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      <image:caption>This may be the beginning of your therapy journey, as you have reached a place where you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure where to turn next. Or perhaps your therapy journey has been ongoing, and you are ready to explore yourself in new ways. At times, life can feel as though everything is falling apart. The pain, confusion, grief, or disconnection we experience can leave us feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. Yet sometimes, the moments that feel like breaking down are also opportunities to rebuild our lives in ways that feel more authentic, meaningful, and aligned with who we truly are. I believe many of us experience stress, anxiety, and emotional suffering when we move too far away from ourselves — when we silence our needs, abandon our inner truth, or remain trapped in painful cycles of survival and self-protection. Healing is not about fixing what is broken, but about reconnecting with the parts of yourself that may have been lost, protected, or neglected along the way. My aim is not only to support you in working through pain, but also to help you reconnect with joy, fulfillment, purpose, and vitality. Through this process, we create more space to come home to ourselves, move beyond survival, and step toward a life that feels grounded, empowered, and fully alive.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The regular rates at Somatic Swell Counselling for a Canadian Certified Counsellor affiliated with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are as follows: $145 + GST for a 50 minute counselling session $217.50 + GST for a 75 minute counselling session Somatic Swell Counselling does accept clients on a sliding fee scale. Please ask about this when you book your session, and we will discuss the details and availability. ***If you have health benefits, please check with your provider to ensure that your sessions will be covered, as we do not directly bill benefit providers***</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Psychedelic Integration - NATURE DOES NOT HURRY, YET EVERYTHING IS ACCOMPLISHED</image:title>
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      <image:caption>In-person, video, and phone sessions are all available depending on your comfort level and what best fits your needs. Each session is tailored to fit you and your experience and will allow you to feel in control of your own healing. To help you determine if counselling is right for you, the risks and benefits of counselling are outlined below, as are the main theoretical frameworks used in my sessions. I aim to pull from several different models of therapy that will create a safe yet challenging environment for your inner growth.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Meet Nicole - MEET GOOSE</image:title>
      <image:caption>Goose is a friendly, affectionate, and happy Goldendoodle who loves spending time at the office. He attends in-person sessions and may occasionally make an appearance in the background of a Zoom session. Goose brings a calm and comforting presence to the therapy space, along with a wagging tail and the occasional dog kiss. His favourite treats are apples, peanut butter, and carrots, and he loves running along the beach with his fellow pupper friends. He also considers napping a solid 10/10 activity.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Home - MIND AHEAD COUNSELLING</image:title>
      <image:caption>Do you sometimes feel like it is difficult to get through the day? Do you often feel low and like your progress is somehow blocked? Are you at a point in your life where it seems like nothing is changing? I understand that struggling can make us feel hopeless, unmotivated, and frustrated. My human experience allows me to identify with the challenges you are facing, because I face them too. It is my calling to help others at a human level on this journey of healing, and through counselling, you can feel empowered to reclaim your confidence and take back control of your life. You will not be seen as someone who is needing to be fixed or who is broken, but as a whole being who is currently struggling. Let me help you deal with the challenges and transitions that show up along the way, and lead you to a more empowered and authentic life.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The regular rates at Mind Ahead Counselling for a Canadian Certified Counsellor affiliated with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are as follows: $100 + GST for your first 50 minute session $140 + GST for every 50 minute session thereafter Mind Ahead Counselling does accept clients on a sliding fee scale. Please ask about this when you are booking your session, and we will discuss the details and availability. ***If you have health benefits, please check with your provider to ensure that your sessions will be covered as we do not direct bill***</image:caption>
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