Scott Stephen Counselling

Been learning lots about dissociative identity disorder (formerly known as multiple personality disorder). It’s a serious, but very treatable disorder, commonly brought on by experiencing severe trauma. Approx. 30 million people in North America live with some form of structural dissociation, so it’s not a bad idea to read up on this stuff! I’d like to specialise in helping folks with this one day, so this is one step of many in getting there ... Also . . . Who’s Victor?

It’s been a while, as I’ve been busy learning the latest in trauma therapy I’m currently undergoing training in EMDR therapy with the EMDR Center of Canada, and I can start seeing clients as part of my practicum. The good news for you is that I’m not going to charge my fee for practicum clients! During my EMDR practicum, all of my EMDR cases are overseen by Jasmine Alexander, an EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) certified consultant, to make sure I’m adhering to the ...EMDR protocols. Our sessions are still private (between you and I), and your identity will remain confidential during my consultation sessions with Jasmine. Only the pertinent details of your case are shared with her, so I can get feedback on my adherence to the EMDR model. I only have one more spot available, so feel free to send me a DM if you’re interested!

Super excited to build upon my DBT (dialectical behavioural therapy) skills DBT was initially created to help folks cope with severe emotional deregulation and harmful behaviours like self-harm and suicide attempts, but the skills in DBT are applicable to nearly any challenging situation in our lives. It’s a practical yet gentle way of approaching difficult life circumstances #dbtskills #bpdrecovery #traumarecovery #therapythings

Shining bright tonight

We’ve made it to the future! Officially got my website up and running today Drop on by and take a gander https://www.scottstephen.com

Picked up some vibrant new art this evening from the Under 100 event at @lakecountryartgallery! Paintings are Yin and Yang by Elaine Gowryluk, aka @tickle_my_fancy_artworks, and they’re so lovey

Appreciating the moment, even if it’s not perfect.

If we look back far enough, the roots of a lot of no longer helpful behaviours or responses served a purpose in the past . . . Lying (temporarily) avoided severe punishment... Fighting back (physically or verbally) defended a boundary People pleasing increased the chances of emotional and physical affection Amnesia protected the brain from realising a painful reality . . . You did your best with the tools at your disposal, and they kept you alive - physically and emotionally. If you’re no longer in that situation, or even if you still are, I can help you put those tools aside and teach you how to use new, effective ones for your current situation #resilience #survivor #darkandlight #mixedbag #hope