by Heather Hassenbein, MCPAT, RCC, BCATR | Nov 1, 2024 | Loss and Grief, The Counsellor's Journal
Joy. Intention. Fulfillment. These can feel like luxuries—or maybe like things that don’t matter, that can be set aside for another day, another time, even another life. Right now, with so many challenges swirling around, survival seems more pressing than asking what...
by Heather Hassenbein, MCPAT, RCC, BCATR | Oct 8, 2024 | The Counsellor's Journal
As the days grow shorter and the soft glow of summer fades, October arrives with a gentle invitation—to slow down, to turn inward, and to seek comfort in the stillness. It’s a time when the pace of life begins to shift, reflecting the natural world around us as it...
by Heather Hassenbein, MCPAT, RCC, BCATR | Sep 3, 2024 | Updates
In today’s world, the pressures of life can feel overwhelming—especially when the cost of living continues to rise, and the delicate balance of work, life, and school seems impossible to maintain. At Constellations Counselling, we understand these challenges...
by Heather Hassenbein, MCPAT, RCC, BCATR | Sep 1, 2024 | Rituals, Self Care, The Counsellor's Journal
As September arrives, it brings with it a time of transition—a season where we begin to collect the bounties of our hard work while also making space for new beginnings. This year has been full of changes for me, and as I reflect on the transitions I’ve navigated, I...
by Heather Hassenbein, MCPAT, RCC, BCATR | Jul 9, 2024 | HSP
In the quiet corners of our homes, among the everyday objects we often overlook, lie stories and memories imbued with profound meaning. For Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), these objects are not merely things; they are touchstones of emotion, gateways to the past, and...
