The Counselling Group

06/10/2026

A small comment can shift your whole day.

One comment.
One mistake.
One stressful interaction.

And suddenly, everything feels heavier. The longer we replay it, the bigger it becomes.

Instead of pushing it away or overthinking it, try naming it.

"This is frustration."
"This is disappointment."

Giving your emotions language can help them move through you instead of staying stuck.

If your days have been feeling heavier than usual, support can help. We're here when you need it: https://heyor.ca/6Nbmjw

06/09/2026

Long term relationships can carry stress, emotional wounds, caregiving fatigue, and years of unspoken emotions. At the Counselling Group we provide couples counseling that understands your lived experiences, identity, and communication struggles.

Our LGBTQ+ affirming counsellors provide multilingual support for gay couples seeking stronger communication, deeper understanding, and healthier relationships.

06/05/2026

Pride Month is a celebration, but it can also be complex.

For many, it holds joy, identity and belonging.
For others, it can bring up feelings of grief, fear and disconnection.

Wherever you are in your journey, your experience is valid.

You deserve to feel safe, supported and seen - exactly as you are.

If this month brings up more than you expected, you don't have to navigate it alone. Our team is here to support you, book a session or reach out today: https://heyor.ca/r0o6v8

05/29/2026

What a weekend. 💙

This past weekend, our community showed up for Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend, running, walking and rallying behind mental health care that’s accessible, inclusive and barrier-free. We're so incredibly grateful to everyone who donated and supported our teams along the way. We're so close to reaching our $10k goal, and every contribution helps!

Through our Mental Health Matters campaign, we’re working to ensure more people can access counselling that meets them where they are, in their language, within their means and with the right support.

But the need doesn’t end at the finish line.

There’s still time to give. Your donation helps reduce wait lists, subsidize sessions and ensure no one has to choose between therapy and basic needs.

When someone reaches out, they deserve to hear: “Yes, we can help.”

💙 Donate today: https://heyor.ca/BnaptW

05/29/2026

We have options for you--structured sessions through or no-cost walk-in spots through The Walk In Counselling Clinic. The first step is always the hardest, but it's well worth it.

Choosing the right door matters. 🚪

For many men, reaching out can be tough, but support doesn’t have to mean long-term commitment.

Options like single-session or walk-in therapy make it easier to start the conversation.

At Family Service Ontario, we believe support should meet people where they are—comfortable, accessible, and on their terms. 💙

Read more here: https://www.ontariocounsellingfinder.ca/making-therapy-work-for-men

05/23/2026

Asking for help is hard, but getting support shouldn’t be.

Through our Mental Health Matters campaign, we’re working to remove the barriers that prevent people from accessing care.

From reducing wait times to offering counselling in 14 languages, your support will help us create a system where people feel seen, understood and supported.

Donate until the end of the month to make a difference.

05/22/2026

Sometimes it's not about "trying harder," it's about understanding yourself more clearly.

If you or your child are navigating challenges with focus, learning or behaviour, psychometric assessments can help provide answers.

Our psychometric services can support with:

ADHD & attention challenges
Learning difficulties
Autism assessments
Psychoeducational evaluations

Clarity can be a powerful first step toward the right kind of support.

If you've been wondering what's really going on, we're here to help guide you. Learn more or connect with our team to get started: https://heyor.ca/6Nbmjw

05/22/2026

WOWZERS! We're almost there! We're at 90% and the race is tomorrow! Can you help bump us up to 100% by race time (4:00 pm)? Every dollar counts and helps our team at Jewish Family Services of Ottawa and The Counselling Group provide affordable mental health care in 14+ different languages.

Donate: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mentalhealthmatters