Mountainside Wellness

Mountainside Wellness Everyone deserves access to quality counselling and wellness services, and at Mountainside Wellness we make it happen.

Specializing in services for the autism, ADHD, neurodiverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

When you’re overstimulated, your brain isn’t “being difficult”—it’s overwhelmed. This guide breaks down 10 coping tools ...
07/31/2026

When you’re overstimulated, your brain isn’t “being difficult”—it’s overwhelmed. This guide breaks down 10 coping tools that can help you regulate in the moment, from sensory support to grounding strategies, in a way that respects neurodivergent needs and trauma-informed safety. It’s practical, inclusive, and written for real life—so you can feel steadier at work, at home, and in relationships. If you want evidence-informed, dignity-centred options that actually help you cope, this is worth your attention.

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Racial trauma isn’t just “stress”—it lives in the body, the nervous system, and the stories we’ve learned to survive. In...
07/29/2026

Racial trauma isn’t just “stress”—it lives in the body, the nervous system, and the stories we’ve learned to survive. In this piece, we break down how therapy can support lasting healing: building safety, naming the impact of discrimination, and strengthening coping tools that actually hold up in real life. With a trauma-informed, identity-affirming lens, you’ll see how care can be both expert-driven and deeply human. If you’ve been carrying what others dismiss, this is a grounded guide to healing with dignity.

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If your workplace feels like too much—too loud, too bright, too busy—sensory overload can quickly tip from “stress” into...
07/27/2026

If your workplace feels like too much—too loud, too bright, too busy—sensory overload can quickly tip from “stress” into burnout. This post breaks down what’s happening in your nervous system and shares practical, trauma-informed ways to cope at work without masking who you are. You’ll find clear strategies for creating calmer moments, setting boundaries that actually hold, and protecting your focus when the environment won’t cooperate. If you’re neurodivergent, managing anxiety, or just trying to stay steady in high-demand spaces, this is a grounded guide you can use right away.

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Trauma doesn’t just affect mood—it can disrupt executive functioning, like planning, focus, task switching, and impulse ...
07/25/2026

Trauma doesn’t just affect mood—it can disrupt executive functioning, like planning, focus, task switching, and impulse control. When your nervous system is stuck in “threat mode,” it can look like laziness or lack of motivation, but it’s often your brain doing its best under strain. This article breaks down what’s happening and why trauma-informed strategies can help you regain structure and choice in daily life. If you’ve ever felt high-performing yet constantly overwhelmed, you’ll want this perspective.

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Ever get to the end of the day feeling overstimulated, irritable, or “shut down” and can’t quite name why? Sensory overw...
07/23/2026

Ever get to the end of the day feeling overstimulated, irritable, or “shut down” and can’t quite name why? Sensory overwhelm at work and home is common for autistic people and many neurodivergent adults and teens—and it’s also a trauma-informed, nervous-system issue, not a personal failing. This guide breaks down practical strategies to spot your triggers, protect your energy, and build supports that work in real life. If you’re tired of generic advice, this article offers expert, affirming ways to help your body feel safer and more in control.

https://www.mountainsidewellness.ca

If you’re autistic and wondering how to request accommodations at work, you’re not asking for “special treatment”—you’re...
07/21/2026

If you’re autistic and wondering how to request accommodations at work, you’re not asking for “special treatment”—you’re asking for what helps you do your best, safely and with dignity. This article walks you through practical, workplace-friendly steps for starting the conversation, sharing the right information, and advocating for supports that match your needs. It’s empathetic, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world guidance—so you can feel prepared rather than pressured. When you understand your options, accommodations stop being a mystery and start becoming a pathway to steadier work and wellbeing.

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Ever noticed how “normal” relationship advice can fall flat when you’re neurodivergent? This piece explores how neurodiv...
07/19/2026

Ever noticed how “normal” relationship advice can fall flat when you’re neurodivergent? This piece explores how neurodivergent couples build clearer, kinder communication—using strategies that reduce misunderstandings, honour different processing styles, and make space for needs rather than shame. With a trauma-informed, identity-affirming lens, it’s packed with practical insights you can apply right away—especially if you’re tired of walking on eggshells. If you care about dignity, clarity, and truly effective connection, this one is for you.

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Wondering if autism screening is possible as an adult? You’re not imagining it—many people only realise later, often aft...
07/17/2026

Wondering if autism screening is possible as an adult? You’re not imagining it—many people only realise later, often after years of masking, burnout, or being misunderstood. This article walks you through what screening can look like, how to prepare, and the next steps to take so you can move forward with clarity and dignity, not labels that don’t fit. If you’re navigating work, relationships, or mental health with a persistent sense that something’s “off,” this is a grounded place to start.

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If you’re an adult who’s been told to “just cope,” or you’ve wondered whether autism explains patterns in your work, rel...
07/15/2026

If you’re an adult who’s been told to “just cope,” or you’ve wondered whether autism explains patterns in your work, relationships, or nervous system, this practical guide is for you. It walks through what an adult autism assessment can look like, how it’s approached, and what you can reasonably expect—without losing sight of dignity, trauma-informed care, or the realities of being overlooked in traditional systems. Grounded in expert-led clarity, it’s an affirming resource for neurodivergent people and allies across Canada who want answers that actually help.

https://www.mountainsidewellness.ca

Ever feel like you’re performing all day just to get through conversations, work, or relationships—then collapsing when ...
07/13/2026

Ever feel like you’re performing all day just to get through conversations, work, or relationships—then collapsing when it’s quiet? This article explores how to recover from masking without losing yourself, using trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming tools that help you reconnect with your needs, boundaries, and identity. You’ll learn practical ways to tell the difference between adapting and disappearing, and how to rebuild self-trust in a world that often rewards “being easy to manage.” If you’ve been called “high-functioning” but still feel unseen, this will speak directly to what you’re carrying.

https://www.mountainsidewellness.ca

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938 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC
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