resources
Local Crisis Resources
If you need help right away, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at
1-888-494-3888. Click below for a list of other crisis resources.
Self Compassion
Click below for a short self compassion meditation by Christopher Germer.
Grounding for Anxiety and Trauma
Some exercises you can practice when you need to feel more grounded.
Thinking patterns
Thinking patterns
Sometimes we can get caught in thought patterns that leave us feeling anxious or discouraged. Follow this link to learn more about some common thinking patterns.
Parenting
Thinking patterns
Parenting
Dr. Laura Markham's website contains a wealth of information on how to approach parenting from a place of compassion, to help children to build emotional resilience.
Anxiety
Thinking patterns
Parenting
Some information about anxiety symptoms, how to understand anxiety and ways to feel more calm and less stressed.