find it has some really positive benefits for your mental wellness.

08/21/2024

No matter how healthy our relationship, we will inevitably experience disagreements, arguments and larger conflicts! This is a normal part of all relationships.

Repair attempts are the things we do during or after conflict with our partner(s) to de-escalate and re-connect. Repair attempts are not about fixing what is broken, but about helping partners to get back on track.

These are some examples of repair attempts that can be helpful during times of conflict. It is important to remember that conflict resolution requires more than one perspective - one person must make the repair attempts and the other(s) must be open to receiving the repair attempt and not rejecting it. 🤍

Like anything, it can be trial and error discovering what works best for your relationship. Give them a try and see what works for you!

If you are interested in learning more about the Gottman method for couples therapy, please reach out!

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

08/14/2024

On this month’s installation of ‘Let’s Talk About It!” we are focusing on the impact social media can have on our mental health.

Whether or not we realize, we are being influenced daily by the content we interact with on social media. But don’t worry - the effects are not all negative! When utilized mindfully and intentionally, social media can have powerful positive impacts on our lives.

Here are some evidence-based methods of mitigating the risks that social media can pose to our mental health:

1. Limit your usage. Establishing boundaries for yourself surrounding your social media usage can positively impact your experience online.

2. Be mindful of how you feel. Do you notice certain types of content make you feel anxious or sad? Do certain news outlets cause increased fear? Be mindful of how social media makes you feel and adjust accordingly.

3. Prune who you are following online. Try your best to only follow accounts that empower or inspire you. You are in control of your following list!

4. Ask questions. Don’t believe everything that you read online and always remain vigilant.

5. Prioritize in-person social connections. While online social connections are important, try not to limit yourself! Prioritizing in-person social connections can mitigate loneliness and sadness that can arise from increased social media usage.

6. Reach out for help as needed. You are not alone! Reaching out to friends, family, a trusted adult or a mental health professional can be a powerful first step in addressing the negative impacts of social media on your mental health.

📧: janellewilliiamscounselling@gmail.com

08/05/2024

I still have some openings for walk and talk therapy this month! Take advantage while the sun is shining ☀️🌳

If you’re interested in learning more, reach out!

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

08/01/2024

“We read to know we are not alone” – C.S. Lewis 📚✨

The topic of reading not only as a self-care activity, but also as a method of learning and healing has come up in multiple client sessions recently. These are some of my personal favourite books related to mental wellness. What are yours?

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

07/27/2024

D.E.A.R.M.A.N is a skill intended to help develop effective interpersonal communication skills that help to get our needs met and promote healthy relationships with others.

Let review!

D - Describe the situation. Stick to the facts - share exactly what you are reacting to.

E - Express your feelings and opinions. Don’t assume that others know how you feel.

A - Assert yourself by asking for what you want. Others can’t read your mind - so make your needs known!

R - Reinforce your needs by explaining the positive effects of what it is you want or need. Here, you can also clarify the negative effects of not getting what you want or need.

M - Mindfully focus on your goals. Try not to get distracted - instead re-state your wants and needs.

A - Appear confident and competent. You deserve to be taken seriously!

N - Negotiate with others. Be willing to listen to possible solutions and engage in brainstorming.

If interpersonal communication is an ongoing struggle in your life, counselling may be able to help. Reach out today for your free 15-minute consultation.

📧: janellewilliamscounselling@gmail.com

07/18/2024

Did you know that certain mental health medications can make you more sensitive to the heat?

It’s true!

Here are some helpful tips for surviving these warm summer days. ☀️

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6 Duffy Place
St. John's, Newfoundland And Labrador, NL
A1B 4M5

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+17097221157

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