Have you ever felt like your emotions were just too much, or like your mind wouldn’t stop overthinking? Maybe you’ve watched your child struggle and wondered how to best support them. If so, you’re not alone. These are the challenges I help young people and parents with every day.

If you’re new here, I’d love to introduce myself. I’m Natalie, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia. For more than 12 years I’ve worked closely with young people—first as a youth volleyball coach and now as a therapist. My work is grounded in compassion, practicality, and a deep belief that both young people and their parents have incredible capacity for growth when given the right support.

Feeling like it’s all too much?

There are times when school, friends, work, and expectations pile up so high that you don’t know how to manage. Maybe you’ve thought about telling a parent, guardian, or another adult you trust how how stressed you feel, but the words get stuck or you worry they will not understand. You are not alone. Here in British Columbia, I hear from many teens and young adults who feel this way. They want support but are unsure how to ask for it. The good news is there are ways to make that conversation feel easier and more honest.

Ever feel like your brain just won’t shut off?

You lie in bed replaying a conversation from earlier or scroll endlessly trying to quiet your mind. Here in BC, I meet so many teens and young adults who tell me they’re stuck in this cycle of worry and overthinking. The good news is that small daily habits can make a real difference in calming anxiety and helping your mind feel more settled.