Juniper Counselling Resource Hub

When many people think about counselling, they imagine someone in crisis—struggling with depression, trauma, or a major mental health breakdown. At Juniper Counselling in Port Moody, we see counselling differently. While therapy can absolutely support people during those hard times, it’s also a powerful resource for everyday life. Counselling isn’t only for people with a […]

Grief is a deeply personal journey, and no two experiences are exactly the same. Whether you’re mourning the loss of a loved one (human or pet), navigating a divorce, or adjusting to a major life change, the weight of grief can feel overwhelming. At Juniper Counselling in Port Moody, we offer gentle, trauma-informed support to […]

If you’re searching for anxiety counselling near me or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, you’re not alone—and support is closer than you think. At Juniper Counselling, we offer compassionate, evidence-based anxiety therapy in Port Moody to help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control. Whether anxiety shows up as racing thoughts, sleep problems, constant worry, […]

Nutritional psychiatry reframes food as medicine for the mind. Guided by experts like Dr. Uma Naidoo, you can use nutrition to support mental wellness. Pair these with lifestyle strategies (sleep, movement, therapy) to build a foundation for lasting mental health. Nutritional Psychiatry: Why Food Is More Than Fuel Nutritional psychiatry is the emerging field that […]

Thinking about seeing a therapist but not quite sure where to start—or even why you want to? You’re not alone. Maybe life just feels harder than usual. Or you’re tired, overwhelmed, stuck, or simply curious about how to feel better. Whatever brought you here, reaching out for support is a powerful first step—and you don’t […]

Non-Sleep deep rest is a powerful practice that guides your brain and body into a state of deep relaxation without falling asleep.   Dr. Andrew Huberman (a neuroscientist) coined non-sleep deep rest as the term for mindfulness practices that lead to a state of deep relaxation without falling asleep completely, including yoga nidra and some […]

Taking a brief 10-minute break in the middle of the day to enjoy a walk can significantly reduce symptoms of Anxiety and ADHD.  Consider turning off your phone, or even better, leave it at home! Take a moment to Breath Breath in for 4 counts, hold for 4 counts, exhale for 8 counts. A deep, […]

Better sleep can significantly improve mental health by supporting brain function, regulating mood, and promoting emotional processing. It helps with cognitive tasks like attention, memory, and decision-making, and it can also reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Make it COLD! Keep your room cold, ideally between 15.6°C and 19.4°C Minimize noise and block out light Follow the […]

In-Person counselling (compared to virtual counselling) comes with both benefits and risks. We have developed a policy to ensure that we minimize these risks. Please familiarize yourselves with our guidelines prior to booking an appointment. A COVID-19 screening will be sent to you 5 hours prior to your appointment. If you have symptoms or have […]

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Are you feeling a low mood this time of year? Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed by school, work, finances, or just life in general? Mindfulness has been proven to help people feel happier, more content, and can help with symptoms of anxiety and depression, along with other mood disorders. Mindfulness has become increasingly popular […]

The 4 qualities needed to feel WITH people: perspective taking, staying out of judgment, recognizing emotion and communicating that recognition. Brene Brown explains it brilliantly.