Counselling and sleep therapy services in Vancouver - Sleep, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and stress management focused therapy services in Vancouver BC and Ontario
For many, sleep feels like a battle. You lie there, minutes turning into hours, willing your mind to quiet down. If you’re struggling to fall asleep, you’re not alone. Around one in three adults regularly experience difficulty falling asleep. At Quadra Wellness and Counselling, we understand the profound impact insomnia […]
You’re finally drifting off, your body relaxing into sleep, when suddenly a sharp jolt. Your leg kicks, your arm twitches, or your whole body jerks you awake. It can feel unsettling, and you may find yourself wondering: Is this normal? Should I be worried? If this sounds familiar, you’re in […]
Does this sound familiar? It’s Sunday evening. You’ve enjoyed a relaxing weekend, perhaps spent time with friends or family, caught up on your favourite shows, or simply recharged your batteries. Then, as the sun begins to set, a creeping sense of dread starts to build. Monday looms on the horizon, […]
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, you’re certainly not alone. With an estimated one-third of adults experiencing sleep difficulties regularly, the search for natural sleep solutions has never been more relevant. Among the various remedies gaining attention, magnesium supplements have emerged as a promising […]
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 […]
Sleep and yoga share a beautiful relationship. Both invite us to let go of tension, quiet our minds, and tune into the body’s natural rhythms. For those struggling with sleep challenges, yoga offers gentle yet powerful tools to prepare the body and mind for rest. This comprehensive guide explores how […]
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 […]
If you’ve ever stepped off a long-haul flight feeling like your body and brain are operating in completely different time zones, you’re familiar with the misery of jet lag. This common travel companion affects millions of flyers annually, leaving them fatigued, disoriented, and unable to fully enjoy the first days […]
If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 3 a.m. after a long flight or struggling to stay alert during an afternoon meeting in a new time zone, you’re not alone. Jet lag can make your body feel like it’s in two places at once, physically here, but mentally stuck […]