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Be Your Own Bestie

Be Your Own Best Friend This week here at Tips and Tools, we’re inviting you to a night out! No, sadly not an in-person night out. A night out with yourself, and your inner bestie. Put on your pajamas, grab a snack, and get started on being your own best friend. This activity is adapted […]

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How to Talk to Your Teen

Think back to the last time you talked to your teenager. How did it go? Sometimes, it can feel like your child turned 13, disappeared into their bedroom, and never came out. We become safari sightseers in our own home, waiting for sightings of the family teen when they emerge to grab snacks or leave […]

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Starting Somewhere: Your First Appointment at Kells

No matter what brings you to therapy, we want you to know that you are not alone. We hear you, and we want you to succeed. Choosing to come to therapy is a brave choice. We want to make sure your first appointment is a welcoming experience. Your First Contact When you phone or email […]

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You Are Not Alone

I’m useless… I’m losing it… It’s never going to get better… I can’t change…. It’s too late…   Do any of these thoughts sound familiar? Life is hard. Every day can be a new challenge, and COVID does not make things easier. We want to say to the world, “I am so tired.” But, tomorrow, […]

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National Day For Truth and Reconciliation

“My view is that reconciliation is a way of life and requires work every day.”  – Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, Canada’s first Indigenous Governor-General.   At Kells, we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Today, we reflect on the harm caused to our Indigenous peoples by residential schools. We acknowledge the travesty of […]

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World Suicide Prevention Day 2021

Today at Kells Counselling we are honouring World Suicide Prevention Day. If you or a loved one is struggling, please know that you are not alone. Check in with each other, reach out, and stay safe. If you need help please contact:  Edmonton Distress Line: 780 482 HELP (4357) Access 24/7: 780 424 2424  The […]

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Conflict Resolution

Conflict is a normal part of any relationship, and research shows that what happens in the aftermath can determine whether conflicts become exacerbated or become successfully addressed.

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Choosing a Therapist

If you’re thinking about going to therapy, registered provisional psychologist Tessa Lawlor, says to “just try it out.” She often compares the search for the right psychologist to the search for the right pair of shoes.

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Self-Care is…

Self care is…
Prioritizing your mental, physical, spiritual, or emotional needs, so you have energy to care for others. It’s an important part of your daily life that should be planned and mindfully acknowledged. ⁠

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Are you having an anxious year?

Anxiety is normal; it’s your body’s natural response to stress. For instance, if you’re starting a new job or meeting someone new, you’re bound to feel worried. Usually, once the situation is over, your anxious feelings settle and you feel fine again.

Sometimes, however, that is not the case and anxiety can cause emotional and physical reactions that interfere with your daily life. Identifying the symptoms can help you to move forward to overcome the anxiety.

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