Rainyday Counselling

04/12/2026

When stress is high, we tend to live in our heads—overthinking, worrying, planning. But pleasure lives in the body.

Try this today:

Take 2 minutes to pause

Place a hand on your chest or belly

Take 3 slow, deep breaths—just noticing sensation

That's it. No goal. No expectation. Just returning to yourself.

This small practice can be a first step toward reclaiming presence—in your body, and in intimacy.

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04/06/2026

When stress is chronic, your body stays in "survival mode." And in survival mode? Desire often shuts down—not because something is wrong with you, but because your body is doing its job to keep you "safe."

S*x therapy can help you:

✨ Understand how stress shows up in your body
✨ Build tools to regulate your nervous system
✨ Reconnect with pleasure on your own terms

This Stress Awareness Month, we're normalizing the connection between stress and sexuality.

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04/03/2026

This Easter, we’re gently reminding you that rest is not something you have to earn.

Whether you’re celebrating, gathering with loved ones, or taking a quiet day for yourself, we hope you find a moment of peace. 💚

03/31/2026

Bye March, Hello April!!!

Do you know that April is "Stress Awareness Month" ? Do you aware most of the time when you are closer to a burnout?

Let’s check in with ourselves today:

❓ What’s one thing that’s been weighing on you?
❓ What’s one small thing that brings you relief?

Drop an emoji in the comments if you're taking a moment to pause today.

03/20/2026

March Equinox — March 20th marks the start of spring.
With increased sunlight in the Northern Hemisphere, spring is associated with growth, hope, and the start of a new life.

03/08/2026

Happy Women's Day to all people who identify themselves as women.

02/25/2026

I'll be honest—this past year has tested all of us.

As a therapist, I don't just witness my clients' struggles with community trauma. I feel my own, too. From the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival attack to the recent school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, the weight of these events is real.

And here's what I've learned: our instinct to seek information is actually our brain trying to protect us. But when that information is charged with anxiety and graphic imagery, it backfires. We end up more exhausted, more fearful, and more helpless.

So how do we stay informed without burning out?

I shared five strategies in my latest blog post, including:

· How to curate (not just limit) your media intake
· A simple mindfulness practice to create space from ruminating thoughts
· Why small community actions matter more than we realize

If you've been feeling the weight of the world lately, this one's for you.

https://rainydaycounselling.com/f/when-the-world-feels-heavy-protecting-your-mental-health-in-the

Be gentle with yourselves. 💙

It happens in an instant. A notification flashes on your phone, a news alert pops up on your screen, or a friend sends you a message. Something tragic has happened in our community. Whether it’s a sudden event like the r...

02/23/2026

Anti-bully pink shirt day will be around the corner! This Wednesday, if you can, please bring out some pink from your wardrobe to support a good cause.
This year, the theme is Sprinkle Kindness ☔
As a community, bit by bit, we can help to create a more inclusive and cohesive environment for our youth!

02/16/2026

02/14/2026

Write a love letter to yourself or your lover(s)

08/12/2025

3 Conversations to Shield from Your Kids

Parenting is a journey filled with love, but some adult struggles aren’t meant for little ears. Here’s how to safeguard your child’s emotional well-being: