WELCOME BROOKE!

PLEASE WELCOME BROOKE GUTHRIE RSW APTT-C TO THE QUARRESS ADDICTION SERVICES TEAM! My name is Brooke Guthrie (she/her) and I live, work, and play on the traditional unceded territory of the Coast Salish people here in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island. I have been working as a registered social worker with families experiencing family of origin trauma, […]

Moral Injury Explained

Understanding Moral Injury: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments Introduction: What is Moral Injury and How Does it Occur? Moral injury is a psychological and spiritual wound caused by an individual’s violation of their own moral code. It can occur when someone does something that goes against their own values, beliefs, or sense of right and wrong. […]

Shame Reduction Through Self Compassion

Overcome Shame and Build Self-Confidence Through Self-Compassion What is Shame and How Does it Affect Us? Shame is a powerful emotion that can have a significant impact on our lives. It is an emotion that we all experience – whether it be from a mistake we made, an embarrassing moment, or even from being judged […]

Gaslighting

Signs You May Be a Victim of Gaslighting and How to Protect Yourself Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that can have devastating effects on an individual’s mental health and self-esteem. It is a subtle form of emotional abuse that can go unnoticed, leaving victims feeling confused, isolated, and powerless. Gaslighters use various tactics […]