Rod Chant Counselling

When we talk about relationships, whether with a partner, family member, or close friend, there’s often an unspoken dynamic that can quietly shape how we interact. One such dynamic is enabler behaviour. It’s a tricky thing to spot and even trickier to address. I’ve seen it in many forms, and I want to share some insights on handling enabler behaviour effectively. This isn’t about blame or shame. It’s about understanding, compassion, and growth. Understanding Enabler Behaviour

Anger is a powerful emotion. It can surge through us like a storm, leaving behind wreckage if we’re not careful. I’ve been there myself - feeling that heat rise, the pulse quicken, and the words ready to burst out before I even think. It’s tough to manage, but it’s not impossible. That’s why I want to talk about something that’s helped me and many others: anger control classes in Vancouver. Why Anger Counselling Makes a Difference Living with anger that feels out of control c

Relationships are beautiful, complex, and sometimes downright challenging. I’ve been there, feeling the weight of misunderstandings, the sting of unmet expectations, and the quiet distance that can grow between two people who once felt so close. But here’s the thing - challenges in relationships aren’t signs of failure. They’re opportunities. Opportunities to grow, to understand, and to deepen the connection in ways we might never have imagined. Let’s talk about how to naviga

When life feels overwhelming, confusing, or just plain tough, reaching out for help can be one of the bravest things we do. I’ve found that exploring counselling services in Campbell River and Comox Valley opens up a world of support, understanding, and healing. Whether you’re navigating personal struggles, relationship challenges, or family dynamics, therapy can be a gentle guide through the storm. Let me share what I’ve learned about the therapy options in Campbell River an

He's a Narcissist, she's a Narcissist, my Father is a Narcissist, my Mother-in-law is a Narcissist, and so on. The word is the new "IT"...

Our Brain has a great memory storage system. The "storage system" is basically a collection of information drawn from experiences to...

Any Anger Management program will explain that anger itself is normal. What anger (and any emotion) is, is information. Anger itself is telling us that we don't like what we're experiencing and we might have to do something about it.

When we hear the word Intimacy we more often than not think of physical and sexual intimacy. If we think in terms of true "heart felt " connection it can mean so much more.

Good communication and listening brings a sense of connection, of caring and therefore security. Its therefore no wonder that this skill is so valued and therefore critiqued, when relationship issues arise.

Your counsellor will introduce themselves and then begin with a discussion around what your needs are what your goals of counselling are. You decide what what you want from the sessions and what is discussed.

As of February 2020 my primary office will be my Campbell River Counselling site at Suite B - 625 11th Avenue. I will still make myself...

If you or someone you care about needs the support of a Professional Counsellor who has experience surviving these life changing events, give me a call.

Grief and loss can be about any loss that has deep meaning for you; the loss of a relationship (including a friendship); the sense of loss when your youngest child leaves home as they head into adulthood; retirement or the loss of any long valued job; the loss of mobility as we get older.

Dealing with feeling stress at tax time can be a challenging experience. As the deadline for filing taxes approaches, it is common for...

It's Tax Season and for some of us there's a question of "how did we get here (financially)?" Not surprisingly money issues rank up there...

To deeply connect with our significant other with have to feel safe. We have to be able to open up and discuss heart felt matters. We need our partners to hear and acknowledge our thoughts and emotions. It therefore has to feel safe. Safe means free from judgement, condemnation, criticism, dismissiveness, and ultimately free from feeling shamed by our partners.

Are you being subjected to Emotional Abuse? Physical abuse is relatively clearly defined, an aggressive form of physical contact with the intent to control and/or harm another without their consent. Emotional abuse can be more subtle.

An enabler, by their response actually encourages and/or supports the poor choices by directly or indirectly rewarding the person who is acting out (addictions, aggression, inaction).

In my capacity as a Clinical Counsellor I have been working in support of Residential School Survivors in their healing process, for...

So often I get referral from the Courts or Probation with the expectation the client receive anger management. It's become a bit of a...