HGT Counselling

06/04/2026

"It was just a pet." 🐾

It's a phrase many grieving pet parents have heard, but for those who have loved and lost a companion animal, they know it was never just a pet.

Following Chelsea's conversation with CBC, we're continuing an important discussion about pet loss and the very real grief that comes with it. Our pets are often our constant companions through life's highs and lows. They offer comfort, routine, unconditional love, and a connection that leaves a lasting imprint on our hearts.

When they're gone, the loss can feel overwhelming. And because pet loss isn't always recognized in the same way as other losses, many people grieve in silence.

At HGT Counselling, we believe that grief deserves space, support, and compassion, regardless of who or what you've lost.🤍

If you've lost a beloved companion animal, what helped you through the hardest days? Share below. Your story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear today.

05/27/2026

Some wounds don’t come from what happened to us —they come from what was missing.

Reading Mother Hunger by Kelly McDaniel can feel like finally finding words for an ache you’ve carried for years but never fully understood.

So many women grow up believing they’re:
“too sensitive”
“too needy”
“too much”
or “hard to love”…

When really, they may have spent years adapting to emotional absence, unmet needs, or not feeling fully seen, nurtured, protected, or guided.

Two things can be true at once:
Your mother may have loved you deeply and she still may not have had the emotional capacity to give you what you needed.

A meaningful read for anyone exploring:
- Attachment wounds
- People pleasing
- Relationship patterns
- Abandonment fears
- Emotional loneliness
- Nervous system healing
- Inner child work

Use the link or QR code to listen to Mel Robbins and Kelly McDaniel’s conversation about the book — such a powerful and validating discussion.

https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-397

05/24/2026

Dear clients

See below 👇

Plan ahead.

Please note that the Province of PEI will be completing work on the Hillsborough Bridge beginning tomorrow that will reduce lanes throughout most of the week. The full release and details are available at:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/alert/lane-closures-planned-for-hillsborough-bridge

05/22/2026

Your body is often speaking before your mind catches up 🤍

A body scan is a gentle way to check in with yourself and reconnect to the present moment.

Heels on the floor.
Shoulders soften.
Tongue off the roof of your mouth.
Fingertips together.
Take one slow breath.

Small moments of awareness can help calm an overwhelmed nervous system and create a sense of safety in the body ✨

At HGT Counselling, we love using grounding tools like body scans because they’re simple, accessible, and supportive — especially on hard days.

Save this for when you need a reset 🤍

Contact us at:
[email protected]
http://www.hgtcounselling.com

05/15/2026

Healing isn’t always linear… but according to Remy, snacks and emotional support definitely help 🐾🤍

During sessions, Remy likes to use the Healing Wheel to help clients better understand their emotions and notice the areas of life that may need a little extra care,support, or attention.

He takes his role as Director of Canine Support very seriously… unless there’s a tennis ball nearby. 🎾

Contact us at
[email protected]
www.hgtcounselling.com

05/10/2026

Welcome Olivia 🤍

We’re so excited to welcome Olivia to the team — she just completed her first week with us!

Olivia supports adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Her approach is warm, grounded, and easy to connect with.

Here’s a little of Olivia’s “why” 🤍

I do this work because I care about helping people make sense of what they’re going through, especially when life feels heavy or overwhelming. Mental health is something I’m deeply passionate about, and I’m always drawn to understanding the “why” behind how we think and feel. I’ve seen how powerful it can be when someone feels truly heard and less alone. That’s why I focus on creating a space where you can show up as you are and feel supported without judgment. It’s not just about talking. It’s about building practical tools you can use in your everyday life so you can feel steadier, more confident, and in control. If you’ve been feeling stuck or overwhelmed, or just want someone in your corner, I’m here."

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or simply need someone in your corner, Olivia is here 🤍

Book here: https://hgtcounselling.janeapp.com/
[email protected]

04/12/2026

🌿Welcome Olivia

There are seasons where things just feel… heavy.
Overwhelming, unclear, or harder than they should be.

Olivia works with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating exactly that — stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the pressure of figuring out what’s next. Whether it’s overthinking, burnout, people-pleasing, or feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite shift, her focus is on helping you understand what’s going on beneath the surface so things can start to feel more manageable.

Her approach is warm, down-to-earth, and easy to connect with. She creates a space where you don’t have to have it all figured out — you can just show up as you are.

With a focus on relationships, boundaries, and identity, Olivia supports clients in building confidence in themselves and moving forward with more clarity and direction.

Now booking for May: https://hgtcounselling.janeapp.com/
www.hgtcounselling.com
[email protected]

Experienced therapist in Charlottetown offering counselling services for individuals and couples. Book your appointment today!

04/09/2026

🌷As we head into summer, life gets busy fast. It’s usually the time we stop making space for ourselves without even realizing it.

Walk and talk sessions are starting back up in May. Same work, just outside—sometimes it feels easier to talk, think, and breathe a little more.

We are now booking into May. If you’ve been meaning to come back or get started, this is a good time to grab a spot before things fill up.

In office and virtual are still available.

Book here: https://hgtcounselling.janeapp.com/

www.hgtcounselling.com
[email protected]

03/22/2026

Currently reading 📖

How to Do the Work by Dr. Nicole LePera.

One thing I appreciate about this book is how it explains something many people experience in therapy: our patterns didn’t appear out of nowhere. They were learned, often as ways to survive, adapt, and belong.

The work of healing isn’t about blaming the past, it’s about understanding it. When we recognize the patterns our nervous system learned early on, we gain the ability to choose something different.

That’s the real “work.”
Not perfection.
Not fixing yourself.

Awareness, compassion, and small choices that move you toward the life you want to live.

03/20/2026

✨ Healing isn’t linear.

I often explain it like a video game.

Each level gets harder.
You carry new skills, tools, and awareness forward.
But sometimes you hit a hard part and feel like you’re “back at the beginning.”

You’re not.

You’re just replaying the level with more experience.

Growth means the challenges change.
It doesn’t mean you failed.

The only people who are "failing" are the ones who are actually TRYING.