Vicarious Resilience

Rob McLeod is my guest on this episode.  Rob is a psychotherapist in White Rock, BC, Canada.  He brings 30 years experience with him to the show.  Rob  teaches Dialectical Behaviour Therapy in small groups.  If you are interested in getting in contact with him, here is his contact information:

[email protected]
www.healingmindpsychotherapy.com
phone: (604) 219 8067

If you would like to contact Dannette Hoenisch, here is her contact info:
[email protected]
www.dannette.ca
(778)837 2131

Dr Jen Hammersmark and I discuss the importance of Work Life Balance in maintaining positive mental health.  We also talk about the importance of finding connection and the negative impact isolation can have. 
Contact information
Dr. Jen Hammersmark RCC - 
www.doctorjen.co
www.counsellinggroup.co

Dannette Hoenisch RCC
[email protected]
www.dannette.ca

Counsellor Tracey MacKenzie describes how she uses EMDR to help clients process trauma.  What is it? How does it work?  She also takes walks us through a Ground Exercise you can use to help you find a safe place in your mind.

In this episode of Vicarious Resilience, we talk about Pearl Jams lead singer Eddie Vedder and his song Just Breathe.  Eddie sings about how lucky he is to have multiple people in his Inner Circle.  He recognizes that some people have only one and others don't have any.  We talk about what an Inner Circle is and important steps to building a healthy foundation to develop an Inner Circle.  Enjoy!

Edmund Szutu is a Counsellor in British Columbia.  He talks about how play important play is in our lives.  Focusing on having fun together is a great way to build attachments and to take a break from being productive.  It leaves us feeling rejuvenated and more able to connect with each other. 
If you would like to comment on my podcast or if you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, and are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today. 

Ann has Retinitis Pigmentosa.  She always had problems with her sight and has been legally blind for 31 years.  She talks about 7 strengths, skills and strategies that she uses in life.
If you would like to comment on this podcast or if you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, and are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today. 

In this episode, you will learn 4 exercises that can help move you from be well, to thriving. They are easy to learn, and you can start them today! 
If you are interested in finding out what your signature strengths are,this the link to the website viacharacter.org
If you would like to comment on my podcast or if you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, and are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today. 

You hear about Anxiety all the time.  Sometimes we don't realize that stress can be anxiety.  When you are juggling as fast as you can, and life keeps tossing more balls at you to keep in the air, it can be stressful.  We are going to cover two techniques that will help you relax, helping you to sleep better at night and focus during the day. 
If you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today.   
If you want to hear about how anxiety can effect a child's brain, here is another podcast that gives a great explanation.
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-8hu5y-de3304 

In this episode Emma Carlson, a counselor who works with children in crisis talks about dealing with difficult situations before they become a crisis.  She walks us through the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skill called 'Improve the Moment'

If you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today.  

Bob is 91 year old.  I was able to interview him via telephone from his bed at Lions Gate Hospital.  Bob lost his sight 6 years ago and had to learn to manage life while living independently.  One day, while crossing the street, Bob was hit by a truck resulting in him losing his leg. He talks about how his optimistic spirit and goals help him to keep moving forward. 
If you live in the White Rock/ South Surrey, British Columbia area, are interested in a counselling session with me, you can reach me at [email protected], check out my website at http://dannette.ca or find me on Psychology Today.