Empowering clients to achieve their goals

Sarah Hopkins Counselling offers individual mental health counselling, consulting and vocational assessment for adults. The objective of all services is to empower clients to discover their strengths, overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.

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View fullsize We often think of trauma as something applicable to first responders, veterans, victims of car accidents, etc. Trauma can result from a difficult workplace experience or a childhood memory. There are a wide range of situations and experiences that ca
View fullsize I’ve returned to work and thought I’d share a few photos of some of nature’s natural beauty. Watching a sunset, searching for shells, walking in the sand, all great ways to remain grounded and present in the moment. #naturesbeauty #
View fullsize I will be out of the office from Tuesday April 11-Friday April 21, returning on Monday April 24. I will respond to messages when I return. If you require immediate assistance and are located in Nova Scotia, please contact 1-888-429-8167 for 24/7 cris
View fullsize My current read. I’ve heard this book mentioned several time at conferences, by colleagues and also in best reads lists. Eddie Jaku was 100 years old when he wrote this personal memoir of his experience as a young Jewish man during the war. I&r
View fullsize Many of you have probably seen posts of my office dog, Grizzly. He passed away four months ago, my office certainly feels empty without him. I have been working through the grief process, keeping his memories close to my heart. Click on the link in m
View fullsize Be kind to yourself and others during the holiday season. Be mindful that: Some may be grieving, Some may not celebrate the holidays, Some may not have anyone to celebrate with, Some may be struggling financially, Some may feel burnout and be overw
View fullsize I often hear clients say “I’m trying to be strong” or “I’m trying not to cry.” my response is: allow yourself to feel the emotions that you need to feel. It’s normal to experience anger, sadness, fear, etc. W
View fullsize Cognitive behavioural therapy aims to challenge and adapt distressing thoughts. Our thoughts influence our emotions and behaviour #cbt #mentalhealth
View fullsize Individual counselling is appropriate for anyone who could use a listening ear in a safe space. Counselling offers support for a variety of areas, including: stressful life events, career decision-making and mental health concerns. We are accepting n
View fullsize A page from @brenebrown Atlas of The Heart. We often think that perfectionism is a good trait, when in actuality, it is quite damaging #mentalhealth
View fullsize We all have stress and anxiety - here are some skills to help us manage these symptoms. Sometimes, we reach a place where stress and anxiety become overwhelming and we need help to manage our symptoms. Seek support from a mental health professional t
View fullsize What is self care? It might be taking 5 minutes of your day to stretch, or maybe taking 15 minutes to clean an area of your home that has been bothersome. Self care will look different for everyone, we all have unique ways to experience joy and feeli