Father’s Day can mean so many different things to different people.

For some, it’s a day of celebration. For others, it’s a day that brings grief, longing, or complicated emotions.
So today, we’re sending love to everyone navigating this day whatever it looks like for you. You are seen. You are valued. You are not alone.

💙 Those who lost their dad
💙 Those who lost their child
💙 Those longing to be a dad
💙 Single fathers
💙 Dads going through a hard time
💙 Father figures & mentors
💙 Amazing stepdads who love like their own
💙 Those with strained relationships with their dad
💙 New dads finding their way

Because fatherhood comes in many forms and every one deserves to be acknowledged.

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When 2 worlds collide…CAS and divorce. We had such a great time catching up with @michellelewismediation ❤️ ...

Summer & Therapy: To Pause or Not to Pause?

It’s common for clients to take a break from therapy in the summer as schedules shift, vacations pop up, and life feels lighter. But here’s the thing…

Summer is actually a great time to keep going.

Here’s why:
⛱️More flexibility - more time to reflect and integrate
⛱️Fewer daily stressors - space for deeper work
⛱️Big feelings still show up - especially around parenting, transitions, or relationships
⛱️Maintaining momentum can prevent regression in the fall. Yes, rest and play are important, and therapy can co-exist with both.

So if you’re debating a break, check in with yourself:

❓Is this a pause for rest or avoidance?
❓Will taking a break serve your goals or stall them?

Therapy doesn’t always have to be heavy. It can also be your anchor in the calm.

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Summer break can be a beautiful time for kids, campfires, beach days, and late bedtimes. But for co-parents, it can also bring stress, confusion, and last-minute scrambling.

The key to a smoother summer is planning ahead and getting on the same page before the chaos starts. Whether you co-parent cooperatively or parallel-parent with limited contact, clear expectations reduce conflict and protect your kids from being caught in the middle.

Here are 7 things to talk about now to keep summer stress-free:
😎Camps & Activities
Who’s registering? Who’s paying? Who’s doing drop-off/pick-up?
😎Vacation Time
Confirm dates early, share travel details, and follow your agreement (or revise it respectfully).
😎Special Days
Coordinate birthdays, long weekends, and family events. Don’t assume.
😎Transitions
Set clear pickup/drop-off times and locations. Routine helps kids feel secure.
😎Expenses
Talk about the “extras” sunscreen, gear, day trips, spending money. Avoid surprise costs.
😎Communication
Keep it short, neutral, and organized. Use email, shared calendars, or co-parenting apps.
😎Keep Kids Out of It
They’re not messengers. They don’t need to hear the conflict. Let them enjoy just being kids.

You don’t have to agree on everything, but you do need a plan. When parents manage the logistics, kids get the gift of a summer filled with joy, not tension. Plan ahead. Keep it kid-focused.

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Hello June.

A new month, a new page.
June invites us to slow down, soak up the light, and reflect on how far we’ve come, personally, professionally, and emotionally.

Whether you’re riding a wave of momentum or just barely staying afloat, this is your reminder: growth doesn’t always look loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Steady. Still happening.

Here’s to boundaries, breakthroughs, and fresh starts. Let June be gentle but powerful.

#HelloJune #NewMonthEnergy #TherapistThoughts #FreshStart #ReflectResetReconnect #RiseUpCounselling
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Before you look forward, before you vision board, rebrand, or plan your “next chapter” you have to look back.

Not to get stuck there. Not to relive the pain. But to understand how it shaped you. What you learned. What you lost. What parts of you are still carrying the weight.
Because if you skip the reflection, you end up repeating the pattern.

Healing isn’t just about what’s next. It is also about what was.
So before you move forward, pause. Look back, just long enough to gather the pieces you’re bringing with you.
That’s where real change begins.

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Prom night is a milestone for your teen, a celebration of their journey and achievements. But for divorced parents in high-conflict situations, it can also be a source of stress and tension. Here’s how to navigate the complexities with grace and focus:

🎉Establish Clear Expectations.
🎉Curfew. Agree on a reasonable time your teen should be home.
🎉Transportation. Decide who will be responsible for driving, arranging rides or paying for it.
🎉After-Parties. Discuss which events are acceptable and set boundaries accordingly.
🎉Communicate Directly with Your Teen. If direct communication with your co-parent is challenging, ensure your teen understands the expectations from both households. Provide them with the tools and confidence to make safe choices.
🎉Keep the Focus on Your Teen and Keep It Documented. Prom is their moment, not a battleground for unresolved issues. If tensions with your ex are high, consider putting agreements in writing whether that’s via co-parenting apps, texts, or email to avoid last minute confusion. The more clarity and consistency your teen sees, the more secure they’ll feel. Your calm presence and support will mean more than any limo or outfit.

Prom is one night. But how we show up for our kids during these big moments? That sticks with them forever

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We’ve had some new faces around here lately, so we wanted to take a moment to (re)introduce ourselves.
We’re Rise Up Counselling—a therapeutic practice that specializes in separation and divorce. We support individuals, co-parents and families through some of life’s most challenging transitions.

Our services include:
💙Individual therapy (children & adults)
💙Co-parenting counselling
💙Family & reunification therapy
💙Parent coaching
💙Voice of the Child reports
💙Therapeutic supervised visits
… and more.

We believe in helping families rise up—through compassion, clarity, and connection. Thanks for being here. We’re so glad to have you in this space.

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Even when the legal documents are signed and you’re living separate lives, unresolved conflict keeps you emotionally tied to each other in ways you may not realize.

Your brain and body still react — the tension, the racing heart, the anger or fear — as if you’re still living inside the relationship.

Conflict becomes a habit that your nervous system holds onto: preparing for the next attack, the next misunderstanding, the next hurt. This ongoing stress response drains your emotional energy, fuels resentment, and makes healing feel impossible. It keeps you tethered to pain rather than to possibility.
Letting go of conflict — or learning to manage it differently — isn’t just about making things easier with your ex. It’s about reclaiming your peace, your health, and your future.

Freedom from the relationship is only real when you’re also free from the patterns of conflict that live inside you.

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When parenting styles clash in co-parenting, it’s not just what you’re parenting about—it’s how. And when two homes have very different styles, kids feel the tension. Maybe one parent is authoritarian, enforcing strict rules, while the other is permissive and avoids conflict, leading to constant arguments about being too harsh or too soft. Maybe one parent is authoritative, setting firm but loving boundaries, while the other is disengaged and emotionally checked out, leaving one parent carrying the emotional weight alone. Maybe one says yes to everything, while the other enforces limits, making one home feel like a free-for-all and the other like “the mean house.” Or maybe one parent is uninvolved, while the other is overly strict, leaving kids either ignored or micromanaged. When parenting styles clash, the kids get caught in the crossfire.

What helps?

✨Establish shared goals (e.g., raising kind, respectful, resilient kids—even if your approaches differ)
✨Respect differences unless there’s a safety concern
✨Create a co-parenting plan that outlines expectations and boundaries
✨Avoid criticizing the other parent in front of the child
✨Use a mediator or co-parenting coach if the conflict is ongoing

Different styles don’t have to lead to conflict, but awareness, respect, and communication are key. You don’t have to parent the same, but you do need to keep the child at the center.

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