BKP Counselling & Consulting
8047 199 Street V2Y 0E9 Langley, BC, Canada

There was already many compelling reasons to limit your social media intake (News, Tik Tok, Facebook, Instagram etc.) due to the threat of vicarious trauma. A first-ever U.S.-based study in 2018 affirmed that a police killing of an unarmed African American triggered days of poor mental health for Black people. https://news.harvard.edu//how-unjust-police-killings-dama/

Can you tell if someone close to you is struggling? Your child, co-worker, family member(s)? Looking out for someone's mental health is just as critical as their physical wellbeing. Spotting Depression is not easy, even for the experienced professional however helping someone who is possibly wearing a "mask" to survive can start with a genuine check-in or using resources available to help empower you to support a friend or colleague in need #mentalhealthmatters #sufferinginsilence #depression #mentalwellness #checkin #endstigma #FriendInNeedIsFriendIndeed #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

A big part of my job, something I truly enjoy, is psychoeducation. Teaching clients how we get stuck, the warning signs missed before the distress began and strategies to apply during periods when we might get stuck in a rut. If things that used to excite you are feeling less interesting and nothing else has been working, reach out and let's give counselling a try. #therapistthoughts #gettingstuck #warningsigns #lifechanges #acknowledge #unhappiness #takecareofyourself #mentalhealth #langleytherapist #vancouvertherapist #bkpcounselling

Why do men typically: a) Shut down b) Get angry when confronted with difficult situations . Young and adult males need the emotional intelligence to process strife in healthy ways. The consequences of stifling our feelings have professional, personal and relationship dangers in the present and future. Whether it be counselling or other avenues, don't be "that guy" anymore #emotionalIQ #embraceemotions #emotionsmatter #mensmentalhealth #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

Take advantage of wellness and lifestyle benefits that Canadian employer have been prioritizing during the beginning of the pandemic. Studies have demonstrated concern over long-term disability and emotional burnout, as a result of covid-19. Make your mental fortitude of the greatest importance, especially for those who need you to be #therapybenefits #pandemiccounselling #pandemictherapy #healthandwellness #employerbenefits #extendedhealthbenefits #vancouvertherapy #vancitytherapy #langleytherapist #b#bkpcounselling

"To see people fighting for your mere existence can be exhausting", therefore I can't stress enough the importance of: a) Having a long list of self-wellness activities b) Challenge your comfort zone, entertain some techniques/hobbies that can offer you resilience and the chance to see the beauty in humanity #copingskills #copingstrategies #wellnesstools #comfortzonechallenge #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

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I get the pleasure of working with some incredibly strong young people, a subject that often comes up is Validation. This does not just apply to getting an A or doing well in a sport, we build resilient youth by validating fears and helping them to make plans even if they are resistant. Allow yourself to vulnerable, patience and open-minded during this critical time and know there is help available. #youthmentalhealth #buildingresilence #validation #vulnerability #patience #langleytherapist #vancouvertherapist #bkpcounselling

Self-Consciousness has to be at an all-time high. There are unfortunately a lot of negative opportunities for many of us to feel like we are "under a microscope" on a daily basis. As a therapist I get to connect with so many beautiful and diverse versions of us (which I am grateful for) and use the opportunity to help folks move away from habitual self-critical behavior and towards a self-awareness an acceptance which can serve you much better in the long run. #selfconsciousness #angst #unhappiness #cultureofjudgement #selfacceptance #selflove #mindfulliving #vancouvertherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

Tuning everyone else around you out and tuning into yourself is a slept-on skill that can serve you in a myriad of ways. If you've been unsure about how to find more mindfulness (awareness + acceptance) in your daily life, contact me for a free 15 min consultation to begin some ever-rewarding new habits #mindfulness #mindfulnesscoaching #mindfulnessliving #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

Don't Panic! As infection numbers increase equip ourselves with tips on how we can look after our mental health right now. Click below for an informative chat with Dr. Keith Dobson, a professor of clinical psychology at the university of Calgary, about resilience. https://soundcloud.com//coping-with-covid-with-dr-keith-do #covid19 #resilience #strength #support #langleytherapist #vancouvertherapist #bkpcounselling

We're gonna make it, we just need to be more resilient than ever. Find a way to anchor yourself to positive coping strategies to guide you through this difficult time for everyone. Situations like these do not last forever. #resilience #mentallystrong #mentallyfit #copingskillstoolbox #covidproblems #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

Some of us struggle with loneliness during the pandemic, this problem isn't knew simple put COVID-19 made it worse. Friendships are important to survive this prolonged confinement. Social media isn't a substitute but there are other (virtual + phone) ways we can reach out to sustain our friendships #whereisthelove #socialmediabreak #humanconnection #covidcheatcode #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

Resilience is MUST. No matter how difficult the moment you are in, you have the inherently have the tools to get through this. Click below to check out a presentation on staying strong during COVID-19 by Dr. Dobson, University of Calgary https://theworkingmind.ca/covid19-twm

Research has demonstrated people who make a habit of taking time to notice and reflect upon things they are grateful for experience more positive emotions in their lives. Maybe it's time for you to introduce this #lifehack in your routine? Gratitude is such a powerful emotion, don't sleep on it! Your local therapist can help you incorporate at least 25 unique gratitude practices into your world starting today #selflove #appreciation #smelltheroses #lifeimprovement #gratitude #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

It's natural to be worried about the future, but if you are becoming so consumed by it that your not able to enjoy the present or be hopeful for what's to come- IT'S IMPERATIVE TO ACT. There are ways that we can better manage worry so that we can save time and energy to use in more important areas of our lives #fortunetelling #mindreading #worry #mindfulness #worryless #deepbreathing #gratitude #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling

You deserve to take on the world again, getting your confidence back is essential to your survival. Facing your fears, redefining yourself and embracing mistakes is just the beginning but guess what nothing amazing comes easy #swaggerback #loveyourself #confidence #resilience #vancouvertherapist #vancitytherapist #bkpcounselling

Grieving someone who is still alive is a very common and difficult experience. If you or someone you care about has found themselves in this challenging phase of life, help educate them on what to expect and encourage feelings of grief to allow them to prepare. If these suggestions do not improve the situation then enlist help from a professional who can support them in finding ways to continue living their lives #anticipatorygrief #Alzheimer #cancer #COVID19 #terminalillness #griefsupport #vancouvertherapist #langleytherapist #bkpcounselling