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Chettiar Counselling and Associates

We recognize that finding a therapist that fits your needs can be challenging.

Our therapists provide support for managing anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, parenting support, separation & divorce, fertility challenges, grief & loss, trauma recovery, eating disorders and gaming overuse issues. We offer a no-cost phone consultation to help you determine if the counselling services we provide will be a good fit for you.

02/14/2026

Many people have heard of the silent treatment, also called stonewalling. However, fewer people know that it is used as a form of manipulation and has many downsides. Swipe through to see the impact on relationship and see some tips if you are on the receiving or giving end of the silent treatment.

Always remember that if you would like support in a situation of stonewalling (as the giver or receiver) or if you want to know if you are, our counsellors are here to support you. No matter what you deserve support so don't hesitate to reach out. Find the link to our website in our bio.

02/10/2026

A friendly reminder that you are not broken and you should not think of yourself as someone that needs to be fixed. You do not need to change for others. If you aren't feeling these things know that you deserve to be. Some of these will take time and others will take life changes and time. Sometimes it is society that is not ready for who we are.

Always remember that our counsellors at Chettiar are here to support you and your needs, whatever those may be. You never know, perhaps one of our counsellors can allow you to start feeling some of these. Check out the link in our bio to view counsellors accepting clients and book an appointment.

02/05/2026

Many people have heard of Neverland, a place where children do not age. Peter Pan syndrome is not a diagnosable disorder but instead a pattern of symptoms that comes down to someone who is an adult but does not take on adult roles or responsibilities.

It can be hard for people to accept or recognize that they have Peter Pan syndrome. Counselling can help someone understand and recognize the patterns in behaviour that they exhibit and assist them in taking on their adult roles and responsibilities while constructively dealing with stress and anxiety.

02/01/2026

Many research articles are reported on in the media. Unfortunately, the media also distorts the studies and draws conclusions that the researchers did not. In this study, conducted in Toronto, the researchers conclude that we need more research to determine the directionality of the relationship they found showing that youth with MDD consume less healthy foods than youth with no psychiatric illness. Leave a comment below with a topic you would like to see research on.

Our counsellors at Chettiar are committed to helping you in whatever ways you need. We will provide you with information that, to the best of our knowledge, is accurate. Please don't take all media reports at face value, especially if they are attempting to draw conclusions or have you change aspects of your life.

01/29/2026

Counselling is an effective means for enhancing mental and emotional well-being. Counselling can be beneficial for individuals of all age groups. However, the approach that a counsellor takes for different age groups will differ. Here are the 4 main differences between adult and adolescent counselling, to read the full blog visit: https://chettiarcounselling.ca/blog/distinctive-differences-teen-adult-counselling

At Chettiar we have counsellors who are trained in counselling teens 14+, 16+, and/or adults. To see our full list of counsellors and their specializations visit: https://chettiarcounselling.ca/our-team

01/24/2026

Why does everyone get sick during or right after midterms, exams, or important work projects? Can we do anything about it? Contrary to popular belief, illness after stress is not due to the body being "too tired to fight the illness." In fact, the body is engaging in a self-protective mechanism that suppresses the immune system so that all of the energy it has can go towards dealing with the stressor itself. This means when we are stressed for prolonged periods of time, our bodies are much more susceptible to illness. This is also why we have difficulty sleeping; our bodies have turned off or decreased their sleep systems to keep us on alert.

One of the most important things is to catch it early. We cannot decide to be or not to be stressed during an event. But in many cases we can help to decrease that response after or during the event. This will help to turn off the HPA axis and allow the body to return to its normal functioning. Talking to a counsellor can be a great first step and our counsellors at Chettiar are dedicated to helping you detect stress early and proving you with strategies to prevent chronic stress. Some things to consider: cool down before going to bed, don't have caffeine without food, don't over exercise, open your blinds in the morning, try and do yoga or mindfulness "snacks" during the day, find a safe physical touch (hugs, petting an animal, weighted blanket), breathing or other activities to stimulate the vagus nerve.

01/20/2026

Disorientation is not uncommon for youth. It is important for society to recognize this and provide support to those who are experiencing it to help navigate this period. There are several contributing factors, consequences, and supports for youth disorientation. Experiencing disorientation can be really challenging and it is therefore really important to reach out for help. Our counsellors at Chettiar Counselling and Associates are here to support you. If you feel disoriented, don't hesitate to book an appointment. We can provide resources, coping mechanisms, advice, and an open ear.

01/17/2026

Sometimes everything feels overwhelming and the small steps don't feel small. To those of you who need to hear this, the little things are enough. If you checked every box on this list, be proud of yourself. If you only checked one or didn't check any, be proud of yourself. Challenge yourself to check one more box next week than you did this week and be proud of yourself for being here.

Sometimes all we need is someone to talk to or sometimes we just need to sit on a call with someone in silence because we aren't ready. At Chettiar Counselling and Associates we are here for you, in whatever way you need and our counsellors move at your pace.

01/12/2026

Challenges are a part of daily life, but they do build and can become overwhelming or detrimental to one's mental health. The teenage years can feel like a rollercoaster and are often some of the most challenging times. There are many physical and mental events that occur combining to make life a huge challenge. Check out the full blog post here: https://chettiarcounselling.ca/blog/issues-young-adults-today-face

Our counselors at Chettiar Counselling and Associates are here to support you, including providing resources to help you reach a balance in your life. For those facing financial strain, note that counselling is often included in student benefits, work benefits, and parent work benefits. We also offer counselling by intern therapists for a reduced rate.

01/09/2026

As mentioned in our previous post, depression is, unfortunately, very common. Depression as a mental illness is not often something that disappears on its own. It takes strength and resiliency, a strength and resiliency that we believe all of you have. These are just some strategies that are effective at helping make depression a more manageable mental illness. There is no timeline on healing but slowly incorporating these into your day-to-day life is a great first step. And always remember that if you want support, for depression or anything else in life, our Counsellors at Chettiar Counselling and Associates are here to support you. See the link in our bio to book an appointment.

01/05/2026

Depression is, unfortunately, a very commonly experienced mental illness. Depression is not just feeling down or having a bad day; it is a series of serious symptoms that persists for weeks, months, or even longer. High-functioning depression, or persistent depressive disorder (PPD) is when a person with depression doesn't see their symptoms as worrisome or worthy of seeking help. If you are experiencing these symptoms or think that you or someone you know is experiencing PPD, don't hesitate to reach out. Our counsellors at Chettiar Counselling and Associates are here to support you however you need.

01/01/2026

Hi all, Happy New Year from Chettiar Counselling and Associates! We are so happy to have spent another year with all of our returning clients and are ready to welcome anyone who needs support in 2026 and beyond. Here are some reminders for you to start off 2026 strong by protecting your mental health.

Address

367 Woodlawn Road W, #2
Guelph, ON
N1H7K9

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

519-766-8292

Website

https://chettiarcounselling.ca/

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