Space to Pause Psychotherapy

11/22/2025

Excited to join the Centre of Wellington Chamber of Commerce! Looking forward to connecting with others, the community, and seeing what opportunities unfold ahead! ✨

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10/20/2025

🌿 Some days feel easy, and some feel hard.

What often makes the difference is having someone who can simply sit beside you — not to fix or solve, but just to be there.

It isn’t always easy to share those moments. Sometimes we need a space that feels truly comfortable and safe… a space where we can take a breath, let things settle, and feel seen.

If this resonates, the space is here when you’re ready.

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"Today was a Difficult Day," said Pooh.
There was a pause.
"Do you want to talk about it?" asked Piglet.
"No," said Pooh after a bit. "No, I don't think I do."
"That's okay," said Piglet, and he came and sat beside his friend.
"What are you doing?" asked Pooh.
"Nothing, really," said Piglet. "Only, I know what Difficult Days are like. I quite often don't feel like talking about it on my Difficult Days either.
"But goodness," continued Piglet, "Difficult Days are so much easier when you know you've got someone there for you. And I'll always be here for you, Pooh."
And as Pooh sat there, working through in his head his Difficult Day, while the solid, reliable Piglet sat next to him quietly, swinging his little legs...he thought that his best friend had never been more right."
A.A. Milne
Sending thoughts to those having a Difficult Day today and hope you have your own Piglet to sit beside you.

~A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh

10/17/2025

When we feel worried or anxious, it's easy to get pulled out of the present. Our minds often drift into the past-replaying things that have already happened- or race ahead into the future- thinking about what might come next. Mindful moments help us come back. They invite us to pause, notice where we are, and reconnect with our body. Sometimes that means focusing on something neutral: the feel of your feet on the ground, the sound of your breath, a list of everyday items, or the smell of a tea or coffee. Things that don't increase the worry, but gently anchor you to the here and now.

What are things that help you come back to the moment- and to yourself?

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09/28/2024

Finding ways to connect with our teen/youth can be a challenge for many of us. Talking, suggesting, guiding, offering support can often fall on deaf ears- so what if there were some other options? Take a look at the link below to find more ways to connect with your teen/youth that go beyond talking!

Check out 10 ways to support your teen/youth with their mental health (Beyond giving advice!) https://www.spacetopausepsychotherapy.ca/post/10-ways-to-support-our-teens-with-mental-health-beyond-giving-advice

School assignments, peer pressure, social media influences, hormones, a pandemic, new friendships, new partners, new experiences, all while the brain is growing, and there is more responsibility and pressure for the next phase of life. Is it any wonder that our teens are stressed? Burnt out? Struggl...

09/07/2024

**FREE 1-hour Workshop: Supporting Teens with Anxiety

Hello and congratulations to all those families who made it through the first week of the 2024-2025 school year! 🎉

🏫Whether starting high school, continuing high school, or getting ready to graduate, the back to school energy can increase anxiety for many of our teens and youth. To support parents/caregivers and families as their teens navigate these anxieties, Space to Pause Psychotherapy is offering a free 1-hour workshop for parents and caregivers. In this workshop we will explore, what anxiety is, what is happening in the teen brain, and some strategies that can support in managing anxiety. To learn more or to register, reach out and connect at: info@spacetopausepsychotherapy.ca

01/31/2024

3 Quick Ways to Manage worry and feel better in the moment!
While we all feel worried from time to time, it is hard on our bodies and our brains to stay in that state for too long. Try one of the following to give your body and brain a break.

🌬 4,4,7 Breath- Breathe in for a count of 4, hold the breath for 4, and breathe out for a count of 7. Breathing is one of the quickest ways to regulate our nervous system and to calm our emotions.

☔️Use Cool Water. Splash some cool water on your face or put a cool compress on your chest. When we use cool water on our skin it sends signals to our ‘rest-and-digest’ system, which helps to slow our heart rate and breathing- which helps us to feel calmer.

💃🕺Move! Sweep the kitchen, walk around the house, or dance around to your favourite song! Moving our body releases anxious energy and has been shown to reduce levels of cortisol which is connected to stress.

Take a minute and try one of these strategies to manage your worry. Your brain and body will thank you!

01/11/2024

I'm excited to share this news with everyone!

Dealing with life stressors and challenges can be difficult, and we often know that others may be dealing with something we don't know about. Space to Pause Psychotherapy is now here to help support you with some of life's challenges and stressors and to find tools that will support you in your growth and wellness.

We focus on:
♥️🖇️Managing Relationships
📈💊Diagnosis of ADHD (recent or managing symptoms)
🙇🏾‍♂️ 🧑🏻‍🏫 Teen and Youth Mental Health

We all have it in us to work through challenges...sometimes we can use a little help to Pause and talk it through.

We are now taking on new clients. Feel free to book here or reach out for a free 15- minute consult!
📕https://pausecounsellingandpsychotherapy.janeapp.com/
🔗www.pausecounselling.ca
📞(548) 490-4002
✉️ info@pausecounselling.ca

01/06/2024

Hello & welcome! My name is Kelly O'Hearn and I am the owner of Space to Pause Psychotherapy. I am a dedicated therapist committed to Teen mental health, managing anxiety, supporting individuals in managing relationships (family & social), and supporting individuals diagnosed with ADHD through their personal journey of growth and resilience. With extensive experience as a Child and Youth Worker, I bring a unique blend of highlighting strengths, building self compassion, and advocating for individual needs to create meaningful change.

Whether you're facing acceptance of a diagnosis, changes in relationships, or symptoms of anxiety and stress, I'm here to collaborate and support you in your process of growth. Let's embark on a journey of understanding, connection, and empowerment together. Knowing that you are enough, just as you are, is my priority, let's start this journey together.