Creative Counselling Thunder Bay

09/12/2025

So many of our clients share this truth, not in words, but in their art.
When the brain is overwhelmed, the thinking part of it, the part that forms language and reasoning, shuts down.

That’s why traditional talk therapy isn’t always enough.

Expressive Arts Therapy speaks the language of the body.

Through sound, texture, image, and color, we unlock the stories held deep within.

Whether it’s grief, trauma, anxiety or just feeling lost, this is a way forward.

No art skill required. Just a willingness to explore.

09/08/2025

When your nervous system is stuck in survival mode, the part of your brain that talks, literally goes offline.

That’s why so many people walk away from traditional talk therapy saying, “I don’t think it worked.”

🖌️In Expressive Arts Therapy, we use the body and creative expression to regulate the nervous system first.
🎨Then, we safely explore what’s been stored, without reliving it.
✨Only once safety is restored can we use
words meaningfully.

It’s not just therapy, it’s whole-person healing.

Book a discovery call today.

09/06/2025

Anxiety can feel like a storm raging inside your child’s mind, making everything overwhelming and scary.

But with the right tools, kids can learn to calm the storm and feel safe again.

Expressive Arts Therapy offers children a hands-on way to identify, express, and regulate their emotions without pressure or judgment.

Your child can leave sessions with tangible, emotionally-focused art they created, and you’ll learn how to use these creations as tools to help them feel grounded at home.

If you’re ready to give your child the gift of emotional resilience, DM “ANXIETY” to chat.

09/04/2025

Healing from trauma and emotional pain can feel isolating, like you’re walking a dark path alone.
But the truth is, you’re never alone.

There is a community of support, tools, and therapies ready to walk alongside you, to help you find light, strength, and peace.

Expressive Arts Therapy is one way to connect with your inner self, your emotions, and others in a safe, healing space.

If you’re ready to take a step forward, reach out.

09/02/2025

Healing doesn’t have to be done alone.

Group Expressive Arts Therapy creates a safe and nurturing environment where connection, creativity, and shared experience combine to accelerate healing.

Whether you’re processing grief, trauma, or building confidence, group therapy offers:
✔️The power of belonging
✔️Witnessing and being witnessed
✔️Collective creative expression

It’s a journey best taken together.

Interested? DM us to learn about our next group session.


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09/01/2025

Come on over to our “buildings” page for some giveaway action!!

🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉
We’re excited to announce a special giveaway from EMDR Wellness Centre! 💙

✨ Prize: $50 Amazon Gift Card ✨

Here’s how to enter:
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That’s it! Easy peasy.

📩 We’ll personally message the winner AND announce them on September 15th!

Good luck, friends — we can’t wait to celebrate with the lucky winner! 🍀💫

08/31/2025

No two healing journeys are alike.

We honor the uniqueness of your story by offering individual counselling, expressive arts, workshops, group therapy, and intensive programs, all designed to meet you exactly where you are.

Whether you need a slow and steady approach, hands-on creative tools, or an intensive day of healing, we craft your path with compassion and respect for your pace and needs.

Healing isn’t linear, it’s personal.

Let’s find your way together.

08/29/2025

Trauma affects more than your thoughts, it impacts your body and nervous system, hijacking your ability to feel safe.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a clinically proven therapy that helps your brain rewire traumatic memories so they no longer hold power over your life.

We integrate EMDR with Expressive Arts to calm the nervous system first, making space for real, lasting healing.

If you’re tired of feeling stuck in your past, EMDR could be the key to your next step forward.

Ready to explore?

08/26/2025

You know your child better than anyone.

And yet, when something’s “off,” it’s hard to know what to do.

These signs could be your child’s way of asking for help:

🚨Trouble focusing or sleeping
🚨Withdrawing from friends
🚨Intense anxiety or fears
🚨Meltdowns over small things

The truth?

Most kids don’t know how to say “I’m overwhelmed.” They show it through behavior.
Expressive Arts Counselling creates a space where they can feel safe, supported, and expressive, on their terms.

🎨No pressure to talk
🧠Tools backed by brain science
💪Strengths-focused healing

Let us help you support them.

08/25/2025

You want the best for your child. When you see them overwhelmed by big feelings, acting out, or withdrawing, it’s hard to know what to do next.

Our Expressive Arts Kids Counselling is a hands-on, emotion-centered experience that allows children to explore feelings without pressure to talk.

Instead, we use:
🎨Visual tools like clay and paint
💬Emotion-focused play
👋Movement & body-based awareness
🧠Neuroscience-backed techniques
Children leave with a sense of accomplishment, and a physical piece of emotional art they can revisit to feel grounded.

💡Parents also receive guidance on how to interpret and support their child using these tools at home.
You’re not failing, you just need support.

We’re here.

08/23/2025

Therapy is about being brave enough to grow.

Let’s debunk some myths that may be holding you or someone you love back from seeking support.

⚡️Myth: Therapy is only for crisis.
✅Truth: It’s a tool for growth, not just survival.

⚡️Myth: Kids don’t benefit from therapy.
✅Truth: Kids process emotions through play, art, and movement, exactly what we use.

⚡️Myth: Expressive Arts is just for fun.
✅Truth: It’s rooted in neuroscience, engaging the whole brain and body in healing.

Every human deserves the opportunity to heal and thrive.

✨Expressive Arts Therapy makes that journey creative, safe, and deeply empowering.