Ever wonder why you care so much about what other people think? It turns out you have to care. It’s an evolutionary biological survival system. So the advice “just stop caring about what other people think” might not be possible. But the degree to which we compare can be managed. The answer? Awareness. Mindfulness. Discussion. Social media and marketing make … Read More
Starting over. It’s a daunting thought. Taking those steps that most everyone …
Starting over. It’s a daunting thought. Taking those steps that most everyone you know will tell you not to do. The shareholders and stakeholders in your life are invested in their version of you. Hold on to the stability. Think about your future. Be responsible. Because taking risks seems really scary until you are making them. And then the fears … Read More
Meet the team! Meet Maple. Momentum’s (almost) therapy dog. When you come to…
Meet the team! Meet Maple. Momentum’s (almost) therapy dog. When you come to see me in person, Maple is an optional add on. She LOVES to be by your side and will definitely take all the love you can give her. This is her serious side. A dramatic photo to prove her therapeutic value. But don’t worry, she’s a big … Read More
The helping relationship. Where the magic happens. If shoes don’t fit, don’t…
The helping relationship. Where the magic happens. If shoes don’t fit, don’t buy them. And if you don’t feel like the therapist or coach is right, move on. Find a new one. What matters most is your comfort. You need to trust the person who is sitting in front of you, about to be the container you will pour your … Read More
Me. Hi. It’s Catherine. The therapist of Momentum Counselling. Common questi…
Me. Hi. It’s Catherine. The therapist of Momentum Counselling. Common questions: Who are you? First, I’m a mom of two amazing kids. Now both teenagers! I have been working in the healing / helping profession for over 20 years and I also work in corporate Canada. I practiced as a social worker in BC and am now a registered counsellor … Read More
Courage. The brave souls who book the appointment and invite another into thei…
Courage. The brave souls who book the appointment and invite another into their story are perhaps the most courageous people I’ve ever met. Brave conversations take a willingness to be deeply vulnerable. They take trust, even when in short supply. They require openness and equal parts vast discomfort. Brave space conversations require collaboration and joint curiosity. Together we fill the … Read More