Finding Balance: Work and Life for The Trades in BC
Life in the trades takes grit—long shifts, out-of-town jobs, and the heavy weight of providing for your family. But when work starts to crowd out everything else, it’s easy to forget who and what you’re really working for. In this post, Nimble Counselling’s Olivia Robillard explores the realities of balance in the trades, why it matters, and how counselling (including online options) can help tradespeople in BC protect both their work and their lives outside of it.
Hospitality and Mental Health: Understanding the Service Industry's Unique Challenges
Hospitality is fast-paced, demanding, and often emotionally draining—but support is possible. In this blog, counsellor (and former hospitality worker) Alex Henderson explores the unique mental health challenges of the service industry. From burnout and emotional exhaustion to addiction and anxiety, we break down the impact of hospitality work and offer tools for resilience, self-care, and emotional regulation. Whether you're working in Vancouver's restaurant scene or in a resort town like Whistler or Squamish, therapy can help you stay grounded. Learn how counselling—online across BC or in person in downtown Vancouver—can support hospitality workers in building sustainable, balanced lives.