5 Signs You Might Benefit from Counselling

I am often asked when someone should seek counselling or therapy. Below, we outline five signs that counselling could benefit you and explain how our team at Clearview Counselling can assist.

 

1. Persistent Feelings of Overwhelm

Are you frequently swamped by work, family, or other responsibilities and unable to catch your breath? If this feeling persists, it may not just be a busy season. It could indicate that your emotional resources are stretched thin.

How Clearview Counselling Can Help:

Our psychologists at Clearview Counselling can help you with feelings of stress, overwhelm, anxiety and exhaustion! We will sit with you to explore what’s tipping the scales in your life and help you apply practical strategies to restore balance. Together, we will focus on the here and now to help you regain control and mastery over the things that have pushed you off balance.

 

2. Disruptions to daily routines

Changes to what is “normal” or typical for you could indicate that you are struggling. These may include changes to your exercise routines, social involvement, sleep patterns, eating, or general enjoyment of what you like to do. If you find yourself lying awake at night, thoughts racing, or perhaps sleeping excessively to avoid the day, or if you have stopped doing things you enjoy, it may signal an inner struggle—stress, worry, or something less defined—that’s asking for attention.

How Clearview Counselling Can Help:

At Clearview Counselling, we treat both the symptoms (the behaviour you are concerned about) and the causes (what may be contributing to the changes you are experiencing). We draw on evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to tackle the thoughts disrupting your life. We aim to support your growth by equipping you with tools to calm your mind.

 

3. Increased Irritability with Loved Ones

Have you noticed yourself reacting sharply to those closest to you—snapping over small things, then regretting it later? This could indicate that unprocessed emotions are bubbling up and affecting your relationships.

How Clearview Counselling Can Help:

Our professionals provide a safe space to unpack your reactions at Clearview Counselling. We want to help you identify how you feel about your behaviours and support you in responding to the people who matter to you in a way consistent with who you want to be and the kind of relationships you want to have. We will also help you foster a healthier connection with yourself and others.

 

4. A Sense of Disconnection

Do you ever feel detached—from yourself, your passions, or the people around you? This subtle drift can signal that you’re not fully present in your own life – a quiet call for reconnection.

How Clearview Counselling Can Help:

We see counselling as facilitating human change, including rediscovering what matters to you. Our psychologists use tailored strategies and techniques to support self-discovery and authenticity and to help you feel grounded again. Our collaborative approach is tailored to you.

 

5. A Lingering Heavy Feeling

Sometimes, there’s no apparent reason for how we feel. The sense that you are carrying a heavy weight that won’t lift maybe your mind nudging you toward support. Whether the weight is sadness, unease, or a vague sense of being “off.”, we can provide options to help you lift that mood and find a sense of purpose.

How Clearview Counselling Can Help:

Our team at Clearview Counselling meets you where you are, using psychotherapy principles to explore that heaviness. We’re not here to “fix” you but to walk alongside you, applying our expertise to lighten the load and work toward your well-being.

Why Consider Counselling Now?

Do these signs warrant reaching out? Historically, counselling focused on present-day growth, while therapy tackled deeper intrapsychic issues. Today, as the lines between the two have blurred, we at Clearview view them as a singular professional activity: a relational process to support change. If any of these signs resonate, now might be the time to explore what counselling/therapy can offer.

What Sets Clearview Counselling Apart?

At Clearview, our psychologists are registered professionals with the credentials and experience to provide meaningful support. Whether addressing overwhelm or fostering reconnection, we tailor our approach to your needs.

It’s worth noting that the terms counselling and therapy (and counsellor and therapist) aren’t regulated by law in Alberta. Anyone can use them, so we encourage you to ask about a professional’s background. When you choose Clearview, you’re working with a team committed to transparency—feel free to ask us about our training, experience or what we mean by counselling. We’re happy to clarify what you can expect.

Taking the Next Step

Recognizing that you need support is often a brave first move. If you’re curious about how counselling might help, we invite you to contact Clearview Counselling for a free meet-and-greet session. This brief, no-pressure meeting is your opportunity to meet with one of our therapists to explore your options and clarify what support entails.

Our psychologists are here to listen, guide, and collaborate, helping you address your concerns and move toward your goals.

Please feel free to reach out to us today. Whether you call it counselling or therapy, we call it a chance to support you in finding clarity and strength.