
🧪 How Animal-Assisted Therapy Works: The Science Behind Oliver
Oliver, the therapy dog at Cinnamon Counselling, resting peacefully with his eyes closed on a grey couch, symbolizing calm and comfort in the counselling space.

🐾 What to Expect in a Therapy Session with Oliver, Our Therapy Dog
Oliver, the therapy dog at Cinnamon Counselling in Vancouver, looking directly at the camera with warm brown eyes and a gentle expression, symbolizing comfort and calm in counselling sessions.

Therapy Intensives: A Faster Path to Change
Skip months of weekly sessions. Our Vancouver couples counselling intensives give you uninterrupted time to heal, repair, and strengthen your relationship.

The 3 Phases of Love (and How to Navigate Them Like a Pro)
Every love story has phases—and they’re not always easy. From the honeymoon high to the trust-testing stage to deep, lasting connection, learn how to navigate the 3 stages of love without losing the spark.

the 3 paths of clarity coaching
Not sure where your relationship is headed? In our latest blog, we break down the 3 paths couples face in Clarity Coaching: staying the same, separating, or fully committing to change. Whether you're the leaning in or leaning out partner, gaining clarity can be the first step toward a confident decision.

unresolvable conflicts in romantic relationships
Navigating political differences in a relationship can be challenging, especially when emotions run high. Research shows that most couples face unresolvable conflicts, but the key to a strong relationship isn’t agreement—it’s understanding. By embracing curiosity and adapting to each other’s perspectives, you and your partner can deepen your bond, even if you never see eye to eye on politics.

what are perpetual issues?
Perpetual relationship issues stem from core differences in personality and lifestyle needs. From finances and household chores to emotional expressiveness and intimacy, these recurring conflicts require adaptation and open communication. Discover common gridlocked issues and how to navigate them effectively

Clarity Coaching helps you figure your relationship out
Many of us have asked ourselves the question of whether to stay or go when in a relationship. When it’s good, it’s really good, but when it’s bad, it’s unbearable. What to do when it comes to relationship advice???
Clarity Coaching, also known as Discernment Counselling, is a special, brief type of therapy for couples who aren’t sure whether they want to stay together or break-up.

when you screw up and hurt your partner: how not to fix It
I’ve noticed a trend among couples. When one partner royally screws up – let’s say they cheat, or their porn stash is discovered, or they’ve secretly spent thousands of dollars using a joint credit card – there seem to be two main ways that partner deals with their betrayal.

10 risks of therapy
A lot of people are talking about therapy these days. Maybe you’ve heard a friend, or a co-worker, or even a stand-up comedian mention they’re in therapy. You might be thinking, geez, maybe I should give it a try…

