- Anger
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- Grief and Loss
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Shame and Guilt
- Trauma
- Stress
- Men’s Issues
Heal Your Heart & Rebuild After Loss with Wellspring Counselling in Maple Ridge
Dealing with the stress of a loss can be challenging. Whether you’ve recently experienced a personal loss or are still coping with grief from years ago, Wellspring Counselling Services is here to support you.
At Wellspring Counselling Services, you are the expert on your healing process. Our grief counselors in Maple Ridge will work closely with you, putting you in control to create a plan that fits your needs.
Grief is a feeling that everyone experiences when they lose something important. This could be a loved one, a marriage ending, or dealing with a severe illness. It can also happen when significant life changes occur, like retiring, moving, or losing a job.
At a deeper level, grief can also come from feeling like you’ve lost your sense of security or identity or because the future you were expecting is no longer possible.
There are countless life events, situations, and relationships that can cause grief. Some common events include:
Dealing with grief can be challenging. It’s important to remember that everyone experiences grief in their way. Some common strategies used by clients have included:
Grieving is a personal journey with no specific timeline. Our grief counselors are here to support you through this tough time.
We offer a safe and supportive space for you to understand your feelings, share your thoughts, and deal with your grief. We know the importance of solid support during tough times and are here to give you the care you need.
If you would like more information about our Maple Ridge grief and loss counselling or are interested in scheduling an appointment with one of our experienced counsellors, please click here to book. Our team is here to help you find healing, comfort, and peace on your journey.
Loss isn’t always about losing a loved one. It could be the loss of physical abilities, mental health, social connections, career, or identity. Losing any of these can feel as emotionally devastating as losing a loved one, as a part of yourself is lost. This can significantly affect your functioning and happiness.
Remember to take a few steps to help yourself. Talking about your feelings and getting support from family, friends, or professionals can help many people. Doing activities that make you happy can also help during tough times. Also, mindfulness practices like meditation and yoga can help you handle your emotions and reduce stress.
A Special Message from the Director
Clients Say
Mr. Gordon is someone that captures the spirit and the heart of active engagement. He is empathic, genuine and incorporates action and creative problem solving into his practice. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Gordon as an effective career and personal counsellor.
I had no experience with therapy and was unsure of the whole process. Alistair made everything very accessible and unintimidating. It was clear that he puts quite a lot of effort and preparation into every session. I'm so glad that I decided to do this, and could not have asked for a better person to help me with this. I would highly recommend Alistair to anyone who has ever thought that they might benefit from talking to a professional.
I am a young professional which for a long time now, has struggled with anxiety, insecurity, and difficulty in finding effective life coping mechanisms. Alistair was referred to me by a friend and upon the first meeting, I found Alistair to be empathetic, compassionate and intuitive. I have now been seeing Alistair regularly for 6 months and through that time my anxiety has significantly decreased, I have found effective methods of dealing with stress, found support dealing with identity issues, as well as finding inner strength to get through a tough break up. Alistair again and again, went the extra mile -thank you Alistair for your candor, openness and a safe space to get support. Thank you for playing such a large role in keeping me healthy and positive.
I have been working with Alistair Gordon as my counsellor at Wellspring for almost 6 months now and cannot begin to tell you how far I have come with his help. I have tried working with other counsellors and therapists in the past but never really found one that clicked for me. I always felt judged, unsupported, and rushed at those appointments until I booked my first appointment with Wellspring and with Allistair. To anyone on the fence about booking an appointment or engaging in therapy: if you are willing to do the work, you couldn't ask for a better partner in your healing journey.
When I decided to find a counsellor, I tried to find someone that I could relate to, someone that is like-minded and down-to-earth and with Alistair I really found the right person. He uses an integrative approach, showed me techniques to relax and get aware of my emotions, and helped me see things in a new perspective. Of course this is an ongoing process but I enjoy meeting and working with Alistair every time. The downtown office is a very neutral place - not too intimate, not too clinical - which is helpful to overcome apprehension, especially the first couple of times. What I find remarkable is that Alistair almost always knows what I'm trying to say, even if I can't put it into words. Working with Alistair helped me a lot and it was the right decision to put my trust in him.
Alistair really cares about you the person, and I could really feel him trying to tackle my challenges. He was also very available for off-session contact via text and email. I think he did a great job with confronting me where I needed it. Alistair always could remember the important peoples' names in my personal life, which really helped with talking about my problems. I really felt like I was talking to a friend.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I enjoy how sessions are collaborative where I can take the lead for the direction of what we talk about, and at the same time I know that Alistair will offer helpful guidance and insight along the way. I also like how we focus on the future instead of just the past. I find this to be empowering and helpful to move forward in life.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I have always felt very comfortable with Alistair. He has a calming presence, and you can tell he cares about being the best counsellor for you. He helps you with all aspects of your concern, and is always able to help me find a solution to the problem I'm having.
Alistair is an exceptionally talented counsellor and has always demonstrated strong ethics, great compassion, wisdom and respect for others. I highly recommend him as a counselling practitioner.
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Our online grief counseling sessions are designed to help you understand the different reasons for grief and loss. When we hear these words, we often think about losing a loved one. Let’s start by considering this important aspect. The loss of a loved one can be one of the most devastating events a person can experience. Counseling and therapy can help you honor their memory, continue to cherish them, and focus on moving forward in the present while honoring and respecting their memory.
During the online grief counseling appointment, our experienced counselors will guide you in exploring and trying out new ways of coping and behaving. This can help you create a new normal and enhance your existing strengths. By following this strategy, you may feel more normal and even slightly more satisfied. Our goal is not to replace the loss but to help you learn to live with it and find new meaning in life.
To schedule an appointment with Wellspring Counselling, Click here.
