At Rise & Shine Counselling, our goal is to help every person feel...
CONFIDENT & EMPOWERED
UNDERSTOOD & RESPECTED
SAFE & GROUNDED
"You don't have to pretend everything is okay."
Persistent guilt and shame can leave you feeling self-critical, anxious, or disconnected. These emotions often show up as overthinking, difficulty making decisions, low self-esteem, or challenges in relationships, making it hard to feel confident, understood, or at peace with yourself.
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Living with guilt or shame can feel overwhelming, but with compassionate support, it’s possible to develop self-understanding, rebuild confidence, and cultivate self-acceptance. Through professional counselling, you can learn practical strategies to respond to these emotions in healthier ways and reconnect with a sense of balance and emotional well-being.
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At Rise & Shine Counselling & Wellness, we're here to walk beside you on your mental health journey.
SHAME RESILIENCE COUNSELLING IN VANCOUVER AND BRITISH COLUMBIA
Differentiating Guilt vs. Shame
In guilt and shame counselling, we explore the roots of these emotions in a safe, non-judgmental space. Through compassionate reflection, practical strategies, and perspective-shifting exercises, we help you challenge self-critical patterns, cultivate self-compassion, and build a stronger sense of worth, confidence, and lasting emotional well-being.
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At Rise & Shine Counselling & Wellness, our licensed therapists use techniques such as PCT, CFT, narrative therapy, ACT, and SFT to help you grow, heal, and thrive.
How We Help
COMPASSION-FOCUSED THERAPY
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Cultivates self-compassion to counteract harsh self-criticism.
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Teaches strategies to soothe and care for yourself when experiencing guilt or shame.
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Helps reframe self-critical thoughts and foster a kinder relationship with yourself.
SHAME RESILIENCE COUNSELLING IN VANCOUVER AND BRITISH COLUMBIA
Healing Through Self-Compassion
Our experienced therapists help you understand and manage feelings of guilt and shame, develop practical strategies to build self-compassion, and restore confidence, balance, and emotional well-being.
Guilt and shame counselling includes a variety of evidence-based approaches designed to help individuals understand, process, and respond to these difficult emotions. Depending on your needs, therapy may include strategies to identify sources of guilt or shame, challenge unhelpful self-beliefs, and reflect on values and priorities to guide healthier, intentional choices.
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Therapists may also incorporate practical tools such as self-compassion exercises, perspective-shifting techniques, and emotional awareness practices to help you reduce self-criticism, foster understanding, and develop sustainable habits that support emotional well-being.
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Seeking support for guilt and shame can be an important step toward greater self-acceptance, clearer thinking, and healthier relationships. At Rise & Shine Counselling Vancouver, our therapists work collaboratively with you, tailoring each approach to your unique experiences and goals.
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All of our therapists offer free 15-minute consultations to help you decide whether it feels like the right fit. You’re welcome to book a free consultation or schedule your first full appointment by selecting one of the options below.
Building resilience to shame helps you respond to self-critical feelings with greater understanding and compassion. This can involve noticing emotional triggers, exploring the roots of guilt and shame, and gradually cultivating a kinder, more accepting relationship with yourself and your experiences.
Developing Shame Resilience
ABOUT US
Why Work With
Rise & Shine Counselling & Wellness
"Where healing turns into growth, and growth turns into joy."
So often, we know deep down what we need to feel fulfilled, but something gets in the way. We fall into patterns that no longer serve us, in our relationships, our work, or how we care for ourselves. Over time, those habits quietly shape our days, and our days become our lives.
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At Rise & Shine Counselling & Wellness, we believe that change is always possible. With the right support, you can break free from old cycles, reconnect with what truly matters, and start living in alignment with your values and goals.
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We’re inspired by the idea that growth isn’t about becoming someone new. Rather, it’s about uncovering who you’ve been all along. Together, we’ll help you rediscover your confidence, resilience, and sense of purpose so you can rise into a life that feels grounded, intentional, and full of possibility.
CYNTHIA CROWLEY
Owner/Founder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
At Rise & Shine, we believe counselling should be:
COMPASSIONATE
Support that feels kind, steady, and attuned to your needs, especially when life feels uncertain.
EMPOWERING
We help you reconnect with your inner strength and move toward the life you want with confidence and clarity.
INCLUSIVE
We honour every identity, background, and experience. Your story matters, and it belongs here.
Meet a Counsellor Today
At Rise & Shine Counselling & Wellness in Vancouver, we’re here to help you through the tough days and celebrate the good ones. Connect with one of our counsellors today. You don’t have to do this alone.
