by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Nov 27, 2017 | Blog, Mental Health
The winter holiday season, including Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s, is typically a fun and happy time for most, filled with parties, social gatherings and get-togethers with friends and family. However, for some, this time of the year is filled with...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Nov 24, 2017 | Newsletters
CFSSC has partnered with ConnexOntario You can now get connected with Walk-In Counselling services through ConnexOntario- Health Services Information. About ConnexOntario: ConnexOntario provides free and confidential health services information for people experiencing...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Nov 8, 2017 | Blog, Mental Health
Today’s blog was written by one of our in-house clinicians: Ricky Giesbrecht, MA, RP, CCC. Conflict can be messy, especially if emotions are spiked and the issues are personal. It can be especially difficult to respond to anger, volatility, and reactivity. Very...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Nov 3, 2017 | Newsletters
Thank you for voting for the “Can You Feel It?” mental health initiative in the Aviva Community Fund. In just over 1 week “Can You Feel It?” generated over 5,500 votes. Unfortunately, did not make it as a Finalists, but we will continue to look for new funding avenues...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog, Mental Health
Today’s blog is courtesy of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka School is back in full swing and that means homework! Many students and parents adopt a similar philosophy for success – clear your schedule, buckle down and focus. Although the intention is great,...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Sep 28, 2017 | Mental Health
Feel Bad for the Bully – Why? Bullies usually bully to compensate for deeply-seated insecurities. A gaping hole in themselves, they seek to momentarily fill by exerting power over someone else. That doesn’t excuse what they do. If you’ve ever been bullied, you...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Sep 20, 2017 | Newsletters
By Michelle Bergin – Executive Director, CFSSC Michelle Bergin, current executive director at Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County reflects on the progress made in the past year and talks about what they have been working on in 2017. CFSSC’s Growth Agenda...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Sep 6, 2017 | Blog, Stories
A message from outgoing CFSSC Board President – Maureen Shave (2011-2017) Over the past six years, my fellow Directors witnessed much growth and change within our organization. This included the move to a new Barrie location, and the opening of our first clinic...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Aug 24, 2017 | Blog, Family Counselling, Relationship Counselling
When an argument arises between someone and their significant other, child or another family members, often failed communication hinders the situation from improving. They love and care for one another and probably don’t want to be in this dispute, yet they repeat the...
by CFS Counselling + Wellbeing | Aug 17, 2017 | Media Coverage
CFSSC team, The Holy Rowers, are set to compete in the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival August 26, 2017. Each team member has pledged to raise a minimum of $250.00 to contribute to the team pledge goal of raising $10,000.00 for mental health and counselling services CFSSC...
