Counselling and sleep therapy services in Vancouver - Sleep, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and stress management focused therapy services in Vancouver BC and Ontario
If you’ve ever woken up unable to move, feeling like something is pressing on your chest while your mind races in panic, you’re not alone. Sleep paralysis affects up to 40% of people at some point in their lives, and I hear about it often in my practice. The experience […]
When I joined the Bía Sleep Podcast recently, we talked about one of my favorite topics, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and how it helps people rebuild trust in their body’s ability to rest. As a social worker and sleep therapist practicing across Canada, I’ve seen firsthand how sleep […]
Ever heard about calculating sleep efficiency? You might spend eight hours in bed, yet wake up feeling far from refreshed. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone and it doesn’t mean your body has “forgotten” how to sleep. At Quadra Wellness, we often hear from clients who say, “I am […]
We all know the frustration of lying awake at night; the quiet ticking of the clock, the thoughts that won’t switch off, and the longing for deep, uninterrupted rest! When sleeplessness stretches over days or weeks, many people begin to look for support that feels gentler than prescription pills, something […]
We live in a culture that often celebrates the hustle and undermine corporate wellbeing generally. We’re expected to be available 24/7, constantly juggling deadlines, family life, and personal goals. If you’re an HR leader or executive reading this, you know the cost of this pressure firsthand: increased stress, high rates […]
Sleep Apnea affects your health, especially your blood pressure. The article explains this phenomena and the reasons behind it. Waking up tired is one thing but learning that poor sleep could be raising your blood pressure is something most people never expect. If you live with sleep apnea, you may […]
For many, the relentless cycle of sleepless nights can feel like a heavy burden, leaving behind deep frustration and exhaustion. It’s no surprise that many turn to CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), the leading evidence-based treatment for insomnia, in search of relief. You might have found yourself staring at […]
Sleep – that elusive, vital cornerstone of our health. For many, the journey to a restful night begins with a prescription. Sleeping pills, often seen as a quick fix for the torment of insomnia, promise immediate relief. And for short-term, acute sleep disturbances, they can indeed be beneficial. But what […]
Have you ever felt like your brain is still asleep even though your body is going through the motions of being awake? That foggy, disoriented feeling that makes you reach for the coffee pot as if your life depends on it? You’re not alone and there’s a scientific name for […]
If you work the night shift, you’ve likely heard advice like “just get more sleep” or “nap when you can.” But anyone who’s lived the night shift reality knows it’s not that simple. When your work hours go against your body’s natural clock, sleep isn’t just about time, it’s about […]