The festive season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and celebration. For some, it is but for many others, Christmas can bring feelings of stress, sadness, loneliness, or emotional overwhelm.As counsellors, we see this every year — people silently struggling under the weight of expectations, memories, and emotional triggers that surface during this time of year. If that’s you, please know that you're not alone, and your feelings are valid.