I understand that the pain you're feeling right now feels pretty unbearable. Like a part of you was just ripped away. In this moment, it might be hard to imagine how you can ever be "you" again after such a profound loss. Whether you've lost a loved one, your dearest pet who brought so much joy to your life, experienced the end of a relat
I understand that the pain you're feeling right now feels pretty unbearable. Like a part of you was just ripped away. In this moment, it might be hard to imagine how you can ever be "you" again after such a profound loss. Whether you've lost a loved one, your dearest pet who brought so much joy to your life, experienced the end of a relationship, faced a life-altering change, or encountered another painful shift, the emptiness you're feeling is real.
I imagine you're struggling with a deep sense of loneliness, unsure if anyone can truly understand the complex emotions you're carrying. It may feel as though the world around you has shifted in ways you can’t quite comprehend, and you’re left trying to navigate an unfamiliar reality.
I'm grateful that you're here.
Counselling can offer a safe and compassionate space to honor your grief without judgment. You don’t have to face these overwhelming feelings alone. Together, we can explore your emotions, gain a deeper understanding of them, and begin the process of healing.
I know right now these just sound like empty words but with a bit of time, you can rediscover yourself and find your way back to life, even if it seems impossible right now.
When you’re ready, please reach out—let’s walk this path together, so you don’t have to carry this burden alone.
Are you feeling lost, misunderstood, or disconnected? Maybe you're struggling with relationships—whether it's with family, friends, coworkers, or even with yourself. You might find yourself wondering, "Who am I really?" and "How did I end up here?" It's a painful place to be, and it can feel so overwhelming when you don’t know how to move
Are you feeling lost, misunderstood, or disconnected? Maybe you're struggling with relationships—whether it's with family, friends, coworkers, or even with yourself. You might find yourself wondering, "Who am I really?" and "How did I end up here?" It's a painful place to be, and it can feel so overwhelming when you don’t know how to move forward or find your way back to feeling good about yourself and your life.
I want you to know that you are not alone in this. The journey back to yourself can be messy, uncertain, and challenging, but it is also deeply healing. In our work together, we’ll take a compassionate, gentle approach to explore who you truly are, beyond the labels, expectations, and pressures that may have shaped you along the way.
We’ll take the time to truly understand and honor your unique experiences, giving you space to feel heard, valued, and understood. There’s no rush or judgment here—just the opportunity to nurture your authentic self and find the clarity you need to heal, grow, and move forward. Whether we lean into different therapeutic tools or take things one step at a time, my goal is to help you reconnect with the inner wisdom your mind and body already hold, so you can find the peace and connection you’ve been longing for.
I see you. I know that right now, you may feel a painful disconnect in your relationship. The distance between you and your partner might feel overwhelming, and it can leave you questioning if the love, respect, and understanding you once shared can ever be restored.
Imagine coming home to a partner who welcomes you with warmth and love, i
I see you. I know that right now, you may feel a painful disconnect in your relationship. The distance between you and your partner might feel overwhelming, and it can leave you questioning if the love, respect, and understanding you once shared can ever be restored.
Imagine coming home to a partner who welcomes you with warmth and love, instead of walking into a tense, unpredictable environment. Wouldn’t it feel so different not having to brace yourself for yet another argument or walking on eggshells, just trying to avoid conflict? I understand how exhausting that can be, and how difficult it can feel to keep trying when it seems like nothing changes.
It’s hard to feel motivated to reconnect when you’ve been hurt and feel like you’re not valued, not understood, or simply not appreciated for the person you truly are. Your needs—your very essence—might seem unheard, and that pain is real.
Together, we can change that. Using the principles of the Gottman Method, we’ll work together to identify the sources of conflict, the breakdowns in communication, and the hurts that have piled up over time. Through a deeper understanding of what’s not working, we can start to create a path forward—one where love, respect, and trust can begin to grow again.
If you’re in a new relationship, trying to blend families or navigating the complexities of connecting in ways that work for everyone, I’m here to guide you. It can be a tricky process, but it’s not impossible.
And if you’re facing the end of a relationship, I can offer you the support you need as you navigate separation or divorce.
No matter where you are in this experience, I’m here to support you in finding your way back to connection, to healing, and to a future where you feel loved, valued, and heard.
Thank you for taking this time to invest in yourself and to learn more about Nurture Me Counselling. I am located in British Columbia, Canada.
I know reaching out for support can be a huge and often very intimidating and scary step. My hope is that by reading a little more about me, it will help to settle some of those very normal feelings you may be having, in trying to find a counsellor who you can feel comfortable being open with. But I want to encourage you to trust yourself, you'll know when you find the right counsellor for you.
To begin...My name is Jen McDonald and I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC). I was drawn to become a counsellor after my own life experiences with various childhood traumas, as well as more recent traumas in my adult life as well. At 14, I unexpectedly lost my mom and more recently, my dad also. I have also navigated relationship struggles and breakdowns and have rediscovered myself and continue to heal the old and unhealthy patterns and behaviours, through my own counselling and healing experiences.
These experiences, I feel, have allowed me to approach the work I do with clients with a deeper understanding and level of empathy pertaining to some of the real struggles we face in life, especially in navigating the many complex emotions, thoughts and reactions that come with various life experiences, including grief and loss.
One thing I've learned is that healing from these experiences and at times, losses, can be a beautifully messy, non-linear and sometimes very scary and lonely journey...but it is one that is always well worth the travel in the end...and you don't have to do it alone.
In our sessions together, I will hold a non judgemental space for you to discover and explore the many emotions and thoughts that come with healing. We will laugh together, cry together and grow towards nurturing you back to a place where you are excited to truly live your life again.
While our various life experience do change and shape us, I believe that our own self discoveries and understanding through this journey can bring about a deeper, more meaningful acceptance and appreciation for who we are, and with that, a greater love for ourselves. From there, it leads us to more meaningful relationships in our lives with others and nurture the desire for continued growth, as we begin to see the positives we can make by taking back our own lives and no longer letting our experiences define us.
I feel truly privileged in working with each wonderfully unique person who invites me on their journey, as they strive to heal from their past losses and experiences and work toward building a more fulfilling, loving, meaningful and rewarding life for themselves.
If you want to learn a little more about me, my training and how I work, please visit my about page or click on the "learn more" button below.
Hello, I'm Willow. I've had a bit of a traumatic life before finding myself here, but have found safety and comfort in being around calm humans. While I am a cat and tend to live by my own schedule, I do like to join in on some sessions with those who enjoy my presence and need or want a little extra comfort. I tend to find a comfy spot on the couch or by your feet and sleep away the hour. If you want me to be present in your session, or have any questions, please ask.