The end-of-school transition
Whether it’s the end of JK, grade 6, or grade 9, the end of the school year can bring with it mixed emotions.
Here are some ideas to support the students in your life.
When it all feels like too much
It’s so easy to become weighted down by our to-do lists and worries.
So what can we do about it?
News worthy ideas
More and more we’re talking with young people who are trying to figure out how to make sense of everything that is happening in the world right now
Here are some ideas that may be able to help.
Thoughtful questions for over-thinkers
The anticipatory “what ifs” and the reflective “should haves” can get in the way of our sleep, relationships, and create some really uncomfortable emotions.
If you live with an over-thinker, we have some ideas.
February: The shortest or the longest month?
On the calendar, February is the shortest month of the year. But in real life? It often feels like it goes on forever.
The “Why” behind our Mental Health First Aid courses
We know that counselling plays an important role in supporting an individual’s mental health journey, but we also know that it is not - it cannot be - the only support.
When we started Sound Youth Counselling, we had this perspective in mind -
Navigating holiday expectations: And (hopefully) without the meltdowns
Let’s be real, the holidays aren’t always as magical and peaceful as the movies make them seem…
Here are a few ideas to help make the season smoother.
A look at DBT: And how it could help your teen (and family)
You might have heard the term "DBT" floating around in conversations about youth mental health, but what exactly is it and how can it help?
Writing down our worries: A simple strategy that can make a big difference
Let’s talk about worry and why a pen, some paper, and a few quiet minutes can help.
Navigating back-to-school feelings
The back-to-school transition can bring a mix of emotions: excited and nervous, curious and overwhelmed…