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Pregnancy & Postpartum Counselling

Emotionally, you might experience a range of intense feelings, from joy and love to anxiety and frustration.

The demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and caring for a newborn can lead to significant physical exhaustion. Sleep deprivation, recovery from childbirth (whether natural or C-section), and the physical toll of breastfeeding or bottle-feeding frequently interrupt rest. This constant fatigue can make even simple daily tasks feel overwhelming and can affect your ability to enjoy motherhood fully.

Physical exhaustion from sleep deprivation and recovery from childbirth, coupled with the emotional strain of hormonal changes and societal expectations, can lead to feelings of inadequacy and guilt.

The lack of a strong support network often exacerbates feelings of isolation, and without sufficient help from a partner, the burden of childcare and household responsibilities can become overwhelming.

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If you are struggling with pregnancy anxiety, postpartum depression, perinatal or infancy grief, healing from a traumatic birth experience or adjusting to pregnancy or a new baby, our experienced and nurturing therapists are here to help.

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Motherhood is a journey that should be nurtured with understanding and care. Our counselling services provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express your feelings and fears openly. We validate your experiences and empower you with the tools to navigate this beautiful yet demanding phase of life.

Navigating the journey of motherhood, whether it’s your first baby or your sixth, is a profound experience filled with joy, challenges, and countless changes. At Creating Connection, we understand the unique emotional, physical, and mental demands you face during this transformative time. We are here to offer you the compassionate support you deserve.

Feel the difference our dedicated, accepting, and nurturing approach can make in your life. Your well-being and your baby’s future are worth it.

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Treatment for Pregnancy Anxiety and Postpartum Depression

You deserve to feel supported, understood, and empowered during this incredible journey. Let us help you embrace motherhood with confidence and peace. Schedule a free consultation today and discover how our counselling services can transform your experience.

Benefits of counselling support:

  • Emotional Support and Validation: Share your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. Our counsellors listen and provide the validation you need, helping to reduce feelings of inadequacy and guilt.
  • Coping Strategies and Stress Management: Learn effective techniques to manage stress and cope with the demands of motherhood. From mindfulness practices to relaxation exercises, we equip you with tools to enhance your emotional well-being.
  • Strengthening Relationships: Improve communication and strengthen your support network. We help you foster a collaborative relationship with your partner and build a reliable support system to alleviate the sense of isolation.
  • Balancing Identity and Career: Discover how to balance your personal identity with your role as a mother. We guide you in setting realistic goals and creating plans to pursue your interests and career aspirations.
  • Enhancing Overall Well-being: Prioritize your health with our holistic approach. We encourage self-care practices that contribute to your physical and mental well-being, ensuring you are well-equipped to care for your child.
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The Caregivers Role in Child Therapy

Authored by Kelly Lamothe, MSW, RSW

Generally, children are not in therapy because they’ve requested it, rather, their caregiver, medical professional, or school has recommended they attend. Here are essential insights for caregivers to bear in mind during their child’s therapeutic journey.

Navigating the Start of Therapy
Before the first appointment, it can be helpful to prepare the child by explaining to them what they are about to do and what to expect. Offering ample reassurance, framing therapy as a positive and exciting experience, and creating positive associations can significantly enhance the child’s willingness to engage. Positive associations go a long way for helping the child enjoy and be willing to attend therapy. Pair a therapy session with a fun activity afterwards, such as allowing them a special treat or activity.

Creating a Positive Therapeutic Environment
Therapy doesn’t have to come with the same dread as going to get a cavity filled at the dentists. Therapists are committed to making the experience engaging and fun through activities like games, positive reinforcement, and creative expressions like playing with toys or art. Importantly, therapists respect a child’s comfort level and never force them to prolong a session beyond their readiness. The goal is to build positive associations that encourage the child’s enthusiasm to return. Forcing the child to stay longer than they want will not be conducive to learning new skills or building and maintaining trust.

Building Trust Over Time
Establishing trust with the therapist is a gradual process for the child. Similar to adults who may be hesitant to share inner thoughts with a stranger, it is unrealistic to expect immediate trust from a child. The initial few sessions, and sometimes longer, focus on nurturing trust, developing the therapeutic relationship, and gaining a deeper understanding of the child.

Diverse Approaches to Child Therapy
Child therapy doesn’t always appear like the traditional portrayals in the media. Unlike the image of someone on a couch in deep conversation, this is not an accurate representation of child therapy. Most children will not engage in traditional talk therapy to have deep conversations about what is troubling them as adults would. As such, the child therapist is trained to obtain relevant information and provide the child with essential skills through other modalities, such as play.

Home as an Extension of Therapy
While therapists spend limited time with the child during sessions, the caregiver plays a crucial role in reinforcing therapy at home. Just as a child needs reminders for everyday tasks, such as brushing their teeth, caregivers are responsible for prompting and supporting the child in practicing the skills learned during therapy. Like learning any new skill, practice makes progress.

Mutual Engagement in the Therapeutic Process
Caregivers are integral to the therapeutic process. The therapist may offer recommendations based on observed interactions, encouraging caregivers to manage situations and behaviors more effectively. Learning to navigate their own emotions and behaviors equips caregivers to better support their child, sometimes necessitating their own individual therapy.

Collaboration for the Child’s Success
Therapists are allies with the child’s best interests at heart. Open communication is crucial; caregivers should share thoughts and concerns, enabling therapists to tailor the therapy to the child’s unique needs and goals. If a particular approach isn’t yielding results, caregivers are encouraged to communicate with the therapist for alternative strategies. Together, caregivers and therapists form a collaborative team dedicated to the child’s success and well-being.