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Life Compass Counselling

Empowering Individuals & Couples to Heal, Thrive, and Flourish! A safe & nurturing space for your transformative journey. In-person & virtual sessions.

Specializing in Relationship | Trauma | Certified in Integrative Somatic Therapy Practice (ISTP)™️. Life Compass Counselling & Consulting is an affordable counselling business located in Dawson Creek, BC. Geared to the overall wellbeing of individuals, Life Compass offers a variety of counselling, consulting and therapeutic solutions for couples, families, individual and groups. Life is a journey

and we all need help along the way at times. Find out how Life Compass can help you on your journey to wellbeing.

08/15/2026

Tonight, I’m letting myself slow down, my body is tired, my mind is tender, and I’m sitting in that quiet space of reflection.

This week marked the start of my Somatic Yoga Therapy training, and it’s been such a joyful, immersive experience.

It’s also stirred something deeper in me; a sense of gratitude for where I am in life right now.

If I could go back and whisper to my 30-year-old self, I’d tell her this: Don’t fear getting older. It’s not something to brace for or dread. It’s a season where you will feel more alive, more focused, and more yourself than you ever thought possible.

Your voice gets clear and stronger. Your confidence grows. You finally feel like you can take up the space that’s always been yours.

To any woman standing on the edge of the wise woman years, unsure of what’s ahead, pour yourself a cup of tea and take a deep breath.

This chapter isn’t the end of your youth. It’s the start of feeling fully, fiercely YOU.💜
Mandorla Yoga Institute

07/31/2026

I believe each of us is our own best teacher and healer.

You just need to remember and reconnect with this truth.

It’s my privilege to support you in rediscovering it.💜

07/06/2026

I see you longing for something different.

You might be afraid to trust trying one more time.

Because what if it doesn’t work?

Your fear is protecting you from failure.

Small but safe is the whisper.

What if you can look at the times things didn’t work out as the fuel that propelled you to where you actually need to be?

To reach for what scares you and also liberates you.

Your striving and seeking has not been in vain.

Instead, it’s been preparing you to receive the positive burden that is your growth; your transformation; your access to the light that has always been yours.

And that has been the plan that’s been unfolding all along.

The painful shards that have cut you deeply when pieced together complete the picture of your achingly beautiful wholeness.

Pain and fear transmuted by the clear brightness of your being.

You are a walking, talking miracle of your own making. You just didn’t believe it could be so.

Until you do.

And then you know for sure, you’ve finally arrived and claimed the wholeness that’s always been yours. ✨💜

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05/28/2026

Just be still.

It sounds simple, right?

Just stop, close your eyes, and relax for 10 minutes. Easy.

But there’s actually more to it than that.

Most people find stillness uncomfortable, and they might not even know why.

Our minds are relentless, with thoughts constantly racing back and forth between the past and the present.

When we try to be still, we can experience the chaotic whirlwind of our thoughts.

Our physical busyness keep us distracted from our thoughts, always focusing us on the next thing.

When our bodies are still, we realize how loud our minds are.

By letting go of physical tension, we can then experience mental tension.

And there’s a point to this.

By deepening our awareness of our thoughts while we’re still, we become less dominated by them.

The goal isn’t to stop thinking; that’s impossible.

The average person has about 60,000 to 100,000 thoughts a day.

The real liberation comes when we stop identifying with them.

I describe it as my thoughts shifting from a loud roar that dominates my life to a low-grade, sometimes annoying, white noise in the background that I can notice but don’t get hooked by, allowing me to carry on.

The telltale sign that you need stillness is when you don’t think you have time for it.

Stillness is about gaining access to the truth beneath the armour we build around our tender hearts.

What small steps can you take today to incorporate stillness into your routine and begin to notice the thoughts that once dominated your life?

04/17/2026

What would it be like to hit pause on the need to know more?

What if the knowledge you’ve collected up to this point in your life is, in fact, enough for now?

In my work with clients, I notice some folks (me too!) are always on the lookout: trying out different therapies, attending workshops, listening to podcasts, reading self-help books, scrolling through social media, and so on.

It’s perfectly okay to learn and grow.

But the tricky part is when the drive to learn becomes a way to avoid being still enough to use the knowledge you already have.

I totally understand this because I do it too.

What if you started putting all the knowledge you already have into practice?

Most of us haven’t even scratched the surface of the resources we have right here, right now.

You already have a solid foundation.

To connect with this, you don’t need to seek, think, or search anymore.

You just need to connect to intentional action to free the gifts of what you’ve known all along.

03/27/2026

The most important things take time.

Achieving your goals, planning for a holiday or a special occasion, working toward personal aspirations that make your life fulfilling and enjoyable. These are some of the things that make a life joyful and rewarding.

I love learning and always evolving in my business. It’s both deeply personally and professionally rewarding.

My private therapy practice has continued to evolve and grow along with me, and so has my vision for redesigning my business, brand, and website.

This recent transformation shares the beautiful addition of somatic-based work, ISTP™️, to my private therapy practice.

On November 1st, I moved into a larger office and studio space that perfectly mirrors the welcoming and warm energy I want to surround myself with.

This new space supports my dream of expanding my offerings in a warm and inviting environment.

For me, levelling up is a stormy and introspective journey.

My creative process thrives in quiet moments, where I can be free from distractions and immerse myself in inspiration and creative vision.

Then, the moment arrives, the door quietly opens, filling me with a renewed sense of energy and clarity, signalling that the time to share is finally here.

Why do you think? I’d love to hear your feedback! 💜

https://thelifecompassway.com/

02/11/2026

Dear friends and community members,

This morning, like many of you, I find myself in shock and disbelief.

My heart deeply aches for the community and people of Tumbler Ridge during this unimaginable time.

It’s hard to comprehend the weight of such a tragic loss.

Please know, as we move through the coming days, weeks, and months, I and others are here for you.

I want to extend my support to anyone affected by this heartbreaking event.

Understanding that finding your way to healing can be a challenge, I’m committed to making support accessible.

To ease any burden, I’ll be offering my services at a reduced rate for residents of Tumbler Ridge who may be facing financial difficulties right now.

Don’t hesitate to reach out when you need someone to talk to. You can text, call, or DM me anytime at 250-719-7844.

With heartfelt compassion,

Rhonda ❤️

Here are some additional resources:

Northern BC residents can get help immediately by contacting any one of the following:
- Call 310Mental Health Support at 310-6789 for emotional support, information, and resources specific to mental health.
- Call 1-800-784-2433 if you are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of su***de.

If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis or has su***de-related concerns:
- 988 is for anyone who is thinking about su***de or who is worried about someone they know. Connect with a responder to get help without judgment. Call or text 988 toll-free, anytime for support in English or French.

- Kid’s Help Phone offers professional counselling, information, and referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support to young people in both English and French. Reach out by texting CONNECT to 686868.

- The KUU-US Crisis Response Service at 1-800-588-8717 provides culturally aware crisis support for Indigenous peoples in B.C.

- The Northern Health Virtual Primary & Community Care Clinic at 1-844-645-7811 offers access to a family doctor or nurse practitioner, including for mental health needs.

- B.C. has several virtual mental health supports for anyone experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, and you can find more information at:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/virtual-mental-health-supports

- See Northern Health’s website for additional mental health supports here: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use

01/28/2026

The sum total of your life is built upon the foundation of every choice you’ve made.

As a mental health professional, I guide clients through the profound journey of understanding these choices.

In our therapeutic process, we reach pivotal crossroads where we ponder the range of decisions before us.

It’s moments of quiet, and often difficult, introspection, where we carefully weigh options and potential outcomes.

This is where the work becomes intricate and deeply human, and choosing can be anything but simple.

Despite access to knowledge, insights from personal growth, and a deep understanding of oneself, clients sometimes choose not to change or deviate from their current path.

This isn’t a failure; it’s an active, informed decision made after thoughtful consideration.

I support you, not as a judge or ultimate decider, but as a companion on your journey toward self knowing.

We each walk our own paths, and every choice, whether it leads to change or maintains the status quo, carries the essence of our individuality and authenticity.

It’s okay to take your time with your decisions, explore their depths, and truly understand what feels right for you.

Your process is uniquely yours, and I’m here to help you navigate it with openness and respect.

01/09/2026

The elephant in the room. 🐘

I wanted to share a moment that really struck me.

I have a picture of an elephant in my therapy room, and today one of my clients pointed out, “That is the actual elephant in the room.”

It really got me thinking about what “the elephant in the room” means.

It’s that big, glaring issue we all know is there but tend to avoid discussing.

It can be tough to confront difficult feelings or unresolved issues, and often we sidestep them because it feels safer.

In our sessions, that elephant symbolizes the emotions and challenges that can loom heavily over us.

By naming it, we can take the first step toward understanding and healing.

I love that this client's observation opened the door for us to address what’s hard to face.

Having this elephant picture in my therapy room is not just a fun decor choice, it’s a powerful visual reminder for both me and my clients.

It encourages conversations about those tough topics that often go unspoken.

Ultimately, facing that elephant head-on can be a key part of moving forward and finding peace.

12/10/2025

Release & Renew: A Deep Relaxation Retreat

When was the last time you experienced deep, uninhibited relaxation?

I’m talking about the kind where you finally drop the weight of the worries you’ve been carrying and just… exhale and connect with yourself.

Being stuck in your head is exhausting.

If you’re feeling stressed, anxious, like your feelings are “too much,” or that you’ve simply hit a wall, this is created for you.

Join me for an intimate ISTP™️ inspired retreat style workshop.

Read more about Integrative Somatic Therapy Practice(ISTP)™️ here:
https://thelifecompassway.com/istp

We’ll take a collective moment to catch our breath and relax into our bodies.

You’ll learn to find spaciousness, sink into your being, and embody the peace and stillness you deserve.

What to expect:

Relax & release: You’ll experience the a deep state of relaxation inviting your body to release held tension and emotional energy.

Connection: Learn how your breath, combined with movement, and somatic body work can create calm.

Tools: Leave with practical somatic skills you can use daily to regulate your nervous system.

This session is for everyone. No prior skills are required. I’ll meet you where you are.

I will keep this group small and intimate, which is why this offering is limited to a group of just six people.

The Details:

🗓 When: January 11th, 11:00 - 1:30
📍 Where: Studio #204-1200 103rd Ave, Dawson Creek
💸 Investment: $120 (tax included)

Registration opens Jan 3rd.

Ready to relax, let go and be present?

DM me to claim your spot.

Address

#204-1200 103rd Avenue
Dawson Creek, BC
V1G2E7

Website

http://www.thelifecompassway.com/

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