Sweetgrass & Sage Counselling and Assessment Services

11/04/2025

11/02/2025

Although PTSD (and soon CPTSD) appear in the DSM, it alters the brain and must be viewed as a brain injury. This is why psychotherapy is complex and often requires thinking outside the box. It is not ever a “one size fits all” approach in treatment and remission. EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is one modality which has been proven to be evidence-based, as well as best practice. EMDR focuses on desensitization and reprocessing of the trauma through the utilization of eye movements. It can be used as a stand alone treatment, as well as being paired with other techniques and treatment modalities.

10/08/2025

Do not use alone. Please be safe.

About Us The National Overdose Response Service (NORS) is a virtual safe consumption site available for all Canadians, 24/7 * 365. Our service is 100% confidential, anonymous and judgement free. Our only priority is to keep you safe while you use drugs. Please don’t use alone. our impact 20,000 + ...

10/04/2025

When was the last time someone really listened to what you had to say?

Meet Paul Jenkinson, a 71-year-old retired social worker who is spending a year travelling across the country with two foldable chairs and a sign that’s says, “You are not alone! I will listen”.

He sets up in parks or public spaces and just waits for anyone who may feel the need to just talk. He wants people to know that they are seen and that no matter what they are going through, good or bad, there’s always someone to listen.

After spending a few hours with him I was amazed at how many strangers would see the sign and stop to chat.

He opened up that when he lost his daughter, he struggled a bit to feel comfortable sharing with people what he was going through because he worried that he wouldn’t be heard or that people would try to find words when no words would be enough.

If you see Paul in your town or city, pull up a chair and say hi.

And remember, you are not alone.

10/03/2025

When someone is killed by their partner, friends and family often noticed the warning signs but did not know what to do.

Call the Neighbours, Friends & Families support line at 1-855-225-0220 or dial 211 to get connected to confidential help and resources across Nova Scotia.

If you believe someone’s life is in immediate danger, call 911.

Together, we can learn to recognize the signs, respond safely, and connect to support.

09/20/2025

📢📢📢 Volunteer Opportunity: Become a Grief Support Facilitator!

Are you passionate about supporting others through grief? Bereaved Families of Nova Scotia is seeking compassionate volunteers to become peer support group facilitators. If you have personal experience with loss, facilitation skills, and a heart for helping others, we want to hear from you!

We are actively looking for facilitators across Nova Scotia, with an immediate need in:

📍 Antigonish | Southshore | Halifax | New Glasgow | Sydney
| Wolfville | Cheticamp | Kentville



This is a meaningful and rewarding opportunity to guide and support individuals on their healing journey.

Interested? Email an “Expression of Interest” outlining your background, experience, and why you'd like to get involved to:

Natasha Brubaker - nbrubaker@bereavedfamiliesns.ca

Together, we can make a difference!

09/20/2025

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We are thrilled to announce that this year we are hosting a special screening of “Saying Goodbye: Preparing for Death” for the 3rd annual Grief Matters festival! The screening is acting as a fundraiser for Hospice Halifax , with all proceeds going towards their wonderful efforts and programs.

Join us on September 20th as we showcase the second film in the When You Die Trilogy. Following the screening there will be a Q&A with Director Johanna Lunn and Social Work and Programs Manager Kaitlin Cantrell.

Grab your ticket here: https://tinyurl.com/y2bhj6xf

09/20/2025

QEII palliative care unit offering cuddle beds for closeness when most neededPatients and their loved ones staying at the QEII Health Sciences Centre’s palliative care unit at the Victoria General site now have a unique opportunity.They can use new specialized hospital beds specifically designed t...