Family TLC

Family TLC Family TLC making lives better. A group of regulated counselling professionals.

Family TLC Simcoe County is a group of therapists who help children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents, and families. Whether you need Family Therapy, Marriage Counselling, help with Separation and Divorce, Depression and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Addictions our specialists are here to assist you through counselling. We believe you are bigger than the problem and with our help, we are confident you change your direction. Give us a call: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Appointments can be booked for Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Relationship counselling isn’t just for couples who are on the edge of breaking up.Many couples come in because they wan...
01/21/2026

Relationship counselling isn’t just for couples who are on the edge of breaking up.

Many couples come in because they want to communicate better, feel closer again, or stop having the same argument on repeat. Sometimes it’s about repairing trust. Sometimes it’s about learning how to support each other through a hard season.

Counselling gives you a space where both people are heard, without blame or taking sides. It’s not about deciding who’s right. It’s about understanding what’s happening between you and finding a way forward together.

If something in your relationship has been feeling off, you don’t have to wait until it gets worse.

If you’re considering relationship counselling, you can start with a consultation to see if it’s the right fit. Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

One of the things many people don’t realize is that resistance to asking for help is incredibly common.Not because peopl...
01/20/2026

One of the things many people don’t realize is that resistance to asking for help is incredibly common.
Not because people don’t want support, but because they’ve learned to carry things on their own for a long time.

As therapists, we see this often. People worry about being judged. They wonder if their problems are ‘big enough.’ They tell themselves they should be able to handle it.

We don’t see resistance as a flaw. We see it as a sign that someone has been trying to cope the best way they know how.

Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about giving you space to think, feel, and make sense of what you’re carrying with someone who’s trained to listen.

If you’ve been on the fence, that hesitation makes sense. You don’t have to have the right words or a clear plan to start.

If you’re thinking about therapy but feel unsure, you can start with a conversation. Book a session with a Family TLC therapist or schedule a consultation to see if it feels like the right fit.

When anxiety hits, your thoughts start spiraling, or you feel emotionally overwhelmed, grounding techniques can help bri...
01/19/2026

When anxiety hits, your thoughts start spiraling, or you feel emotionally overwhelmed, grounding techniques can help bring you back to the present moment.

This simple exercise takes less than a minute and can be done anywhere—at your desk, in your car, or even in the middle of a conversation.

Here's how:
- 5 things you can see: Look around and name five things in your space. A plant. A coffee cup. The texture of a wall. This pulls your focus outward.
- 4 things you can touch: Notice the feeling of your feet on the floor, your back against a chair, the fabric of your clothes, or something in your hand. Physical sensations anchor you.
- 3 things you can hear: Listen closely. The hum of a fan. Distant voices. Your own breathing. Tuning into sound shifts your attention away from racing thoughts.
- 2 things you can smell: If possible, notice scents around you—coffee, fresh air, lotion. If you can't smell anything, think of two scents you like.
- 1 thing you can taste: Take a sip of water, chew gum, or simply notice the taste in your mouth. Engaging taste completes the sensory reset.

Why this works: Grounding techniques activate your senses and interrupt the anxiety loop. When your mind is racing or you're feeling disconnected, this exercise brings you back into your body and the present moment.

It's not a cure, but it's a tool you can use anytime you need to pause and reset.

Save this post so you have it when you need it. And if you're finding yourself needing grounding techniques often, therapy can help you build more tools to manage anxiety and stress.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

Coming back from the holidays and feeling… stuck?You're not lazy. You're not failing. You're just adjusting.After time o...
01/17/2026

Coming back from the holidays and feeling… stuck?

You're not lazy. You're not failing. You're just adjusting.

After time off, getting back into your routine can feel harder than it should. Your brain is still in rest mode, your body feels sluggish, and even simple tasks suddenly feel like too much.

That post-holiday slump is real. And it doesn't mean something's wrong with you.

Here's what might be happening:
- Your energy hasn't caught up yet. Rest mode doesn't switch off overnight, and your motivation takes time to rebuild.
- You're overwhelmed by everything waiting for you. Coming back to a full inbox, deadlines, and responsibilities all at once can make your brain shut down before you even start.
- You lost your rhythm. Routines keep us steady, and when they get disrupted, it takes effort to find that flow again.
- You're burned out from before the break. Sometimes the "laziness" isn't laziness at all—it's your body still recovering from months of stress.

What you can do:
- Start small. Pick one tiny task and just do that. Progress doesn't have to be big to count.
- Give yourself a few days. Motivation doesn't come back instantly, and that's okay.
- Build a simple routine. Even small rituals like a morning walk or setting one goal for the day can help you ease back in.
- Check in with yourself. If the lack of motivation lasts longer than a couple of weeks or starts affecting your work, relationships, or daily life, it might be worth talking to someone.

You don't have to snap back to full productivity right away. Be patient with yourself as you rebuild momentum.

And if you're struggling to get unstuck, therapy can help. Read the full blog on motivation (link in bio) or book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

You've read the articles. You've listened to the podcasts. You've tried the breathing exercises, the journal prompts, th...
01/14/2026

You've read the articles. You've listened to the podcasts. You've tried the breathing exercises, the journal prompts, the self-care tips.

And some of it helps. But it's not enough.

Because knowing what to do and actually being able to do it are two very different things.

Therapy isn't just about learning coping strategies or understanding why you feel the way you do. It's about having someone help you work through what's blocking you from moving forward.

Here's what therapy offers that self-help content can't:
- Someone who sees the patterns you can't see. When you're stuck in your own thoughts, it's hard to recognize what keeps you looping. A therapist helps you notice the patterns so you can start to shift them.
- A space to process emotions, not just understand them. Reading about anxiety doesn't make it go away. Therapy gives you a place to actually feel and work through what you're carrying, not just intellectualize it.
- Accountability without judgment. It's easy to skip the hard work when you're doing it alone. A therapist helps you stay committed to your growth, even when it feels uncomfortable.
- Personalized guidance, not generic advice. Your life, your relationships, and your struggles are unique. Therapy meets you where you are and adapts to what you actually need, not what works for everyone.
- Permission to be honest without having to protect anyone. You don't have to soften your feelings or worry about burdening someone. Therapy is a space where you can say what's really true.

Google can give you information. Therapy helps you integrate it, process it, and use it in ways that actually change how you feel and how you show up in your life.

If you've been trying to figure it out on your own and it's not working, that doesn't mean you're failing. It means you need support, not more articles.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

You've been going to therapy for a few weeks or months now. You're showing up. You're doing the work. But some days it s...
01/12/2026

You've been going to therapy for a few weeks or months now. You're showing up. You're doing the work. But some days it still feels hard.

You might wonder if it's working. You might feel like you should be "better" by now. You might even think about stopping because you're not seeing the dramatic shift you hoped for.

Here's what's important to know: healing doesn't happen in straight lines.

Progress might look like crying less often, even if you're still crying. It might look like catching yourself before you spiral, even if the spiral still happens sometimes. It might look like having one calm conversation with your partner, even though the next one is still hard.

It's the small shifts that add up over time. The moment you pause before reacting. The boundary you set, even if your voice shook. The day you felt a little less heavy, even if you couldn't explain why.

Therapy isn't about fixing yourself quickly. It's about building a foundation that helps you feel steadier, more connected, and more capable of handling what life brings.

Some weeks will feel like breakthroughs. Others will feel like you're just surviving. Both are part of the process.

If you're in therapy and feeling discouraged, please keep going. The work you're doing matters, even when it doesn't feel like it yet.

And if you've been thinking about starting, know that progress isn't always loud or obvious. But it's real. And it's worth it.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist and take the next step in your journey.

Sometimes the words we use don't match what's really going on inside. We say we're fine because it feels easier than exp...
01/10/2026

Sometimes the words we use don't match what's really going on inside. We say we're fine because it feels easier than explaining. We brush things off because we don't want to burden anyone. We keep going because we think we're supposed to.

But those feelings don't go away just because we don't say them out loud.

If you've been saying one thing while feeling another, you're not alone. And you're not being dramatic. You're just trying to protect yourself while carrying something heavy.

Therapy is a place where you don't have to translate your feelings into something more palatable. You can say what's really true, without fear of judgment or having to minimize it.

You deserve to be heard for what you're actually experiencing, not just what feels safe to say.

If this resonates, it might be time to reach out. Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

If your teen has been lashing out lately, you're not alone.Teenage anger towards parents, especially moms, is one of the...
01/09/2026

If your teen has been lashing out lately, you're not alone.

Teenage anger towards parents, especially moms, is one of the most common struggles families face during adolescence. And it can feel incredibly personal, even when it's not about you at all.

Your teen isn't trying to hurt you. They're navigating hormonal changes, academic pressure, social stress, and a growing need for independence. Sometimes that frustration comes out as anger, withdrawal, or hurtful words.

It doesn't mean you're doing something wrong. It means they're overwhelmed and don't always know how to express it.

Here are a few things that can help:

Stay calm during outbursts. Your steadiness helps them feel safe, even when emotions are high.

Listen without jumping in to fix. Sometimes they just need to feel heard.

Set clear, consistent boundaries. Teens push limits, but they also need structure to feel secure.

Teach healthy coping skills. Deep breathing, taking breaks, or physical activity can help them manage stress.

Seek support when needed. Family therapy can give both you and your teen tools to communicate better and rebuild connection.

You don't have to navigate this alone. If your teen's anger feels overwhelming or is affecting your family, therapy can help.

We work with parents and teens to improve communication, reduce conflict, and strengthen relationships.

Read the full article on our blog (link in bio) or book a family therapy session with Family TLC today.

01/09/2026

If You've Been Thinking About Therapy for Months…

This is your sign.

You've been carrying this thought around for a while now. Maybe it crosses your mind when you're lying awake at night. Maybe it comes up when you're overwhelmed but trying to push through. Maybe you've even typed out a message or searched for a therapist, then closed the tab.

You're not procrastinating because you're lazy or because it's not that bad. You're hesitating because reaching out feels vulnerable. Because part of you is still trying to manage it on your own. Because asking for help can feel like admitting defeat.

But here's the truth: waiting doesn't make it easier. It just means you carry it longer.

Therapy isn't about proving you're struggling enough to deserve it. It's about giving yourself support before things get harder. It's about not having to do this alone anymore.

You don't need to wait for a breaking point. You don't need permission. You just need to take the first step.

If you've been thinking about it, that's already your answer.

You're ready. Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

If you're nervous about starting therapy, that's completely normal.A lot of people walk into their first session wonderi...
01/08/2026

If you're nervous about starting therapy, that's completely normal.

A lot of people walk into their first session wondering: Will I say the wrong thing? Will I cry? Will they think I'm overreacting?

Here's what I want you to know:

You don't need to have it all together.

You're not here to impress me. You're here because something feels hard, and that's enough. There's no "right way" to start therapy.

You don't have to share everything right away.

We move at your pace. If something feels too vulnerable to talk about yet, that's okay. Trust takes time, and we build it together.

It's okay if you don't know what you need.

A lot of people come in saying, "I don't even know where to start." That's actually a really honest and helpful place to begin. We'll figure it out together.

You won't be judged.

Whatever you're feeling, whatever you've been through, it's safe here. My job isn't to fix you or tell you what to do. It's to help you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work through what's weighing on you.

You're allowed to feel relief.

Sometimes people feel lighter after their first session, and then feel guilty for it. You don't have to wait until things are terrible to ask for help. Starting now is brave.

If you've been thinking about therapy but aren't sure what to expect, let this be your reassurance..
You're ready. And we're here when you are.

Book your first session with a Family TLC therapist today.

You might look fine on the outside. You're still going to work, taking care of responsibilities, showing up for others.B...
01/07/2026

You might look fine on the outside. You're still going to work, taking care of responsibilities, showing up for others.

But something feels off.

Here are three quiet signs that stress has crossed into something bigger:

1. You can't turn it off. mEven when you're "relaxing," your mind is racing. You're thinking about what you forgot, what could go wrong, what you need to do next. Rest doesn't feel restful anymore.

2. Small things feel overwhelming. A minor inconvenience, a last-minute change, or a simple question from someone can make you want to shut down or snap. Your capacity feels smaller than it used to be.

3. You don't feel like yourself. You're more irritable, more withdrawn, or more numb than usual. The things that used to bring you joy feel like effort. You're going through the motions, but you're not really present.
If any of this sounds familiar, it's not weakness. It's not failure. It's your body and mind telling you they need support.

You don't have to wait until you're falling apart to reach out.

Therapy can help you feel steady again. Book a session with a Family TLC therapist today.

You don't have to fix everything this year.You don't need to have it all figured out before you reach out. You don't nee...
01/05/2026

You don't have to fix everything this year.

You don't need to have it all figured out before you reach out. You don't need a perfect list of goals or a clear plan for how therapy should go.

Sometimes, the most important thing you can do is just show up and say, "I'm struggling, and I don't know where to start."

Therapy isn't about performance. It's not about proving you're "bad enough" to deserve help or "together enough" to make progress.

It's a space where you can be honest about what's hard without needing to have all the answers.

You don't have to fix yourself to be worthy of support. You're worthy now.

If you've been waiting for the "right time" or the "right words," this is your permission to stop waiting.

Book a session with a Family TLC therapist. You don't have to do this alone.

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Family TLC Simcoe County is a group of therapists who help children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents, and families. Whether you need Family Therapy, Marriage Counselling, help with Separation and Divorce, Depression and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Addictions our specialist are here to assist you through counseling. We believe you are bigger than the problem and with our help, we are confident you change your direction. Give us a call: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Appointments can be booked for Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.