Shawna Langridge
Counselling Services
Many people worry that needing help is a sign of failure.
Actually, it is a very powerful place to be! Recognizing that things aren’t working gives us the motivation to risk new ways that might ultimately fit our lives much better.

Welcome

If you are like most people, you are here because something in your life is just not working as well as you would like, whether it is a relationship, troubling behaviours and emotions, or life circumstances that are stretching your ability to cope. You may feel like you’re facing a mountain of challenges and wondering how to move beyond them. You’re not alone! We’ve all struggled at times and needed to reach out for help. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 15 years experience in the field. Please take some time to get to know me and what I can offer. I would love to journey with you to create a life that truly allows you to thrive!

How Can I Help?

Individual Support

Whether you are facing a difficult season, a loss, a life transition, or simply looking to focus some time and effort on personal growth, I can provide a safe, supportive place look closer at who you are and how you are experiencing life right now, and to explore new ways to move further towards a life you love.


Trauma

Trauma leaves its mark emotionally, mentally, and physiologically, often in devastating ways. One of the bravest decisions you can make is to look at how the past has shaped your present and, if unmanaged, your future. Whether it was a discrete incident like a car accident, or a lifetime of painful experiences, I gently and compassionately work to reduce all three types of impact so that you are free to confidently move forward into the life you want to live.

Mental Health Diagnoses

Mental health symptoms happen when our life stress is too great for the brain chemistry that our genetics gave us. With over 15 years experience treating significant mental health disorders, I can help you understand your symptoms and how to manage them, build life habits that make them less likely to return, and find ways to lower your life stress so that you are free to live your best life.


Relation​ships

Relationships can be tough! I can help you recognize your patterns in relationship and learn skills like effective communication, conflict resolution, boundary-setting, and healthy intimacy, so you are able to further create the life-giving relationships you want.


Specialized Youth Services

It’s hard to be a youth these days! Besides managing normal growth changes in brain and body, they are tasked with developing a sense of self, personal values and purpose in the midst of an ever-changing world that even adults struggle to understand. In addition, it may take special skill to help a youth feel heard and supported with the things that really impact their lives. I have over 15 years of experience connecting with and supporting youth and their families with these challenges and the myriad of symptoms that can occur when this struggle gets tough.
Reg. Clinical Counsellor