Amanda Dawn YoungMC, LCT, CCC

I just published a new blog about avoidance and why it can feel safer than facing the hard stuff. If you have ever delayed a task until it feels overwhelming or found yourself shutting down when something matters, this one might speak to you. You can read on my website here 👉 https://www.amandayoungcounselling.com/blog/when-avoidance-feels-safer #mentalhealth #anxietyhelp #traumainformed #therapyworks #mentalhealthsupport #healingjourney #counsellingservices #selfawareness #emotionalhealth #mentalwellness #mindbodyconnection #newbrunswicktherapy

We're all laughing at the Easter Bunny on the therapy couch. But honestly? How many of us belong right there next to him. The people who give the most are usually hurting the most quietly. I learned that firsthand. Young mom. Full-time job. University at the same time. Giving everything to everyone and wondering why I was running on fumes. Nobody tells you that you can't keep pouring from an empty cup. You just find out the hard way. And a lot of people are finding that out right now. Sitting at the Easter table. Smiling. Passing the ham. Feeling completely alone inside. If that's you, here's what I want you to know. The answers you're looking for? They're already inside you. My job is just to help you find them. I'm Amanda, a Licensed Counselling Therapist based in Saint John, NB. I work with people 13+ navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. And yes, I take humour seriously as part of the process. 🐰 I direct bill most major insurance providers so there's zero paperwork stress on your end. Send me a message here on Facebook or book your first session directly at www.amandayoungcounselling.com The Easter Bunny finally asked for help. Maybe it's your turn. 💙 #SaintJohnTherapist #NewBrunswickCounselling #TraumaHealingNB #EmotionalWellnessNB #MentalHealthSaintJohn #CBTNBTherapist #HealingJourneyNB #ChildhoodTraumaNB #SelfEmpowermentNB #AnxietySupportNB #RelationshipHealingNB #OnlineTherapyCanada #MentalHealthSupportNB #TherapistSaintJohn

Sometimes it’s not the big moments that shape us most. It’s the quiet ones. The times you felt unseen. The times your feelings were dismissed. The moments you learned to stay small just to keep the peace. ❤️ You grow up, life moves on… but something still feels off. You overthink what you said. You question how others feel about you. You try to be everything for everyone, yet still feel like it’s not enough. This isn’t random. It’s what happens when your nervous system learned early on that safety meant adapting, pleasing, or staying guarded. Those patterns were protective once. They helped you get through. But now, they might be the very thing holding you back. Keeping you stuck in cycles that feel familiar… even when they hurt. There is nothing wrong with you.. There is something that happened to you. 🕊️ And the good news is, what was learned can be gently unlearned. With the right support, you can begin to understand your patterns instead of fighting them. You can start to feel safe in ways you never have before. You can build relationships that don’t require you to lose yourself. Healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about finally feeling like yourself. 🌱 If you’re ready to explore that, you don’t have to do it alone. I offer direct billing to most major insurance providers, so you can focus on your well-being without the added stress of paperwork. 💬 Send me a message here on Facebook, or book your session directly at www.amandayoungcounselling.com . #SaintJohnTherapist #NewBrunswickCounselling #TraumaHealingNB #EmotionalWellnessNB #MentalHealthSaintJohn #CBTNBTherapist #HealingJourneyNB #ChildhoodTraumaNB #SelfEmpowermentNB #AnxietySupportNB #RelationshipHealingNB #OnlineTherapyCanada #MentalHealthSupportNB #TherapistSaintJohn

Sometimes anxiety shows up without warning.. No clear trigger. No obvious reason. Just a tight chest, racing thoughts, and that feeling like something isn’t right. When that happens, your goal isn’t to “fix everything.” It’s to regulate your body first. Here are three simple ways to do that.. 1. Cold Reset Splash cold water on your face or hold something cold in your hands. This can quickly interrupt the stress response and bring you back into your body 2. Name What’s Happening Say it clearly to yourself: “This is anxiety.” Not danger. Not truth. Just anxiety. Naming it helps reduce its power 3. Slow One Thing Down Pick one small action and do it slowly.. drink water, walk, or even just breathe. Slowing your body helps slow your mind Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it’s not permanent. It passes. And you can learn how to move through it. If anxiety is something you deal with often, you don’t have to manage it alone. I work with teens and adults in Saint John, NB, and online, helping you build real tools to feel more in control. You can book a session with me here 👉 www.amandayoungcounselling.com Even small moments of calm matter 🤍 #SaintJohnNB #SaintJohnNewBrunswick #NewBrunswickCanada #MentalHealthSaintJohn #TherapySaintJohn #CounsellingSaintJohn #SaintJohnTherapist #NBMentalHealth #AnxietyHelpNB #AnxietySupportSaintJohn #CounsellingNB #TherapistNewBrunswick #SaintJohnWellness #NBWellness #SaintJohnCounselling #MentalHealthNB #AnxietySupport #StressRelief #MindfulnessNB #TherapyTools #CalmMind #WellnessNB #AmandaYoungCounselling

A lot of people delay therapy because they don’t know what to say. You don’t need a script. You don’t need to explain everything perfectly. You can show up confused, overwhelmed, or unsure. That’s where we begin... together, at your pace. If you’ve been thinking about starting, you’re welcome to message me anytime to see if we’d be a good fit. Or you can book a session with me @ amandayoungcounselling.com #SaintJohnNB #SaintJohnCounselling #SaintJohnTherapist #NewBrunswickMentalHealth #SaintJohnWellness #NBWellness #SaintJohnSupport #MentalHealthSaintJohn #CounsellingSaintJohn #TherapySaintJohn #SaintJohnCommunity #NewBrunswickTherapy #SaintJohnAnxietySupport #SaintJohnMentalHealth

🚀 I’m so excited to share that my new website is live! www.amandayoungcounselling.com has undergone a complete overhaul, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. It’s modern, clean, and mobile-friendly, making it easier than ever to find support and book a session. Take a look on your phone or computer and let me know what you think! I hope it makes connecting and getting support simple and welcoming for everyone. 💛 - Amanda #AmandaYoungCounselling #SaintJohnNB #SaintJohnTherapist #MentalHealthNB #CounsellingSaintJohn #WellnessNB #MentalWellnessSaintJohn #TherapySupportNB #MindHealthNB #LocalSupportSaintJohn #NBWellbeing #SelfCareNB #SaintJohnCounselling #NBHealing

Sometimes you finally say no to something you don’t want to do.. like helping a friend move on the weekend or staying late when you’re already exhausted.. You might expect to feel relief. Instead, you feel anxious. Heavy. Guilty. This is normal. When you set a boundary for the first time, your nervous system doesn’t immediately register safety. If you’re used to overextending yourself or keeping everyone happy, your body can react as if something is wrong.. even when it isn’t. That wave of guilt doesn’t mean your choice was wrong. It’s often just your body learning that you can still be safe while choosing yourself. If you notice that guilt, pause and ask.. Is this guilt about actually harming someone, or about disappointing them? There’s a difference. It takes time for your system to adjust. You are allowed to learn a new way of relating to people. Small steps count.. and each one matters. #traumainformed #mentalhealthsupport #anxietyrelief #depressionhelp #selfcaretips #boundariesmatter #peoplepleasingrecovery #healingjourney #cbttools #mindfulnesspractice #emotionalwellness #selfesteemboost #therapyforadults #mentalhealthawareness

Do you ever feel like caring for everyone else leaves your own energy running empty? 💭💔 I wrote about the quiet burnout that caregivers, parents, and supportive friends in Saint John and beyond often face. In the blog, I share practical ways to protect your energy, set healthy boundaries, and care for yourself without guilt. You can read it on my website @ www.amandayoungcounselling.com Link in bio! #SaintJohnNB #MentalHealthSaintJohn #SelfCareNB #CaregiverSupportNB #WellBeingNewBrunswick #MindfulnessSaintJohn #BoundariesMatter #StressReliefNB #MentalHealthSupportNB #SelfCareTipsNB #HealingNewBrunswick #EnergyManagementNB