Trillium Counselling

12/23/2025

When life feels overwhelming, what’s your next step?

We often feel the pressure to just keep going, but real strength can mean knowing when to hit pause.

Sometimes, the most resilient thing you can do is stop for a moment, take a breath, and ask yourself where this feeling is coming from. Clarity often comes when we give ourselves permission to reflect and reach within.

Take our self-discovery quiz and find out what's holding you back with 5 simple questions: 👉 https://na3.hubs.ly/y0dw4k0

12/22/2025

Feeling anxious and like you don’t belong — even when you’re doing well?

You’re not alone.

Anxiety and imposter syndrome often show up together, especially during big life transitions like university, starting a new career, or figuring out your next step. That constant worry, self-doubt, and fear of being “found out” can take a real toll.

In our latest blog, we break down:
• What anxiety really is (and why it shows up)
• How imposter syndrome develops
• Why the two often feed into each other
• Simple, practical tools to help you feel more grounded and confident

✨ You don’t have to push through this alone.

👉 Read the full blog here:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0dw5Y0

Understanding anxiety and imposter syndrome, their symptoms and tips to manage and overcome them.

12/19/2025

Healing isn’t always about dramatic breakthroughs.

Sometimes it begins in the subtle shifts — in feeling understood, in recognizing safety, and in finding the courage to stay with what is real for us.

✨ “Healing begins the moment you feel safe enough to be seen — and brave enough to stay.”

12/18/2025

Discover how trauma affects both your mind and body in our latest blog post — “How Trauma Impacts the Brain and Body: Understanding the Fight-Flight-Freeze Response.” 🌿 Explore how trauma can reshape brain function, why our bodies respond the way they do, and how compassionate, professional support can help guide your healing journey. 💚

Read the full post here → https://na3.hubs.ly/y0cJMW0

Explore how trauma impacts your brain and body, and understand the fight, flight, freeze response along with the importance of seeking therapy.

12/17/2025

🌿 Therapist Feature: Amy King, MSW, RSW 🌿

“I believe healing begins with feeling safe, seen, and understood. My hope is to support clients with compassion as they work through the impacts of trauma and reconnect with a sense of safety and empowerment.” 💛
— Amy King, Trillium Counselling

Amy supports clients navigating trauma, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and relationship patterns. Her warm, grounding, and collaborative approach helps clients build self-awareness, emotional resilience, and confidence as they move toward meaningful healing.

✨ What helps you reconnect with a sense of safety when everything feels heavy or uncertain?

12/16/2025

We are excited to share our latest blog post, "Attachment Wounds: How Early Experiences Shape Trauma Today." 💙

Our early relationships shape how we connect, cope, and respond to emotional challenges throughout life. This post explores how attachment wounds form, how they influence trauma responses, and how therapy can support healing and secure connection. 🌿

Read the full article here:
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Explore how early attachment wounds impact our ability to manage trauma in adulthood and discover pathways to healing through trauma therapy.

12/15/2025

🌿 Trauma recovery isn’t about “getting over it” — it’s about integration

Healing is the process of weaving every part of your story into a path you can walk with more clarity, safety, and self-compassion.

Recovery can look like:
✨ Understanding patterns that once protected you
✨ Learning new ways to soothe your body and mind
✨ Reclaiming parts of yourself that felt out of reach
✨ Growing resilience one small step at a time

There’s no timeline and no “right way” to heal — only what feels supportive and steady for you.

💭 What does taking a gentle step toward healing look like for you today?

12/12/2025

Practical Tip of the Week: Create a “Safety Anchor” Object 💛

A safety anchor is a small, meaningful object you can hold when stress or anxiety rises. It helps your body settle and reminds your mind that you are safe.

Your anchor might be:
🪨 A smooth stone
🧵 A piece of fabric
🔑 A keychain
📿 A bracelet

When things feel overwhelming, hold your anchor and take a slow breath:
In for 4… out for 6.

A tiny practice with a big calming impact.

Reflection:
💭 Do you already have an object that helps you feel steady?

12/11/2025

What’s the difference between Big T and Little t trauma?

Understanding these distinctions can help us make sense of how past experiences shape our emotional and mental well-being. 🌿

In our latest blog post, we break down these two types of trauma in a clear, compassionate way — and explore therapeutic approaches that support healing, resilience, and renewed hope. 💛

If you're curious to learn more or want to better understand your own experiences, you can read the full post here:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0by0V0

Explore the differences between Big T and Little t trauma, their impacts, and therapeutic approaches to healing.

12/10/2025

5 Signs You May Be Experiencing Trauma Responses Without Realizing It 🌿💛

Trauma doesn’t always arrive as a dramatic moment.
Sometimes it shows up later — in how we react, relate, and cope.

Here are five signs your nervous system might still be working hard to protect you:

✨ People-pleasing
✨ Shutting down or going emotionally numb
✨ Feeling on edge or easily overwhelmed
✨ Difficulty focusing or remembering things
✨ Avoiding places, topics, or decisions

These are normal responses to overwhelming experiences — not personal shortcomings.

💭 Which of these signs do you notice in yourself?

12/09/2025

Trauma is more than a headline — it’s a personal experience that shapes both the brain 🧠 and the body.

In our latest blog post, we take a compassionate look at the different types of trauma and how they affect emotional and neurological health. You’ll also find supportive insights into how tailored therapeutic approaches — from CBT to EMDR — can guide you toward healing, resilience, and renewed hope. 🌿💛

Read more here:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0by7p0

Explore the multifaceted nature of trauma, its impact on the brain and body, and how different therapeutic approaches can guide you toward healing.

12/08/2025

Feeling a little lost or unsure of your next step? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it all out at once. 💛

Our free Self-Discovery Quiz is a simple, eye-opening way to learn more about the patterns shaping your decisions, your emotions, and your growth.
Just five quick questions — and you might be surprised by what you discover.

Ready for a moment of clarity?
👉 https://na3.hubs.ly/y0bC7w0

Take the quiz and give yourself the insight you deserve. 🌿

Discover what's holding you back with a self-discovery quiz. Answer five questions to gain clarity and personalized guidance for life's transitions.