Lumen Counselling Services

06/02/2023

Happy Friday everybody!!

Just a reminder that the Self-Care support group is happening at the Health Clinic on Monday at 10am. Come join us to talk about self-care and and ways to bring more of this into your life- this coming Monday we'll be learning about journaling and the many ways that this activity can benefit your mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health:):)

05/16/2023

Good morning everybody! Just letting you know the Lumen email server is glitching- I am receiving your emails but am unable to send a reply; all my efforts to reply come back undeliverable. I am working on this issue, fingers crossed it will be resolved shortly.

09/15/2021

Good morning everyone, wishing you all a peaceful transition from summer to fall.

Just letting you all know that mental health services are an essential service, more so now than ever given these stressful times. Those accessing counselling services at Lumen will not be required to show proof of vaccination to attend sessions. Strict Covid-19 protocols are in place, and these are aligned with current public health recommendations. Remote sessions are available for anyone who is not comfortable attending in person or who may be experiencing cold/flu symptoms. Please call 250-392-5500 at any time for further information, stay safe and be kind to one another:):)

07/23/2021

Hello everyone! We have had one crazy start to the summer, and hopefully you are all staying safe with the heat and fires, and taking good care of one another! Just letting you all know that I am filling up fast for the month if August, so will now be booking into September. Many apologies to those of you who are looking for support sooner, please message for a list of local resources that may be able to provide more immediate services:) If you are comfortable waiting until September, feel free to call, message or email cherrie@lumenwl.ca to book your fall appointment:):)

05/05/2021

This a is a good visual breakdown of potential red flags- things to be aware of when asking, "is this relationship good for me?"

Domestic violence doesn't look the same in every relationship, but there are some common warning signs. Please remember that Grace Smith House is available to help 24/7! Call our hotline at 845-471-3033.

08/24/2020

Hello everyone! Wow, summer just got here and it is already winding down into fall...wishing you all a wonderful rest of the summer. Just a quick note to let you know that I will be away from August 24 through until September 2. Please feel free to call 250-392-5500 and leave a message, or message this page and I will get back to you as soon as I am back in the office on the 2nd:):)

08/04/2020

“Abusers often try to have power and control over a survivor’s life, and a safety plan is one way a survivor can have power and control over their own situation, as much as they can. Having a plan can empower you to make the safest decisions you can for your situation.

You know your situation better than anyone, so please individualize your safety plan to what feels safest for you. If something does not feel safe, trust your instincts.” -Sanctuary for Families

07/31/2020

Hello everyone! Just letting you all know that face-to-face sessions are happening again, with Covid 19 protocols in place. Telephone sessions are also available if preferred. If you are coming in for a session, I have a co- therapist in training on site, her name is Luna, and she is in the process of being registered as an animal assisted therapy dog. Please feel free to request NOT to have Luna on site during your session in the event that you are allergic or generally uncomfortable with animals/dogs.

07/07/2020

Become the Change: Program for Men Starting in August
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07/06/2020

06/26/2020

Happy Friday everyone! This week the province moved into Phase 3 of opening up. Some EAP coverage providers are not yet allowing face to face sessions, however others are; with this in mind, I am able conduct some sessions face to face, with COVID 19 protocols strictly in place. ALSO, the Lumen office telephone is currently not working properly- if you have left messages or tried to call, they can't be accessed at this time due to problems with the phone service. I am in the process of getting the issues looked into and resolved, however it is taking some time! Until the phone line issues are resolved please call 250-394-7294; or email cherrie@lumenwl.ca. Have a wonderful weekend!