Strength in Heart Counselling

Strength in Heart Counselling We're here to help, no matter where you are, or what your budget is!

A team of 15 counsellors in Victoria & Cobble Hill, BC & online across Canada who support individuals (ages 15+), couples & families to transform their pain into strength.

Therapy is not about being told what to do or fixing what is broken. It is about having a consistent, supportive space t...
02/18/2026

Therapy is not about being told what to do or fixing what is broken. It is about having a consistent, supportive space to explore your experiences, build emotional awareness, and strengthen your ability to cope with life as it is right now.

If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in the same patterns, working with a therapist can help you move forward with intention rather than pressure.

Support is available when you decide to reach for it.

If rest doesn't feel restorative, motivation is gone, and even small tasks feel heavy, the issue isn't effort. It's depl...
02/16/2026

If rest doesn't feel restorative, motivation is gone, and even small tasks feel heavy, the issue isn't effort. It's depletion.

Therapy can help identify what's draining your system, where boundaries are needed, and how to rebuild recovery.

Burnout heals through permission to slow down, not pressure to push through.

Many people internalize their struggles as personality flaws: too sensitive, unmotivated, avoidant, reactive.In reality,...
02/13/2026

Many people internalize their struggles as personality flaws: too sensitive, unmotivated, avoidant, reactive.

In reality, emotional and behavioral patterns are often responses to context: stress load, past experiences, current demands, and available support. When the environment changes or capacity increases, these patterns often soften.

Therapy shifts the focus from "What's wrong with me?" to "What has my system adapted to?" This reframe alone can reduce shame and open space for change.

🌿 Strengthen Your Relationship With Professional Support 🌿Communication is the foundation of every healthy relationship....
02/13/2026

🌿 Strengthen Your Relationship With Professional Support 🌿

Communication is the foundation of every healthy relationship. When couples struggle to understand each other, conflict can build and connection fades. But it doesn't have to stay that way.

At Strength in Heart Counselling, our experienced relationship counsellors help couples:
✨ Communicate more effectively and compassionately
✨ Rebuild trust and emotional safety
✨ Understand each other's needs and perspectives
✨ Strengthen the bonds that matter most

Whether you're facing specific challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, we're here to support your journey together.

This week, we're highlighting our relationship counselling services:
💚 FREE 20 min virtual consultation
💚 FREE first session (with masters level interns)
💚 Sessions starting at just $70+
💚 Flexible in-person and virtual options
💚 Sliding scale available

Your relationship is worth the investment. Book your free consultation today—no pressure, just compassionate, professional support.

📞 1-888-520-9151
📧 admin@strengthinheart.ca
🌐 strengthinheart.ca/couples-counselling

Because every relationship deserves to thrive. 💚

💕 Give the Gift of Connection This Valentine's Day 💕Relationships are one of life's greatest treasures - they deserve ca...
02/11/2026

💕 Give the Gift of Connection This Valentine's Day 💕

Relationships are one of life's greatest treasures - they deserve care, attention, & support.

If you & your partner have been feeling disconnected, struggling with conflict, or simply want to deepen your bond, couples therapy can be transformative. Our experienced counsellors create a safe, compassionate space where both of you feel heard & valued.

This Valentine's season, we're offering:
✨ First session completely FREE (with a masters level intern)
✨ Sessions starting at just $70
✨ Flexible in-person or virtual options

Whether you're navigating challenges or strengthening an already strong relationship, we're here to support your journey together.

Ready to invest in your relationship? Book your free 20-minute intake consultation today—no pressure, just genuine support.

📞 1-888-520-9151
📧 admin@strengthinheart.ca
🌐 strengthinheart.ca/couples-counselling

Oftentimes, progress comes from understanding yourself better, learning how your nervous system responds to stress, and ...
02/11/2026

Oftentimes, progress comes from understanding yourself better, learning how your nervous system responds to stress, and having guidance as you make changes at a sustainable pace. Therapy offers that structure and support.

If you are ready for a space that prioritizes safety, growth, and real-life application, therapy can be a meaningful next step.

You do not have to navigate this alone.

Mental health isn't just psychological. It's deeply influenced by daily inputs.Three often-overlooked factors:- Sleep ti...
02/09/2026

Mental health isn't just psychological. It's deeply influenced by daily inputs.

Three often-overlooked factors:
- Sleep timing, not just sleep duration
- Nervous system load from constant stimulation and urgency
- Lack of emotional processing space, even when life looks "manageable"

Therapy becomes more effective when these foundations are supported alongside emotional work.

Some of the most harmful dynamics show up quietly. Walking on eggshells, avoiding conflict, feeling responsible for some...
02/08/2026

Some of the most harmful dynamics show up quietly. Walking on eggshells, avoiding conflict, feeling responsible for someone else's emotions, or slowly losing touch with yourself.

These patterns don't always mean a relationship is "bad," but they do signal a lack of emotional safety over time.

Our latest blog explores relationship red flags that are easy to miss and what healthy dynamics actually look like instead.

Many people report feeling anxious, disconnected, or emotionally flat lately...We're navigating:- Constant news exposure...
02/07/2026

Many people report feeling anxious, disconnected, or emotionally flat lately...

We're navigating:

- Constant news exposure and crisis cycles
- High performance expectations with little margin for rest
- Reduced community and increased isolation
- Always-on digital demands

Therapy today isn't just about individual issues. It's about helping people adapt to an environment that asks a lot of the nervous system.

Struggling doesn't mean something is wrong with you. It often means you're responding normally to abnormal levels of stress.

Meet Gwendolyn Gentle, a compassionate counsellor specializing in trauma, relationships, intimacy, & grief. Her relation...
02/06/2026

Meet Gwendolyn Gentle, a compassionate counsellor specializing in trauma, relationships, intimacy, & grief. Her relational, strengths-based approach draws from somatic experiencing, IFS, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to help you heal and grow.
Ready to start your journey? Book your FREE 20-minute consult or FREE first 50-minute session today. Individual therapy starts at just $35/session, and couples therapy at $70/session.
Available online Monday–Wednesday, 11:30am–7:30pm EST / 8:30am–4:30pm PST.
📞 Call/text: 1(888) 520-9151
📧 admin@strengthinheart.ca

Insight is valuable... but it isn't always sufficient.For many people, especially those dealing with chronic stress, anx...
02/06/2026

Insight is valuable... but it isn't always sufficient.

For many people, especially those dealing with chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma, the body and nervous system may still be operating in a protective state. In these cases, talking about emotions without addressing regulation can feel frustrating or ineffective.

Modern therapy integrates emotional awareness with nervous system support, pacing, and safety. When the body feels safer, emotions become easier to process and integrate.

Healing happens when understanding and regulation work together.

Social anxiety can make even simple conversations feel overwhelming. Here are a few strategies to get you feeling more c...
01/29/2026

Social anxiety can make even simple conversations feel overwhelming. Here are a few strategies to get you feeling more confident in any social situation:

Start small and build momentum. Begin with low-pressure interactions, like greeting a neighbor or chatting briefly with a cashier, and slowly work up to more challenging social situations.
Practice mindful breathing. Deep, steady breathing helps calm your nervous system and can make social moments feel less intense. Practicing regularly makes it easier to use when you need it most.
Challenge unhelpful thoughts. Social anxiety often leads us to overestimate negative outcomes. By identifying and reframing these thoughts, you can approach conversations with more clarity and confidence.

If any of these resonate, here is your reminder that you're not alone and support is always within reach.

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