Vancouver Island Psychological Services

09/19/2025

Are you noticing a few leaves changing colour here and there? 🍂The start of autumn is just around the corner, with the first day of fall being this Monday, September 22nd! 🍁

Take a look at this article below that talks about how you can take advantage of the change of season, and how fall can be a good time for reflection and new activities. 🍃

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-stories-we-tell/202210/what-is-the-secret-to-autumnal-bliss-leaning-into-it

08/29/2025

Did you know we have a Memory & Aging Clinic at Vancouver Island Psychological Services?

Our clinic offers specialized assessments and support for older adults who may be noticing changes in memory, thinking, or emotional well-being — whether you’re seeking peace of mind, a baseline for future comparison, or help navigating concerns about cognitive health.

Learn more and connect with us today.

07/23/2025

Teenagers can spend a lot of time looking at screens, and now with school being out for the summer, there is even more time for them to consume digital content! 💻📱

As teens increase their time online, it is good for parents and caregivers to understand the effects that more screen time can have on teenagers. Take a look at this Teens and Screen Fact Sheet created by the Canadian Psychological Association that highlights some important information about the effects of screen use and provides some recommendations:

https://cpa.ca/psychology-works-fact-sheet-teens-and-screens/

06/24/2025

June is nearly over, which means summer break is almost here! ☀️

As the school year comes to a close, there are a lot of changes happening during this time, from final projects to fun trips! ⛱ Check out the following article that talks about some helpful tips around making the transition from school to summer as smooth as possible for kids and parents:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/buddy-system/202405/how-parents-can-help-kids-at-the-end-of-the-school-year

05/30/2025

The sun is out over Vancouver Island! Did you know that soaking up some sunshine has multiple mental health benefits? ☀️

Take a look at this article that talks about some advantages spending some time in the sun and what it can do for your mental and physical health:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/what-are-the-chances/202505/the-benefits-of-sunlight-0

05/16/2025

Happy early Victoria Day! ☀️

The Thrifty Foods 125th Anniversary Victoria Day parade starts at 9:00am May 19th at Douglas and Finlayson. Before the parade starts, keep your eye out for people walking the 2025 Douglas Mile for Parkinson Wellness Projects, a non-profit organization supporting programs and services to the Parkinson's community.

To learn more about Parkinson Wellness Projects, check out the following link: https://parkinsonwellness.ca/events

05/05/2025

Check out this flyer highlighting Charlie Law, who works out of our Royal Oak location! Charlie is experienced in providing sports performance counselling for athletes, as well as mental health counselling for other concerns. You can make an appointment with Charlie by calling 778-440-8880, or by filling out the contact form: https://www.vipsychology.ca/contact/

04/17/2025

Happy Easter from Vancouver Island Psychological Services! 🐇💐🥚☀️

04/07/2025

Did you know that April 7th is World CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) day? 🌎 Check out this informative video by Dr. Randy Paterson hosted through the Canadian Association for Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (“CACBT”) that talks about what CBT is all about! 🧠

This is a great opportunity to remind Canadians that CBT is an effective treatment for a variety of mental health issues and chronic medical conditions, maki...

04/03/2025

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03/26/2025

Spring is here! 🌼🌷🪻🌞 Have you seen any daffodils around the island?

As the weather starts to get sunnier and the days get longer, the thought of spring cleaning around the home may come to people's mind. Not only should we be doing some tidying around the home, but it is also a good time to do a check-in on your mental health too🧠. Take a look at this article that talks about a few simple mental health tips and tools for this time of year ☀️!

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/friendship-20/202403/4-small-psychological-shifts-for-your-spring-well-being

03/21/2025

On these dreary spring mornings, there is nothing better than waking up with a nice warm cup of your favourite coffee or tea ☕ 🌥 Did you know that there are more benefits to drinking your daily cup of caffeine other than feeling more alert? Check out this article that talks about the lesser known benefits (and some drawbacks!) that drinking caffeine has on our brains and mental health 🧠

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/addiction-outlook/202503/go-ahead-drink-your-coffee