Dr. Michael Sorsdahl brings over 15 years of experience in both group and individual counselling/psychotherapy, focusing on helping individuals of all walks of life overcome mental health challenges, transitioning into inspired career/life balanced living. “I am invested in providing you an experience designed uniquely for you, allowing us to create a complimentary plan to achieve your desired results. Highly experienced in PTSD/trauma therapy, military culture, couples, career counselling, LGBTQ+ and Men’s Issues, I believe my integrated and holistic approach will provide you with the greatest chance of success. Together we will move forward to new areas of understandings in life and healthy living.

We are exposed to noise on a daily basis that can contribute to hearing loss. The risk of damaging your hearing increases with the sound intensity which is measured in decibels (dB) rather than the loudness of the sound. Examples of everyday activities, and their corresponding decibel levels • Normal conversation – 60 dB • City traffic (from inside car)-80-85 dB • Listening to music on your smartphone, especially at maximum volume-105–110 dB • Standing beside/near sirens-120 dB. Noise above 85 dB over a prolonged period may start to damage your hearing. Learn how to protect your hearing health!

Acupuncture, best known for its ability and effectiveness to treat pain, releases endorphin levels and diminishes the nervous system’s pain response while increasing circulation to the affected area. It can also decrease inflammation and swelling, relax muscles and stops muscle spasms. Acupuncture can effectively treat the following pain conditions: Arthritis, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Sciatica, Headaches, Fibromyalgia, Sprains, Tennis/Golfers Elbow, Knee Pain, Joint Pain, Frozen Shoulder, Carpal Tunnel, and more! If you have suffered from a sports or work related injury, and would like to book an appointment, please contact us!

Everything about you is controlled by your brain; what you think, feel, smell, see and how you move. Reconstructing life after an acquired brain injury takes hard work and commitment. At Cowichan Brain Injury peers provide hope to peers. Everyone participates to help rewire the brain. Neurons that fire together, wire together. Neuroplasticity happens by new experiences, new knowledge, a positive attitude, lots of humor, repetitions and consistency. We are optimistic that there are no limits to recovery, but allow for the largest opportunity for the highest level of recovery. Drop-In meetings, Monday to Friday, from 11 – 1 pm, 5814 Bank Road, Duncan.

In hot weather, staying extra hydrated is vitally important for your well-being! Your water requirement depend on your size, activity level, diet, caffeine consumption, and exposure to warmer weather and sun. Start your day with 2 glasses of water and keep a water bottle with you in the car and when you go out. Aim for about 2.5 to 3 litres per day. Drink more if you feel hot and dry, have a headache or muscle cramps or are feeling unwell. Eating raw fruit and vegetables and drinking herbal tea also helps you be sufficiently hydrated. Try adding a pinch of sea salt to your water bottle as a natural electrolyte.

Are your dentures irritating your gums? If your dentures do not fit properly, they can chafe the gums, causing irritation. Tissue irritation can make your dentures so uncomfortable, it’s practically impossible to wear them because of the pain. Practice good oral hygiene habits. Remove your dentures every night and use a soft-bristled brush to brush your gums, tongue, cheeks, and the roof of your mouth. Maintain regular checkups with your denturist and if your dentures become loose, have them looked at as soon as possible. Loose dentures can cause irritation that can lead to sores and infection.

Do you ever count how many times you chew your food before you swallow? If no, try it! Eating slowly is a massive part of a healthy diet even if the food you are eating isn’t classified as “healthy”. Why? Chewing allows your teeth and saliva to begin digestion so you can use the nutrients from the food to fuel your body. Eating slowly also helps to ease bloating and digestive problems, increases enjoyment, and helps you to avoid overeating. If you currently take 3-5 chews aim for 8-10 and build your way up to 20-30 overtime. Happy slow eating!

Today we want to know what’s inside our skin care products and there is a huge demand for safe, natural beauty products. The term organic refers to something that was produced without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, GMOs, sewage, ionizing radiation, as well as antibiotics and growth hormones. Natural means something that originally “existed in” or was “derived from” nature. When looking for skin care chose those made from natural organic ingredients and are free from Parabens, Phthalates, Sulfates, PEG compounds, Petrochemicals & Mineral Oils, Ethoxylated Ingredients, as well as Synthetic Fragrances & Colors.