Treehouse Therapy

09/03/2026

We all experience times of change, these are some of the tips and tricks from the Treehouse team to support you in the shift from summer to fall.

📅 Practice one week - when your routines change - whether it is back to school or seasonal work ending, or pivoting away from summer activities - it can be helpful to practice what that change could look like before it happens.

🤝 Work together - change can be overwhelming, and everyone can need something different. Take time with those around you to collaborate during routine changes. For kids, this could look like putting up a "back to school" visual schedule. For adults, it could be talking about each other's expectations for when change happens. Keeping communication and connection can ground you in the shared experience of change.

🎒 Build a "Drop Spot" - having a place where you can consistently put your laptop bag, backpack, shoes, lunch, and outer wear can build a mental break or "off switch" when you're coming home from a busy day.

💚 Focus on what stays the same - if you're feeling anxious about upcoming change, it can help to look at what's not changing to help bring awareness to simple routines that feel steady and grounding.

👀 Visualize success - think about your plans and routine going well, and then reflect on what you need to do to make it happen. Is it a consistent bedtime routine for yourself or your family? Is it preparing lunches and snacks in advance?

⚖ Find a balance - there will be things you need to do, things you can choose to do, and things you can let go of help adjust to new routines and maintain balance in your schedule.

🖍 Get organized in a way that works for you - make lists, plan what you can in advance, reflect on what is - and is not - a priority during this season.

08/27/2026

Try out one (or all!) of these seven strategies for self-care to support your nervous system through this time of year, as seasons shift from summer to fall.

😌 Breathwork - try out a slow inhale and a slow exhale. Learn a new technique: draw your breath. Take a piece of scrap paper and a pencil or pen, and as you inhale slowly let the pencil move across the paper, continuing as you exhale to draw across the page in any way you want.

🍎Nourishing food - enjoying food that fuels your body is important to support you through summer adventures. Packing food you enjoy that balances the "yum factor" with nutrition on the go can help fuel the adventures!

🚶‍♀️Movement - try an exercise snack! A 2-minute stretch while you make your morning coffee, stretching your calves while you're sitting at your desk, or a 5-10 minute walk adds movement moments to boost your mood during busy days.

🌲Sensory friendly space - sitting next to water can be incredibly soothing, a lake, the ocean, or a river; taking a moment to close your eyes and block out the sun can offer reprieve; or heading to a quiet indoor, air-conditioned space like the library can offer needed sensory breaks for those who need it.

🌙Mindfulness - in times of change you might have different needs than your loved ones, paying attention to your mind and body can help you tune in to your needs, connect with those around you, and reduce overwhelm.

💙 Self compassion - building a new routine can take time for you and those around you. If you can, start routine changes before you need them and check in with yourself - what's going well? What do I need to change to support myself and those around me?

💡Drop the rope - if you have a lot of tasks on your plate, check-in with yourself. What's important? What can wait? Is there something you can take off your plate, even if for a moment to give yourself some needed time or extra capacity?

08/23/2026

Do you notice how you feel during the transition from summer to fall? For some, it's "Back to School" season, for others it's the wind down of seasonal work, and some it's a continuation of some routines while adapting to cooler temperatures and less daylight for adventure. August can feel like a pull between two worlds - anticipating a change but still soaking up the summer weather and adventures. Some people look forward to this shift, others can feel apprehensive.

We've put together a series that can help ease you through this changes of seasons. From self-care ideas to tips and tricks, we are here to offer support and strategies to handle this time with ease.

07/15/2026

Recently we have added the beautiful paintings by local artist Caroline Stanley. Caroline's work brightens the office space and features stunning coastal trees. She also does pet portraits! 🐾 We are so grateful to have Caroline's art at Treehouse Therapy. Check out more of her work

🎨 Know an artist who wants to share their work? Get in touch with us by email: [email protected]

07/07/2026

At Treehouse Therapy we are so grateful to feature local artist Jo Payne in our offices and hallways! Jo is local to the Comox Valley and features beautiful landscapes inspired by the Pacific Northwest and her childhood in the English countryside. Jo's work brings warmth and grounding energy to our space. Check out more of her work at .payne.art

🎨Know an artist who wants to share their work? Get in touch with us by email: [email protected]

07/02/2026

Our very first Youth Venture Camp starts July 28-July 31st. Know someone ages 9-12 who wants to build confidence, connect with others their age, and celebrate their strengths in a safe, fun and collaborative environment? Youth Venture aims to meet youth where they are at and build resilience all while supporting growth and creativity.

Camp is at Treehouse Therapy for Tuesday and Wednesday so youth can get to know each other and their counsellor, and then move to the beautiful Filberg Park for Thursday and Friday for more outdoorsy fun.

Book through our website or contact us [email protected] for more information.

06/27/2026

Treehouse Therapy is so excited to offer summer camps starting next week! Our Train Your Dragon Camp registration is CLOSED. We still have space in "Magical Creatures" July 6-10 and in "Finding Fun" July 13-17.

Camps will start off on Monday and Tuesday at our clinic so kids can get to know each other and their counsellor, and then move to the beautiful Filberg Park for Wednesday to Friday for more outdoorsy fun.

Book through our website or contact us [email protected] for more information.

06/10/2026

Just a reminder to book your spot.

And if you know a family whose child might love this? Please forward this along. 💚

📅 Six themed weeks · Ages 5–9 · Mon–Fri 8:30–12:30
📍 Comox Valley · Max 6 kids per group · Therapist-led
💻 treehousetherapy.janeapp.com
📞 778-647-2440 · [email protected]

Still have questions, Helen offers free phone or video consultation to answer any questions you have about the camp and determine if its the right fit for your kiddo and family. Book a consult in her calendar or give the office a call.

06/02/2026

No fixing. Just growing.

Youth Camp is a four-day summer camp for children ages 9–12 — designed for kids who feel things deeply, think differently, and are ready to find out what they're capable of.

This isn't a regular camp. It's a small group of 6, led by a therapist who genuinely understands this age group. Over four mornings, children will move, create, connect, and build skills they'll carry well beyond the summer.

Designed especially for children who:
→ Are anxious or socially hesitant
→ Find big groups overwhelming
→ Struggle with confidence or belonging
→ Are highly sensitive or neurodiverse
→ Feel things deeply and need a space that gets them

What children leave with:
✅ A stronger sense of who they are
✅ Real tools for the moments that feel hard
✅ Connection with peers who actually get it
✅ The experience of being accepted exactly as they are — while discovering they can grow

📅 July 28–31 · 8:30am–12:30pm
📍 Ages 9–12 · Max 6 kids · Comox Valley
💻 Book online at treehousetherapy.janeapp.com
📞 778-647-2440 · [email protected]

Accessible mental health services for all. We provide counselling and therapy to people of all ages, background, orientations, and abilities. We provide convenient hours, offer sliding scale, in-person and at-a-distance sessions. Book online now.

05/16/2026

We have heard you CV Families - by popular request we are busy creating youth summer camps. Stay tuned.