Emotion Wise Counselling

11/06/2025

Learn answers to commonly asked questions about how EMDR therapy works, who it helps, and how to book sessions in Vancouver, BC. Emotion Wise Counselling is here to support your healing journey today.

https://www.emotionwise.ca/post/frequently-asked-questions-about-emdr-therapy

Book today:
emotionwise.janeapp.com
www.emotionwise.ca

Learn answers to commonly asked questions about how EMDR therapy works, who it helps, and how to book sessions in Vancouver, BC. Emotion Wise Counselling supports your healing journey.

10/23/2025

We are thrilled to offer affordable EMDR(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy at $100/session with sliding scale of $50/session for those in financial need.

Book today:
https://emotionwise.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/2
E-mail: info@emotionwise.ca

Jamie Hellewell, our post-graduate associate, comes with a MEd in Counselling Psychology from UBC and years of experience working with people with trauma, addiction, and executive functioning issues.

*Affordable EMDR is being offered while Jamie is awaiting RCC registration, his fees will not be covered under insurance*

For more info
www.emotionwise.ca/jamie
www.emotionwise.ca/emdr

10/09/2025

Is it procrastination or ADHD??

For some of us we need strategies to keep things enjoyable and interesting.

For others the key may be to notice the anxiety/avoidance cycle and break tasks down into smaller chunks that helps with the overwhelm in getting started.

Jamie Hellewell (www.emotionwise.ca/jamie) our newest associate on the Emotion Wise Counselling, shares the difference between ADHD and Procrastination and how to approach each one differently in getting things done.

Read more:
https://www.emotionwise.ca/post/procrastination-or-adhd-why-can-t-i-get-things-done

Book online: https://emotionwise.janeapp.com/
www.emotionwise.ca
info@emotionwise.ca

We all struggle to get things done. The key is not self-criticism but understanding why. Whether it is ADHD or procrastination we share how to finally find solutions to accomplish the tasks you need to do.

10/02/2025

We are pleased to welcome Jamie Hellewell www.emotionwise.ca/jamie to the Emotion Wise Counselling Team as our post-graduate associate.

Sessions are currently $100 with sliding scale available
In-person downtown Vancouver and virtually

Book Now:
https://emotionwise.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/2

He has obtained his Masters in Education(MEd) in Counselling from the University of British Columbia.

He comes with a PhD in philosophy a breadth of experience in academia as a University Instructor as well as working many years in the DTES with those facing mental health and substance use issues.

Most recently has has been working with students at SFU Counselling centre on issues of ADHD, procrastination, and anxiety. He has a special interest in working with meaning and purpose and existential issues, as well as those experiencing complex trauma and mental health struggles.

He provides: CBT, DBT, Existenital and EMDR therapy.n

We're thrilled for clients to meet and work with Jamie, with his warm and welcoming presence.

Read his recent article on procrastination here:
https://www.emotionwise.ca/post/procrastination-or-adhd-why-can-t-i-get-things-done

09/11/2025

Do your emotions sometimes feel bigger than everyone else’s?

Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or “too much.” The truth is, there are many reasons why emotions can feel overwhelming—biology, trauma, neurodivergence, and more.

In our latest blog, we break down the causes of intense emotions, the role of shame, and the coping tools that actually help.

🌱 You don’t have to keep struggling on your own. Learn more here: https://www.emotionwise.ca/post/why-do-my-emotions-feel-more-intense-compared-to-other-people

To connect with a counsellor today reach out:
www.emotionwise.ca/contact
Book a free consultation:
emotionwise.janeapp.com

For most of my life, I’ve wondered—like many of our counselling clients—why do my emotions feel so much more intense than other people’s?Growing up, I was extremely emotionally sensitive—especially to social rejection, criticism, and failure. When I tell people who didn’t know me back th...

08/04/2025

Hi ! All! We are offering a 20 Week Trauma-Informed DBT Group.
Residents in BC and Ontario are eligible!

We're proud to be offering this for our 4th year in an extended format of 20 weeks!

We will have two facilitators and cover the foundational DBT skills to help learn valuable skills to regulate your emotions and understand your trauma responses.

We still have space for additional participants!
Eligible for FNHA funding- please inquire
www.emotionwise.ca/groups
info@emotionwise.ca