Jeffery Counselling and Wellness

07/16/2025

Unlock your potential by exploring our website for valuable insights and resources designed to support men's mental health. Take the first step towards a healthier mindset today at billjeffery.com.

06/27/2025

As Men’s Health Month comes to a close, we want to acknowledge the progress we've made in Men's Mental Health— and the massive amount of work still ahead.

More men are speaking up. More conversations are happening at the dinner table, in the workplace, in the media, and in the community. The stigma is slowly breaking down, and that gives us real reason for optimism.

I am very proud to be part of that change — with The Lonely Man Project and now with the CMHA-NL and Harbour Strong.
We are making a real difference in our province. And so are you.

We're seeing:
✅ Increased awareness and understanding of men’s emotional needs
✅ More programs designed specifically for men’s mental health
✅ Growing numbers of men reaching out for support
✅ Stronger voices advocating for change

Harbour Strong is an innovative, practical, supportive space where men can strengthen their mental fitness, connect with others, and build healthier lives. While it is supported by many, it’s designed by men, for all men, and it’s here to stay — long after June ends.

The conversation doesn’t stop here. Let’s keep pushing forward.
Let’s keep supporting one another. Let’s stay Harbour Strong. 💪

Your Harbour, Your Crew.

Canadian Mental Health Association NL

06/25/2025

As a Counsellor, I have spent a lot of my time working with men and supporting their mental health. However, as a Personal Training Specialist, I am going to dedicate just a couple of appointments a week to helping folks lose weight and get healthy. Having lost 180lbs, I know the missing link for me was in my head - my thoughts and beliefs - that helped me sabotage time and again. For many people, THIS is the puzzle piece to finding success. All the plans work if you stick to them - and yet so many people struggle to take and keep control. It is not about willpower and is more complex than calories in/calories out. You've tried everything - but have you tried changing your thinking? There's some food for thought.
If you are interested, touch base. Stop beating yourself up and start hitting your goals.

06/24/2025

Alanis Morisette knows about mental health struggles. She says ‘would not be alive’ without therapy.

“If you put a highly sensitive person in an environment where they’re brow-beaten or reduced, they’ll basically want to kill themselves. It’s the worst.”

Talk therapy can be that important.

Alanis Morissette says she ‘would not be alive’ without therapy: ‘I have a depressive tendency’ - ‘Ironic’ singer opened up about her mental health struggles ahead of her debut Glastonbury Festival performance

02/07/2025

For those asking, I have uploaded the interview with Toni-Marie Wiseman yesterday on the website. Click here to see it:

Supporting Men & the Families Who Love Them Check out the video below.

01/31/2025

Here's a startling statistic:
Did you know that loneliness is the new smoking for older men?
Social isolation causes more harm than smoking 15 ci******es a day or being obese.
It is THAT bad. But we aim to do something about that.

Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7452903/

11/23/2024

I saw a discussion online about the worst thing about depression
The worst thing I can name about depression is what it gives you - apathy. People have lost so much time not realizing depression has rendered them unable to care about anything. Decades in some cases. Many don't realize how pervasive it can be in so many aspects of your life. It's not just sadness. It's not just anger. It's bigger than that.

10/10/2024

World Mental Health Day. While we all see the need for more accessible services in our own communities, we have to add more than crisis management services to better serve people. We don't talk about it, but we currently have a two-tier system where those with means (money, EAP programs) can access services faster than those who don't. We need to put more effort into prevention and enabling people to seek help long before they reach crisis mode. Mental health deteriorates the longer it is left untreated and people need connection opportunities to work through issues long before they become problematic. Increasing the ability for people to be connected to professionals to help and encouraging those with resources to utilize those resources are key areas to making improvement. We are making progress, but we have a lot of work to do. Mental health shouldn't be a game of musical chairs - let's make sure everyone has a seat.

Jeffery Counselling and Wellness

10/02/2024

(I can't share the link, so see article pasted below) The explosion of advertising and normalizing gambling culture is going to be problematic. You cannot turn on a game and not be inundated with ads and announcers making their picks. Online gambling poses significant dangers, particularly for young men who may be more susceptible to its allure. The immersive nature of digital platforms can create an illusion of easy money, leading to impulsive decisions and excessive spending. Young men, often in a stage of identity exploration and risk-taking, may underestimate the risks involved, potentially resulting in financial hardship and addiction. The anonymity of online gambling can also foster unhealthy habits, making it difficult to seek help or recognize when behavior becomes problematic. Ultimately, the combination of high accessibility and low barriers to entry can trap vulnerable individuals in a cycle of gambling-related issues.

LOCAL NEWS - VOCM
Addictions Counsellor Sounding Alarm Over Online Gambling
Oct 1, 2024 | 7:37 AM
Addictions Counsellor Sounding Alarm Over Online Gambling
An advocate for men’s mental health is sounding the alarm about the prevalence of online gambling and the problems it poses to those living with addictions.

Bill Jeffrey is the founder of the Lonely Man Project and is an advocate for men struggling with, and masking, depression and other serious mental health issues.

He’s also a certified addictions counsellor and has seen several people coming to him since the “explosion” of online gambling.

“Some of the dangers you’re looking at is addiction, compulsive behaviour and the financial risks that come with that. People are accumulating a lot of debt, mental health issues, there’s stress, there’s anxiety, there’s a lot of isolation and loneliness,” he told VOCM.

He says relationships suffer, and there is a real danger posed to underage people who can lie about their age when participating in online gambling.

09/10/2024

World Su***de Prevention Day 2024. Depression can roll in like the fog. Prevention is the key to su***de and the key to that is getting help. Early. Don't power through, don't tough it out. Financial issues? Seek help. Marital issues? Talk to someone. Feeling lost? We can find a way forward. You don't have to do it alone. Su***de generally develops over time - even though it happens in an instant. Get help early for you, For your family. And be well.
***dePreventionDay2024

09/04/2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder is prevalent here as we head into Fall. Addressing it early and putting a plan in place to mitigate the effects are beneficial and can reduce the impact. Don't let it sneak up on you this year.

I have had some messages about whether I accept female clients and the answer is - of course! While I promote and focus on men's mental health, I do accept all clients. Many women find their mental health impacted by their home life and need support. I certainly understand that and I am here to help.

07/24/2024